Assistant Microbiologist I (3rd shift, Tues-Sat) - Sturgis, MI Plant

Thornton Tomasetti; United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 116,479,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan with match

Health benefits start day 1

Vacation and holidays

Job summary

Abbott in Sturgis, MI, within the Nutrition division, is seeking an Assistant Microbiologist I on the 3rd shift (Tues-Sat). You’ll perform environmental sampling, apply GMP and aseptic techniques, and contribute to quality and compliance in a production environment.

You’ll work with a team of technicians, maintaining documentation, following FDA/OSHA guidelines, and supporting batch release with attention to detail and strong communication.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with lab studies and math coursework, plus lab experience or manufacturing experience.
• Alternative science degrees with relevant lab experience meet requirements.
• Working knowledge of GMP settings is required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out environmental sampling per EMP requirements and GMP procedures.
• Perform tests for pathogens and use aseptic techniques in a controlled environment.
• Document results, support batch release, and communicate findings clearly.

Skills

GMP knowledge

Analytical skills

Strong communication

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma

Science-related associate degree

Science-related bachelor’s degree

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Environmental sampling tools

Job description

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 122,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

Job Description

Job Title Assistant Microbiologist I (3rd Shift, Tues-Sat) Working at Abbott At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and your family, be your true self, and live a full life. You’ll also have access to:

• Production areas that are clean, well-lit and temperature-controlled
• Training and career development, with onboarding programs for new employees and tuition assistance
• Financial security through competitive compensation, incentives and retirement plan
• Health care and well‑being programs including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programs, medical benefits start day 1
• Vacation – 120 hours of accrued vacation (1st yr is prorated) + vacation buy program + 3 personal days + 10 paid holidays
• Retiree healthcare program
• Robust 401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match
• Tuition reimbursement, the freedom 2 save student debt program and freeu education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.

A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by fortune. A stablecompany with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as the best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

The Opportunity

The Opportunity this position works out of our sturgis, mi location in the abbott nutrition division. Our nutrition business develops science-based nutrition products for people of all ages, from helping babies and children grow to keeping adult bodies strong and active. Millions of people around the world count on our leading brands – including simulac®, pediasure®, pedialyte®, ensure®, and glucerna® – to help them get the nutrients they need to live their healthiest lives. For over 70 years, abbott’s sturgis, mich., has been impacting its community while producing products that provide essential nutrition to millions of families around the world. Working here, you’ll feel part of a family that is dedicated to making a difference and helping others.

What You’ll Work On

• adequately display the knowledge and ability to carry out the sampling of environmental monitoring program (emp) requirements and comply with the department objective.
• apply good manufacturing practices (gmp) and aseptic technique in the microbiological sampling of emp samples such as air samples, swabs, steam, and water.
• adequately display the knowledge and ability to carry out testing functions of various pathogens such as salmonella, cronobacter, e.coli, staph aureus, etc.
• be able to use aseptic technique in a controlled environment and use varying plating techniques to identify subject organisms.
• learn quality system items to assist with batch release and quality assurance.
• be able to work with fellow technicians, with a high degree of motivation, attention to important details with clear communication to all team members.
• this is important due to the high degree of responsibility where each person is heavily relied-upon for the success of the department.
• prioritize tasks efficiently and complete all sampling at the required frequency.
• the micro technician reports directly to the lab supervisor/fll and must be able to work with minimal supervision.
• the incumbent is responsible for complying with applicable good manufacturing practices (gmp)s, fda, usda, osha and abbott regulations, policies, procedures or guidelines.
• conduct sampling aseptically and safely per procedures.
• perform environmental sampling in the production environment.
• complete appropriate documentation for all samples collected.
• ability to prepare tools and paperwork for sample collection
• complete housekeeping responsibilities including waste disposal, general laboratory sanitation, etc.
• demonstrate accountability and responsibility for environmental, health and safety (ehs) performance and compliance through active participation and support of abbott’s ehs program.
• you’ll be accountable for meeting our compliance standards including fda, osha and abbott policies and procedures.

Required Qualifications

• high school diploma / ged 1 year of appropriate college lab studies and 1 year of college mathematics (algebra, geometry, trigonometry or calculus) and 2 years of laboratory experience or 4 years' experience in a food or pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
• or a science related associate's degree with at least 1 year of appropriate college lab studies and 1 year of college mathematics (algebra, geometry, trigonometry or calculus), and 1 year of related laboratory experience or 2 years' experience in a food or pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
• or a science related bachelor's degree with at least 1 year of appropriate college lab studies and 1 year of college mathematics (algebra, geometry, trigonometry or calculus).
• working knowledge of operations in a gmp setting required
• strong attention to detail and analytical skills
• solid computer skills
• ability to work in a highly matrixed and geographically diverse business environment.
• ability to work within a team and as an individual contributor in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• ability to leverage and/or engage others to accomplish projects.
• strong verbal and written communications with ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels in the organization.
• strong organizational and follow-up skills, as well as attention to detail.
• ability to maintain regular and predictable attendance
• in compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the united states and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
• pre-employment inquiries and citizenship | u.s. equal employment opportunity commission (eeoc.gov)

abbott is an equal opportunity and military/veteran friendly employer, committed to employee diversity. connect with us at www.abbott.com, on facebook at www.facebook.com/abbott, and on twitter @abbottnews. the base pay for this position is $20.35 – $40.65/hour in specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

job family: operations quality division: ansc nutrition supply chain location: united states > sturgis : building 01a additional locations: work shift: shift premium (united states of america) travel: no medical surveillance: no significant work activities: continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), continuous standing for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), continuous walking for prolonged periods (more than 2 hours at a time in an 8 hour day)

abbott is an equal opportunity employer of minorities/women/individuals with disabilities/protected veterans. eeo is the law link - english: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_English.pdf eeo is the law link - espanol: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_Spanish.pdf

abbott is about the power of health. for more than 135 years, abbott has been helping people reach their potential — because better health allows people and communities to achieve more. with a diverse, global network serving customers in more than 160 countries, we create new solutions — across the spectrum of health, around the world, for all stages of life. whether it’s next‑generation diagnostics, life‑changing devices, science‑based nutrition, or novel reformulations, we are advancing some of the most innovative and revolutionary technologies in healthcare, helping people live their best lives through better health. the people of abbott come to work each day with relentless energy, enthusiasm and a promise to enhance the health and well‑being of millions of people. they push the boundaries to help manage and treat some of life’s greatest health challenges. we invite you to explore opportunities at abbott, to see if your talents and career aspirations may fit with our openings. an equal opportunity employer, abbott welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce. follow us: facebook linkedin youtube twitter