Operator 1

Abbott Laboratories; Plymouth (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Health coverage

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Education benefits

Job summary

Abbott Laboratories in Plymouth, MN, is seeking an Operator I in the Electrophysiology division to perform routine assembly, casting/coating, mechanical assembly, and packaging under direct supervision.

The role supports production of medical devices with a Monday-Thursday shift, 5:00 am to 3:30 pm and potential overtime. Abbott offers career development and comprehensive health, retirement, and education benefits.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, comprehend, and follow written procedures.
• Ability to prioritize work by sequencing tasks based on precedence.
• Ability to handle and maneuver small components and parts.
• Ability to make critical decisions with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Performs Casting/Coating functions.
• Examines devices after molding operations for bubbles or imperfections.
• Uses small tools to access bubbles and remove epoxy.
• Patches and repairs bubbles or voids; bakes parts to cure epoxy patches.
• Performs Mechanical Assembly functions.
• Kits, assembles, bonds, coats, and processes devices using microscopes.
• Locates and corrects problems by visual inspection.
• Repairs devices and components using microscopes and tools.
• Performs Packaging Functions.
• Kits, assembles, and packages devices and accessories.
• Reviews device documentation for completeness and accuracy.

Skills

Procedures follow-up

Prioritization

Manual handling

decision making

Job description

Location United States - Minnesota - Plymouth Category Operations

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.

Operator I

Divisional Information

In Abbott’s Electrophysiology (EP) business, we’re advancing the treatment of heart disease through breakthrough medical technologies in atrial fibrillation, allowing people to restore their health and get on with their lives.

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 around the world 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 a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

The Opportunity

This position works out of our Plymouth, MN, location in the Electrophysiology (EP) division.

Main Purpose of Role

As an Operator I, you’ll work under direct supervision, performing routine and repetitive assembly operations and processes.

What You’ll Work On

• Performs Casting/Coating functions
• Examines medical devices and related assemblies after molding operations to locate bubbles, nicks and/or excess epoxy
• Utilizes small drills, reamers, taps, and knives to access bubbles and remove excess epoxy
• Patches and repairs bubbles or voids using syringes and small tools; bakes parts to cure epoxy patches
• Performs Mechanical Assembly functions
• Kits, assembles, bonds, coats, and processes medical devices and related parts using microscopes and applicable tools
• Locates and corrects problems by examining devices and components and visually inspecting parts/assemblies
• Repairs and corrects devices and related components using microscopes and applicable tools
• Performs Packaging Functions
• Kits, assembles, and packages devices and related accessories using applicable tools
• Locates and corrects problems using a microscope and applicable tools
• Reviews all device documentation for completeness and accuracy

Shift

Monday - Thursday, 5:00 am - 3:30 pm with potential overtime

Required Qualifications

• Ability to read, comprehend, and follow written procedures; understand and follow verbal instructions - Understanding of and ability to utilize electronic data collection systems and computer software packages
• Ability to prioritize work by determining the sequencing and timing of different jobs based on precedence and importance
• Ability to handle and maneuver small components and parts
• Ability to make critical decisions and judgments with minimal supervision

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 Employer, committed to employee diversity.

The base pay for this position is $14.35 – $28.75 per hour. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

Job Id 31163502 Location United States - Minnesota - Plymouth Medical surveillance No Division EP Electrophysiology Travel No Additional Location 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); Work in a clean room environment

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