Packaging Operator Trainee - 3rd Shift

Abbott; Sturgis (MI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks dedicated individuals to join their manufacturing team in Sturgis, MI. This role offers the chance to operate high-speed production equipment, maintain quality standards, and contribute to the creation of essential nutrition products that support families worldwide. With a commitment to employee growth and well-being, this opportunity provides a supportive work environment where you can thrive. Join a company that values diversity and offers competitive pay along with comprehensive benefits, helping you build a fulfilling career while making a meaningful impact on people's lives.

Benefits

Free Medical Coverage

Retirement Savings Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Debt Program

Flexible Work Environment

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 6 months prior manufacturing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate high-speed production equipment.
• Perform quality checks and maintain inventory.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues as needed.

Skills

Written Communication Skills

Verbal Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Analytical Troubleshooting Skills

Multitasking Ability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Production Equipment

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 114,000 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 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 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

• 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 issues

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 nutritional's
• Experience with tools and equipment related to the position or experience as a Sr. Production Equipment Operator is desired

Apply Now

* 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 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 $17.00 – $34.00/hour

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

JOB FAMILY: Manufacturing DIVISION: ANSC Nutrition Supply Chain LOCATION: United States > Sturgis : Building 01A ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS: WORK SHIFT: 3Rd Shift (United States Of America) TRAVEL: Not specified MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: Not Applicable SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: Continuous standing for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Continuous walking for prolonged periods (more than 2 hours at a time 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.pdf EEO is the Law link - Espanol: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_Spanish.pdf