Engineering Technician (Maintenance Dept.) 2nd Shift – Casa Grande, AZ

Abbott Laboratories; Casa Grande (AZ); On-site; USD 41,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott Laboratories in Casa Grande, AZ is seeking an Engineering Technician (Maintenance Dept.) for the 2nd shift. You will troubleshoot and assist in repairs of equipment, and support preventive maintenance across the plant.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, plus 2 years in industrial utilities or electrical/mechanical systems and 3+ years of related experience. Strong drawing interpretation, writing and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years working with industrial utilities systems or industrial electrical/mechanical systems.
• Minimum 3 years related experience.
• Must demonstrate mental alertness and knowledge of mechanical, electrical and instrumentation principles.
• Ability to interpret engineering specifications and drawings.
• Good verbal communication and technical writing ability.
• Ability to read and update engineering drawings.
• Diplomacy in leadership and direction of other employees is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and assist in repairs of equipment, instrumentation, and processes in the area of responsibility.
• Review spare parts and preventive maintenance program; write specifications and procedures for equipment, processes and facilities.
• Experience with drives, I/O devices, man-machine interfaces, and ladder logic (Allen Bradley and Modicon Projects).
• Responsible for the successful completion of assigned engineering projects.
• Plan, coordinate, install and perform operational checkouts for equipment and processes in the assigned area.
• Determine the accuracy of drawings and initiate corrections when discrepancies are found.
• Write and execute certification programs; research and initiate miscellaneous purchase requisitions for materials and services.
• Act as a technical resource for plant and Division interactions.
• Develop statistical and technical experiments to test and analyze processes, equipment and facilities.
• Integrate state-of-the-art technology with existing equipment to improve the process; design, provide drawings, and fabricate prototype modifications.
• Must be diplomatic in leadership and direction of other employees.
• Make accurate decisions or recommendations with timing appropriate for the situation to supervisors and management.
• Promote safety consciousness as a project coordinator and example to other employees.
• Train personnel in procedures, methods, and operations.
• Report evaluated test data in verbal/written/formal presentations; track funding.

Skills

Industrial utilities

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Engineering drawings interpretation

Technical writing

Diplomacy in leadership

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree in electrical engineering technology

Job description

Engineering Technician (Maintenance Dept.) 2nd Shift – Casa Grande, AZ

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.

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:

• Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.
• Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.
• An excellent retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution
• Tuition reimbursement, 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 worldwide and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.
• 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

This position works out of our Casa Grande, Arizona 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 Similac®, PediaSure®, Pedialyte®, Ensure®, and Glucerna® – to help them get the nutrients they need to live their healthiest lives.

Casa Grande, AZ., is one of Abbott’s leading nutrition manufacturing plants in the U.S., reflecting our commitment to innovation and excellence. But we’re more than just a company, we’re a family. Working here you’ll be part of a family that works together to make a difference and enhance the lives of millions worldwide.

What You’ll Do

• Troubleshoot and assist in repairs of all equipment, instrumentation, and processes in the area of responsibility.
• Recommend and review spare parts and preventive maintenance program in assigned area of responsibility. Review, recommend, and write specifications and procedures for all equipment, processes and facilities in the areas of responsibility.
• Have experience with drives, I/O devices, man-machine interfaces, and ladder logic (Allen Bradley and Modicon Projects).
• Responsible for the successful completion of assigned engineering projects.
• Plan, coordinate, install and perform operational checkouts for all equipment and processes in the assigned area of responsibility.
• Determine the accuracy of drawings and initiates corrections when discrepancies are found.
• Responsible for writing and executing certification program affecting all facilities, processes, and equipment as required due to project involvement. Research and initiate miscellaneous purchase requisitions for materials, spare parts, equipment and services.
• Act as a technical resource for plant and Division interactions.
• Develop statistical and technical experiments to test and analyze new and existing processes, equipment and facilities.
• Integrate state-of-the-art technology with existing equipment to improve the process. Design, provide drawings, and fabricate prototype modifications and test equipment.
• Must be diplomatic in the leadership and direction of other employees and in the interaction with other departments.
• Make accurate and concise decisions or recommendations with timing appropriate for the situation to supervisors and/or management regarding problems.
• Promote safety consciousness as a project coordinator and as an example to other employees.
• Train other personnel in specific procedures, methods, and operations regarding processes, facilities, and equipment as directed.
• Report evaluated test data in the form of verbal, written and formal presentations to supervisors and management for further input. Track assigned funding according to commitments.

You’ll be accountable to meet our compliance standards including FDA, OSHA and Abbott policies and procedures.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years working with industrial utilities systems or industrial electrical/mechanical systems
• Minimum 3 years related experience.
• Must demonstrate mental alertness and a thorough knowledge of basic mechanical, electrical and instrumentation principles.
• Ability to interpret engineering specifications and drawings.
• Good verbal communication and technical writing ability.
• Ability to read and update engineering drawings.
• Ability to exercise diplomacy in the leadership and direction of other employees is mandatory.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in electrical engineering technology
• 8 years industrial electrical/controls experience in manufacturing operations.

Schedule

• 2:30pm - 10:30pm - Subject to change due to the needs of the business

Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: www.abbottbenefits.com

Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.

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The base pay for this position is $29.55 – $59.05 per hour. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

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

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

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

Job Id 31163982 LocationUnited States - Arizona - Casa Grande Medical surveillance No Division ANSC Nutrition Supply Chain Travel No Additional Location Significant work activities Awkward/forceful/repetitive (arms above shoulder, bent wrists); 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); Lift, carry, push or pull weights of more than 20 pounds/9 kilos on a regular/daily basis; Wear ear plugs; Work at heights, e.g. ladders, scaffolds, catwalks, etc.; Work in a clean room environment; Work in noisy environment; Work requiring repeated bending, stooping, squatting or kneeling

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