Calibration Maintenance Technician (Night Shift 6:30P - 7:00A, Alternating Weekends (2B Crew))

Abbott; Tipp City (OH); On-site; USD 28,722 - 57,514; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Tuition assistance

Health care programs

401(k) retirement savings

Accrued vacation and paid personal days

Job summary

Abbott is seeking a Calibration Technician for the Nutrition division in Tipp City, OH. You will calibrate instruments and ensure compliance with regulatory standards while working in a state-of-the-art facility. Abbott is committed to innovation and nourishing families globally.

The ideal candidate has 1+ years of calibration experience, solid mechanical skills, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits offered from day one, including health and wellness programs.

Qualifications

• 1 year of prior manufacturing calibration experience or experience with industrial instrumentation.
• High degree of mechanical and electrical expertise.
• Knowledge of plant controls such as PID’s and 4-20 mA loops.

Responsibilities

• Calibrate all instruments and gauges.
• Plan and execute instrument and equipment calibrations.
• Ensure compliance with FDA/QSR and corporate regulatory requirements.

Skills

Prior manufacturing calibration experience

Mechanical and electrical expertise

Knowledge of RS Logix 5000

Analytical problem-solving skills

Good communication skills

Working knowledge of Maximo

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Benefits

• 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 year is prorated) + vacation buy program + 5 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 stable company with a record of strong financial performance and a 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

Position located in Tipp City, OH within the Abbott Nutrition division.

The 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 Similac®, PediaSure®, Pedialyte®, Ensure®, and Glucerna® – to help them get the nutrients they need to live their healthiest lives.

Tipp City, Ohio is one of Abbott’s newest nutrition manufacturing facilities with technology that enhances production efficiency and product quality. Join us and you’ll be part of a family that’s dedicated to innovation and excellence, and dedicated to nourishing millions of families around the world.

What You’ll Work On

• Calibrate all instruments and gauges.
• Perform plant calibrations, plant automation and building installations.
• Plan and execute all periodic and demand instrument and equipment calibrations.
• Coordinate and document calibrations performed by outside calibration service providers.
• Assure that all instruments are properly classified and have calibration service plans that align with Abbott calibration policies.
• Accountable for the proper coordination and file management for several regulatory systems. Errors may result in lost or incomplete documentation, leading to regulatory actions and/or observations.
• Maintain proper handling of calibration equipment.
• Adhere to FDA/QSR, corporate regulatory requirements and standard operating procedures. Non‑compliance could cause product recall or plant shutdown.
• Maintain good working relations with all in‑house customers.
• Work in an industrial environment with persistent background noise (e.g., various pump alarms, air hoses, and constant production activity).

Required Qualifications

• 1 year of prior manufacturing calibration experience or prior experience working with industrial instrumentation.
• Able to work a flexible schedule while in training.
• Prior experience in a regulatory environment (GMP).
• High degree of mechanical and electrical expertise.
• Knowledge of RS Logix 5000 troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of plant controls such as PID’s and 4‑20 mA loops.
• Knowledge of plant networks such as DeviceNet and Profibus-PA.
• Working knowledge of Maximo.
• Good communication skills, analytical problem‑solving skills and strong interpersonal relationship skills.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years of prior manufacturing calibration experience or prior experience working with industrial instrumentation.
• Previous calibration experience with flow, pressure, temperature and conductivity instruments.

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.

Salary

The base pay for this position is $20.85 – $41.75 per hour. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.