Assistant Microbiologist III - 3rd shift

3M HEALTHCARE; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 41,328 - 81,278; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

Abbott in Columbus, Ohio seeks a microbiology‑focused technician to perform analysis of raw ingredients, in‑process samples, finished products and environmental monitoring to ensure quality. You will collaborate with fellow microbiologists, maintain accuracy, and document results in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

The role requires a High School Diploma with lab study and math background or a science degree, plus several years of lab experience; LIMSA and aseptic techniques are preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma with 1 year lab studies and 1 year math, or equivalent.
• 3+ years in food, pharma, or medical device lab/production.
• Knowledge of infant formula regulatory standards and requirements.

Responsibilities

• Apply microbiological techniques to raw ingredients, in-process samples, finished products, and environmental monitoring.
• Collaborate with microbiologists; maintain motivation, attention to detail, and clear communication.
• Prioritize tasks to deliver accurate results and communicate in a team environment.
• Conduct product, environmental, and raw ingredient testing.
• Handle documentation, project work, and troubleshooting activities.
• Prepare media and perform general lab work, including housekeeping.

Skills

Aseptic technique

Gram staining

Regulatory knowledge

Education

High School Diploma + 1 year lab studies + 1 year math

Bachelor's Degree in Science

Tools

LIMSA

Job description

About Abbott

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. The company develops science‑based nutrition products for people of all ages, from helping babies and children grow to keeping adult bodies strong and active.

Location and Shift

Columbus, Ohio – Abbott Nutrition Division, Columbus Plant. Shift: Sunday – Wednesday, 8:00p.m. – 6:30a.m. and Wednesday – Saturday, 8:00p.m. – 6:30a.m.

Responsibilities

• Apply high‑quality scientific techniques in the microbiological analysis of raw ingredients, in‑process production samples, finished product testing and environmental monitoring to ensure all products manufactured are fit for use.
• Collaborate with fellow microbiologists, maintaining a high degree of motivation, attention to detail, and clear communication with all team members.
• Prioritize tasks to efficiently complete them with the most accurate results, and communicate clearly in a team environment.
• Conduct product testing, environmental testing, and raw ingredient testing.
• Handle documentation, project work, and troubleshooting activities.
• Prepare media and perform general laboratory work, including housekeeping.
• Maintain effective communication and teamwork across the department.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma plus 4 years of experience in a food or pharmaceutical manufacturing laboratory environment; OR
  • High School Diploma + 1 year of relevant college lab studies and 1 year of college mathematics, plus 2 years of laboratory experience.
• 3+ years of experience working in a food, pharmaceutical, or medical device plant, or in a hospital/medical laboratory.
• Knowledge of applicable regulatory standards and requirements for infant formula and nutritionals.
• Proficiency in LIMSA, aseptic technique, and gram staining.
• Preferred: Science‑related Bachelor’s Degree with at least 1 year of appropriate college lab studies and 1 year of college mathematics.

Benefits

• Production areas that are clean, well‑lit, and temperature‑controlled.
• Training and career development, including onboarding programs for new employees and tuition assistance.
• Competitive compensation, incentives, and retirement plans.
• Health‑care and well‑being programs: medical, dental, vision, wellness, and occupational health programs (medical benefits start day 1).
• Accrued vacation: 120 hours (first year prorated) + vacation buy program + 5 personal days + 10 paid holidays.
• Retiree health‑care program.
• Robust 401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match.
• Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student‑debt program, and FreeU education benefit.

Compensation

The base pay for this position is $29.55–$59.05 per hour. Pay may vary by location within the same range.

Work Environment

Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8‑hour day). No travel required. No medical surveillance.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Women, Individuals with Disabilities, and Protected Veterans. EEO is the Law – English: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_English.pdf EEO is the Law – Español: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_Spanish.pdf