Operator I

Abbott; New Brighton (MN); On-site; USD 20,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free medical coverage

Excellent retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Education benefits

Job summary

Abbott in Minnesota is seeking a production assembler to construct simple and moderate assemblies in a production environment, following lean manufacturing and SOPs to meet daily build goals. You will read VMI, follow drawings, pack finished products, inspect quality, and maintain material control and labeling.

Required is a High School Diploma or GED; electronic assembly experience is a plus. Abbott offers health coverage, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, education benefits, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience with small- to mid-size electronic assemblies preferred.
• Ability to read production drawings and follow SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Read VMI, follow drawings or verbal instructions to build assemblies.
• Pack finished products, inspect quality, and manage labeling and material control.
• Participate in continuous improvement with production teams.

Skills

Hand-eye coordination

Mechanical aptitude

Basic computer skills

Reading production drawings

SOP adherence

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Cranes

Fixtures

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 122,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Working at Abbott

At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and 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 .

• Free medical coverage for employees* via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO

• An excellent retirement savings plan with 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.

Summary:

With moderate supervisory direction, this position constructs simple and moderate assemblies and sub-assemblies within a production environment following a lean manufacturing process to achieve a daily build goal utilizing tools and troubleshooting methods to accomplish work. Strict adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), cGMPs and Quality Standards are mandatory.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Reads, understands and interprets Visual Manufacturing Instructions (VMI), follows production drawings and sample assemblies, or receives verbal instructions regarding duties to be performed.

• Responsible for packing finished products, kits, subassemblies and quality inspections. Maintains material control of critical parts and time sensitive material. Utilizes calibrated and non-calibrated hand tools and equipment to perform assembly builds. Uses manufacturing aids, fixtures and cranes. Accountable for labeling activities and work station organization.

• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives which include working with production teams to improve quality, reduce cost and increase throughput

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma / GED

Preferred Qualifications

• Electronic assembly experience preferred

• Must have good hand-eye skills and mechanical aptitude.

• Ability to work with close supervision when in training and then with moderate supervision once competent.

• Basic computer skill knowledge

• Working knowledge of GMP and ISO Standards preferred

• Ability to interpret and understand production documents and drawings to complete tasks

* Participants who complete a short wellness assessment qualify for FREE coverage in our HIP PPO medical plan. Free coverage applies in the next calendar year.

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.

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

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:

AVD Vascular

LOCATION:

United States > Minnesota > St. Paul : 1225 Old Highway 8 NW

WORK SHIFT:

Standard

TRAVEL:

No

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:

Yes

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

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