Powerhouse Engineer, Boiler Operator - 3rd shift

Abbott Laboratories; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 51,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training programs

Medical benefits start day 1

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Career development

Job summary

Abbott Laboratories in Columbus, OH, is hiring a Trainee to learn the fundamentals of energy center operation and maintenance at the Powerhouse. You will undergo classroom training and on‑the‑job instruction alongside licensed boiler operators.

The role focuses on boiler and steam systems, chilled water, safety procedures, GMP compliance, and building familiarity with the Maximo CMMS. A two‑year technical degree or equivalent and an SSE license in Ohio are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED and a two-year technical degree or equivalent experience.
• Excellent math, written/verbal communication, self-motivation, and interpersonal skills.
• Must have Stationary Steam Engineer (SSE) license in Ohio.
• Ability to learn and operate highly technical processes.

Responsibilities

• Understand Energy Center processes including operation, maintenance, and safety.
• Attend classroom training for energy center processes and boiler operation.
• Achieve boiler operating hours and training to take the Ohio Steam Engineers Exam to become a 3rd class Stationary Engineer.
• Operate equipment safely and report accidents in line with GMP and safety procedures.
• Operate and maintain all Energy Center systems and machines.
• Maintain hand tools and equipment and ensure compliance with GMP, SOPs, and safety.
• Work within Maximo CMMS to write/execute WOs and document labor hours.

Skills

Mathematics

Communication

Self-motivation

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Maximo CMMS

Education

HS Diploma or GED + technical degree

Tools

Maximo CMMS

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.

ABOUT ABBOTT

Abbott is a global healthcare leader, creating breakthrough science to improve people’s health. We’re always looking towards the future, anticipating changes in medical science and technology.

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:

• Production areas that are clean, well-lit and temperature-controlled
• Training and career development, with onboarding programs for new employees and tuition assistance
• Financial security through competitive compensation, incentives and retirement plans
• Health care and well-being programs including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programs, Medical Benefits start day 1
• Vacation – 120 hours of accrued vacation (1st yr is prorated) + vacation buy program + 5 personal days + 10 paid holidays
• Retiree Healthcare program
• Robust 401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match
• 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 stablecompany with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities
• 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.

OVERVIEW

The person hired will be dedicated to learning the fundamentals of energy center operation and maintenance. The Trainee will be allocating appropriate time to classroom training for industrial maintenance and/or boiler operation, as well as on the job (OJT) training working at the Columbus Plant Energy Center (Powerhouse) with other licensed boiler operators. The Trainee will be dedicated to learning the fundamentals of energy center operation and maintenance. The Trainee will allocate appropriate time to classroom training for industrial maintenance and/or boiler operation, as well as on the job (OJT) training, working at the Powerhouse, with other Licensed boiler operators.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Achieve fundamental understanding of Energy Center processes, including operation, maintenance, and safety
• Achieve classroom learning to provide theoretical aptitude for Energy Center processes
• Achieve boiler operating hours and training to take the Ohio Steam Engineers Exam to become a 3rd class Stationary Engineer
• Operate all equipment in a safe and efficient manner, reporting accidents/incidents and adhering to all corporate/division/plantpolicies, procedures, and guidelines. Follow all LOTO procedures and other safety and quality procedures within the maintenance department.
• Operate and maintain all Energy Center systems and machines
• Maintain various hand tools and equipment, drills, winches, micrometers, calipers, torches, welders, lathe, mill, multimeter, etc.
• Ensure compliance with applicable FDA (GMP), USDA, OSHA and Abbott regulations, policies, procedures, and guidelines
• Responsible for learning all aspects of the Energy Center (Powerhouse) processes including:
  • Boiler and Steam System
  • Chilled Water System
  • Frigid Water System
  • Compressed Air System
  • Carbon Filtration System
  • Reverse Osmosis / Ingredient Water
  • Wastewater PH Neutralization System
• Responsible for supporting these systems via:
  • Monitoring and responding to Process Deviations
  • Preventative and Demand Maintenance Execution
  • Lock Out Tag Out and Safety Compliance
  • Sanitization and organization
  • Compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
  • Capital Project Support and Execution
  • Development and adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
  • Work within our Maximo CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) to write and execute WOs, check out spare parts, review WOs and document completed work with accurate labor hours associated

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or GED, and a two-year technical degree or equivalent experience
• Excellent skills in mathematics, written/verbal communication, self-motivation, interpersonal professional interactions, analytical troubleshooting, and ability to multitask
• Must have Stationary Steam Engineer (SSE) license in Ohio
• Possess knowledge and skills with complex processes or demonstrate the ability to learn highly technical complex processes

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of applicable regulatory standards and requirements for infant formula and nutritional ingredients
• Previous experiences with FDA, cGMP or experience working within a highly regulated industry
• Prior job experience within a manufacturing plant environment
• Experience with self-directing teams, lean manufacturing concepts and statistical process management
• Trainee should demonstrate desire to learn and grow, seek out training opportunities and actively work to improve their skills

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Pre-Employment Inquiries and Citizenship | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (eeoc.gov)

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

*Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.

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.

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The base pay for this position is $24.65 – $49.25 per hour. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.