Manufacturing Operator - Night Shift - Altavista, VA Plant

Abbott; Virginia; On-site; USD 26,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage (HIP PPO)

Tuition reimbursement

FreeU education benefit

Retirement savings plan

Job summary

Abbott is seeking a Manufacturing Operator for the night shift at the Altavista, VA plant to support our Nutrition operations. You will operate high-speed production equipment, monitor quality, and ensure packaging materials are stocked to meet daily production targets.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and at least 6 months of manufacturing experience, with strong communication and troubleshooting skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; 6 months of manufacturing experience preferred.
• Good communication, interpersonal, and troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate high-speed production equipment for nutrition products.
• Maintain inventory of packaging materials.
• Complete work order documentation.
• Perform quality checks on products and processes.
• Clean equipment and production environment.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues to minimize downtime.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

## Manufacturing Operator - Night Shift - Altavista, VA PlantApply: United States - Virginia - Altavista: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: November 24, 2026 (14 days left to apply): 31166583Abbott 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:****Production Specialist****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 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*** Safely operate both complex and standard high-speed production equipment that makes our industry-leading nutrition products* Maintain inventory of packaging materials* Complete workorder documentation* Perform quality checks* Clean equipment and the production environment* Troubleshoot equipment issuesYou’ll be accountable for meeting our compliance standards including FDA, OSHA and Abbott policies and procedures.**Shift**This is for the night shift. Example of shift:**Shift Hours:** 6pm to 6:30 am, on a rotating basis.**Week One:** Mon - On / Tues - On / Weds - Off / Thurs - Off / Fri - On / Sat - On / Sun - On**Week Two:** Mon - Off / Tues - Off / Weds - On / Thurs - On / Fri - Off / Sat - Off / Sun - Off**Required Qualifications*** High school diploma or GED* 6 months prior manufacturing experience* Good written/verbal communication skills, interpersonal skills, analytical troubleshooting skills and the ability to multitask**Preferred Qualifications*** Knowledge of applicable regulatory standards and requirements for infant formula and nutritionals* Experience with tools and equipment related to the position or experience as a Sr. Production Equipment Operator is desired**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 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**$19.05 – $38.15/hourIn specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.## **JOB FAMILY:**Manufacturing## **DIVISION:**ANSC Nutrition Supply Chain## **LOCATION:**United States > Altavista : Building 1## **ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:**## **WORK SHIFT:**Shift Premium (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)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