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

Thornton Tomasetti

United States

On-site

USD 49,059,000 - 98,140,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

Abbott is seeking an entry-level Manufacturing Machine Operator in Sturgis, MI, to support the Powder Packaging filling line. You will operate fillers and related equipment, track materials, and complete batch documentation to ensure quality and compliance.

This role emphasizes safety and sanitation and offers exposure to an international healthcare company with opportunities for development within the Nutrition Supply Chain in the United States.

Qualifications

  • Solid problem‑solving skills and a high attention to detail.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Problem solving
Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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.

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

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 operations.
  • You’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 detail.
Compliance and Work Requirements

In 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.

Job Details

The base pay for this position is $17.15 – $34.25/hour. In 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: 3Rd Shift (United States Of America)
  • 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), Continuous walking for prolonged periods (more than 2 hours at a time in an 8 hour day)
Equal Opportunity

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

EEO is the Law link - Espanol: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_Spanish.pdf

Company Narrative

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.

The people of Abbott come to work each day with relentless energy, enthusiasm and a promise to enhance the health and well‑being of millions of people. They push the boundaries to help manage and treat some of life’s greatest health challenges.

We invite you to explore opportunities at Abbott, to see if your talents and career aspirations may fit with our openings. An equal opportunity employer, Abbott welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce.

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

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