Operator I

Abbott; Minnetonka (MN); On-site; USD 19,768 - 39,606; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development opportunities

Free medical coverage after qualifying

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement savings plan

Great workplace recognition

Job summary

Abbott is seeking an Operator I for their Electrophysiology division in Minnetonka, Minnesota. This role involves routine assembly operations and maintaining quality standards under supervision. The candidate should possess important skills like troubleshooting and the ability to read instructions.

Abbott provides various benefits including career development, medical coverage, retirement savings plans, and educational reimbursements, making it a recognized great workplace.

Qualifications

• Ability to prioritize work and handle small components.
• Previous experience in medical or regulated production environments preferred.
• Ability to make critical judgments under minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine assembly operations under supervision.
• Ensure job documentation accuracy and troubleshoot as needed.
• Maintain quality records and perform preventative maintenance.

Skills

Troubleshooting skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to read and follow procedures

Decision making

Education

High school degree or equivalent (preferred)

Tools

Electronic data collection systems

Job description

Job Description

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 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

Operator 1

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 Minnetonka location in the electrophysiology division (EP).

Main Purpose of Role

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

Work Shift

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

What You’ll Work On

• Ensure that relevant job documentation for cell operations and functions is accurate and up to date - Troubleshooting skills - Interpersonal skills such as conflict resolution, active participation, active listening, Interpreting, cooperation, and flexibility to allow for a successful self‑managed team.
• Be able to clearly communicate ideas, problems, and solutions to all levels of manufacturing management in both written and oral form.
• Positively represent the company during tours by demonstrating techniques and sharing appropriate information.
• Positively represents and supports the company’s policies and procedures.
• Maintain a positive attitude when interacting with internal customers and external customers, such as tours.
• Follow safety guidelines and utilize appropriate safety devices when performing all operations.
• Participate in continuous improvement/quality initiatives to enhance production processes to achieve quality and profitability metrics.
• Perform routine/preventative maintenance on applicable equipment to maximize efficiency, minimize accidents to enhance longer life of equipment and tools.
• Maintain accurate records to ensure traveler and quality documents are accurate, all parts are traceable, and quality issues can be addressed to assure the quality of all products.
• Demonstrates a basic understanding of Lean Manufacturing.
• Demonstrates a basic understanding of continuous improvement.
• Participate with the Manufacturing Supervisor/Manager in setting and monitoring individual goals and cell performance metrics that continuously seek to improve the quality of operations.
• Support all Divisional initiatives as identified by divisional management and in support of Quality Management Systems (QMS), Environmental Management Systems (EMS), and other regulatory requirements.

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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefer 6 months of experience working in a medical or other regulated production environments.
• Previous medical device, manufacturing, or assembly experience is helpful.
• High school degree or equivalent preferred.

Learn More about Abbott Electrophysiology Overview

https://youtu.be/DO8fNACW9nI

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

www.abbottbenefits.com

Base Pay

The base pay for this position is $14.35 – $28.75/hour.

In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

Job Family

Manufacturing

Division

EP Electrophysiology

Location

United States > Minnesota > Minnetonka : 14901 DeVeau Place

Work Shift

Standard

Travel

No

Medical Surveillance

No

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)

Equal Opportunity Employer

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 - Español: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_Spanish.pdf