Filler Machine Operator - 2nd Shift

Abbott Laboratories; Sturgis (MI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott Laboratories is seeking an entry-level worker for their Powder Packaging department in Sturgis, MI. This position involves operating equipment, conducting quality checks, and ensuring compliance with standards in a vibrant work environment that values employee growth and innovation.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Free medical coverage in HIP PPO

Excellent retirement savings plan

Tuition reimbursement programs

Qualifications

• Entry-level position in the Powder Packaging department.
• At least 6 months of food manufacturing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate fillers, seamers, and other equipment.
• Conduct routine quality inspections of product in production.
• Complete documentation for batch work orders.

Skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

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 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

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, 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 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 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 Similac, 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.

Learn more about our benefits that add real value to your life to help you live fully: www.abbottbenefits.com

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• This is an entry level position is in the Powder Packaging department concentrated in the filling process.
• Operate fillers, seamers, and other equipment/systems associated with the filling of containers.
• Tracking the use of commodities such as scoops, cans, and ends.
• Conduct routine quality inspections of product in production.
• Ensure proper batch work order documentation is completed.
• Complete housekeeping tasks by following applicable sanitation procedures.
• Execute scheduled production line cleaning activities.
• Perform preventative maintenance tasks.
• Forklift operations

• Accountable for meeting our compliance standards including FDA, OSHA, SQF, along with any other applicable compliance standards as well as following all applicable Abbott policies and procedures

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

Required:

• High school diploma or GED

PREFERRED

• At least 6 months of food manufacturing experience
• Solid problem-solving skills and a high attention to detail

Learn more about our benefits that add real value to your life to help you live fully: www.abbottbenefits.com

Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that provides the growth and strength to build your future. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.

Connect with us at www.abbott.com, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott and on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal.

The base pay for this position is $17.00 – $34.00 per hour. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.