Manufacturing Machine Operator, Packaging (2nd shift) - Sturgis, MI Plant

Abbott Laboratories; Sturgis (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness benefits

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

Abbott in Sturgis, MI is hiring for a Manufacturing Machine Operator, Packaging (2nd shift). This entry level role sits in the Powder Packaging department and involves operating depalletizers, labelers, and packers to support product sequencing and line efficiency.

You will track supplies, perform routine quality inspections, document batch orders, and maintain clean work areas. Forklift duties and routine maintenance are also part of the job.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Entry level position in Powder Packaging department.
• Experience with standard packaging equipment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate packaging equipment such as depalletizers, labelers, and packers.
• Track use of ends, labels, overcaps, and cases.
• Conduct routine quality inspections of product in production.
• Ensure proper batch work order documentation.
• Complete housekeeping and sanitation procedures; perform scheduled line cleaning.
• Execute preventative maintenance tasks and forklift operations.
• Maintain compliance with FDA/OSHA requirements.

Skills

Forklift operations

Problem solving

Quality inspections

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Title

Manufacturing Machine Operator, Packaging (2nd 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 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 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 secondary packaging process.
• Operate various packaging equipment, which may include depalletizers, labelers, and packers.
• Tracking the use of commodities such as ends, labels, overcaps, and cases.
• 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
• Solid problem-solving skills and a high attention to detail

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

Required Qualification

• High School Diploma or GED

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. Pre-Employment Inquiries and Citizenship | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (eeoc.gov)

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 and Military/Veteran friendly Employer, committed to employee diversity.

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