Maintenance Mechanic / Multicraft - 3rd Shift (Altavista, VA Plant)

Abbott; Altavista (VA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott in Altavista, VA is seeking a Multi-Craft Mechanic III to maintain high-speed production equipment in our Nutrition manufacturing plant. You’ll troubleshoot non-repetitive mechanical issues, perform fabrication, machining and welding, and reinstall or rearrange equipment to keep lines running.

This on-site role requires adherence to FDA/OSHA policies and documented maintenance practices, with opportunities to grow within Abbott’s global operations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Solid understanding of mechanical systems and spatial aptitude.
• Good math and writing skills for documentation and reporting.
• Knowledge of hydraulic and fluid systems with lubrication procedures.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance of the plant’s high-speed production equipment that makes our nutrition products.
• Non-repetitive mechanical repairs and troubleshooting.
• Mechanical fluid and utility system troubleshooting.
• Fabrication, machining and welding.
• Installation or rearrangement of equipment.
• Completion of work documentation.

Skills

Mechanical systems

Mechanical aptitude

Math and writing skills

Hydraulic and fluid systems

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 122,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Multi-Craft Mechanic III

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 forfree medical coverage in ourHealth Investment Plan (HIP) PPOmedical 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 Altavista, VA 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.

Altavista, Va. , is one of Abbott’s largest nutrition manufacturing plants equipped with advanced technology to ensure efficient production. Working here will make you feel like you’re part of a family that works together to make a difference and help nourish millions of families around the world.

What You’ll Work On

• Maintenance of the plant’s high-speed production equipment that makes our industry-leading nutrition products

• Non-repetitive mechanical repairs and troubleshooting

• Mechanical fluid and utility system troubleshooting

• Fabrication, machining and welding

• Installation or rearrangement of equipment

• Completion of work documentation

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

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED

• Understanding of mechanical systems

• Mechanical and spatial aptitude

• Good math and writing skills

• Knowledge of hydraulic and fluid systems as well as proper lubrication procedures with oil and grease

Preferred Qualifications

• Welding certification preferred

• Backflow prevention certification preferred

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 and a 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

$20.85 – $41.75/hour

In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

JOB FAMILY:

Facilities & Maintenance

DIVISION:

ANSC Nutrition Supply Chain

LOCATION:

United States > Altavista : Building 1

WORK SHIFT:

Standard

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), Lift, carry, push or pull weights of more than 20 pounds/9 kilos on a regular/daily basis

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

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