Manufacturing Engineering Technician I, 2nd Shift

Abbott Laboratories; Westfield (IN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott Laboratories in Westfield, Indiana, is hiring for a 2nd shift manufacturing tester in the Structural Heart division. The role performs automatic and manual testing, ensures assemblies meet criteria, and follows procedures with attention to traceability and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications include 2+ years in manufacturing, a HS diploma or GED, and strong problem-solving, teamwork, and communication skills. Overtime may be required; base pay ranges from $15.80 to $31.60 per hour.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to independently perform assembly and inspection processes per documented procedures.
• Proven ability to identify and report nonconformances in products, components, and documentation.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues using standard operating procedures.
• Ability to work effectively independently and within a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Performs automatic and manual testing on products.
• Ensures assemblies meet visual, mechanical, electrical criteria of design documentation, standards and inspection documentation.
• Follows written work instructions and completes necessary paperwork accurately that is required for jobs.
• Reviews records for device traceability and compliance.
• Detects problems and initiates corrective action to control non-conforming material and product and assists in problem solving.
• Trains employees and can function as a lead if necessary.
• Assists in the development of workmanship standards.
• Support all Company initiatives as identified by management and in support of QMS/EMS and other regulatory requirements.
• Maintains positive and cooperative communications and collaboration with all levels of employees, customers, contractors, and vendors.

Skills

Attention to detail

Troubleshooting

Independent worker

Teamwork

Verbal and written communication

Time management

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:

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 Westfield, IN location in the Structural Heart division.

Structural Heart Business Mission: Why We Exist

Our business purpose is to restore health and improve quality of life by designing and providing device and management solutions for treating structural heart disease.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs automatic and manual testing on products.
• Ensures assemblies meet visual, mechanical, electrical criteria of design documentation, standards and inspection documentation.
• Follows written work instructions and completes necessary paperwork accurately that is required for jobs.
• Reviews records for device traceability and compliance.
• Detects problems and initiates corrective action to control non-conforming material and product and assists in problem solving.
• Trains employees and can function as a lead if necessary.
• Assists in the development of workmanship standards.
• Support all Company initiatives as identified by management and in support of Quality Management Systems (QMS), Environmental Management Systems (EMS), and other regulatory requirements.
• Complies with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, other regulatory requirements, Company policies, operating procedures, processes, and task assignments.
• Maintains positive and cooperative communications and collaboration with all levels of employees, customers, contractors, and vendors.

2nd Shift: 2:30PM-11:30PM

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment
• High School Diploma or G.E.D Required.
• Ability to independently perform assembly and inspection processes per documented procedures
• Proven ability to identify and report nonconformances in products, components, and documentation
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues using standard operating procedures
• Ability to work effectively independently and within a team in a fast‑paced environment
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and time‑management skills
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Willingness to work occasional overtime and maintain regular attendance

The base pay for this position is $15.80 – $31.60/hour. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

JOB FAMILY: Manufacturing DIVISION: SH Structural Heart LOCATION: United States > Westfield: 1820 Bastian Court

WORK SHIFT: Standard TRAVEL: Not specified MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: No SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: Awkward/forceful/repetitive (arms above shoulder, bent wrists), 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)

Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.

Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.

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Abbott is about the power of health. For more than 135 years, Abbott has been helping people reach their potential — because better health allows people and communities to achieve more. With a diverse, global network serving customers in more than 160 countries, we create new solutions — across the spectrum of health, around the world, for all stages of life. Whether it’s next‑generation diagnostics, life‑changing devices, science‑based nutrition, or novel reformulations, we are advancing some of the most innovative and revolutionary technologies in healthcare, helping people live their best lives through better health.

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