Manufacturing Machine Operator, Filling (3rd shift) - Sturgis, MI Plant

Abbott; Sturgis (MI); On-site; USD 24,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free medical coverage

Excellent retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

FreeU education benefit

Career development

Job summary

Abbott is hiring a Manufacturing Machine Operator, Filling (3rd shift) at the Sturgis, MI site. You will work in the Powder Packaging department, operating fillers and related equipment while maintaining quality and safety standards.

This entry-level role requires a high school diploma or GED and, ideally, at least 6 months in food manufacturing. Abbott offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth within a global healthcare leader.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 6 months of food manufacturing experience.
• Solid problem-solving skills and a high attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Operate fillers, seamers and other equipment in the filling process.
• Track usage of commodities such as scoops, cans, and ends.
• Conduct routine quality inspections of product in production.
• Ensure proper batch work order documentation.
• Complete housekeeping tasks following sanitation procedures.
• Execute scheduled production line cleaning activities.
• Perform preventative maintenance tasks.
• Forklift operations.

Skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operations

Job description

## Manufacturing Machine Operator, Filling (3rd shift) - Sturgis, MI PlantApply: United States - Michigan - Sturgis: Full time: Posted Today: 31167427Abbott 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:****Job Title**Manufacturing Machine Operator, Filling (3rd shift)**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, 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.**What You’ll Work On*** 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 operationsYou’ll be accountable for meeting our compliance standards including FDA, OSHA and Abbott policies and procedures.**Required Qualifications*** High school diploma or GED**Preferred Qualifications:*** At least 6 months of food manufacturing experience* Solid problem-solving skills and a high attention to detailIn 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. Pre-Employment Inquiries and Citizenship | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (eeoc.gov)**Apply Now****Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives:** www.abbottbenefits.comFollow 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 and 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**$17.15 – $34.25/hourIn specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.## **JOB FAMILY:**Manufacturing## **DIVISION:**ANSC Nutrition Supply Chain## **LOCATION:**United States > Sturgis : Building 01A## **ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:**## **WORK SHIFT:**Standard## **TRAVEL:**No## **MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:**No## **SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:**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)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.pdfEEO is the Law link - Espanol: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO\\_Spanish.pdf