Production Maintenance Technician - Nightshift (6:30pm-6:30am) 2A Crew

Abbott Laboratories; Tipp City (OH); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Production Maintenance Technician, where you will play a vital role in maintaining and improving production efficiency at a state-of-the-art nutrition manufacturing facility. This position offers a unique opportunity to work with advanced technology and contribute to the creation of essential nutrition products that help nourish families worldwide. You will be responsible for troubleshooting complex machinery, leading maintenance efforts, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. If you are a skilled mechanic looking for a rewarding career in a supportive environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Free medical coverage

Retirement savings plan

Tuition reimbursement

Student debt program

Education benefit

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as an industrial or commercial Mechanic.
• Understanding of mechanical systems and troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical repairs to production equipment and utility systems.
• Lead maintenance personnel and ensure compliance with safety standards.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Mathematical skills

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Precision tools

Plasma cutter

Lathe

Mill

Job description

Production Maintenance Technician - Day Shift (6:30am-6:30pm)

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 Tipp City, OH 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.

Tipp City, Ohio, is one of Abbott’s newest nutrition manufacturing facilities with technology that enhances production efficiency and product quality. Join us and you’ll be part of a family that’s dedicated to innovation and excellence and dedicated to nourishing millions of families around the world.

What You'll Work On

• Mechanical and machine component repair, mechanical fluid and utility systems troubleshooting; machine modifications and improvements; fabrication, machining, welding, installation or rearrangement of new or existing equipment; and total plant and facility maintenance.
• Use of precision tools and equipment to complete mechanical maintenance jobs.
• Follow all plant and department procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s), Quality and general plant safety rules.
• Lead other employees including directing one or two other maintenance personnel on a job; filling in for the Crew leader as needed; and providing OJT for people new to the department.
• Record and communicate shift activity in an organized manner.
• Audit equipment and develop replacement part documents.
• Be certified for tank entry and lockout/tag out and confined space entry procedures.
• Provide support to primary plant operations. Total plant equipment coverage includes, but is not limited to: packaging lines, processing, drying, filling, HVAC, warehouse, Agglomerator, backflow preventers, seamers, pumps, and cafeteria. Assignments include: responding to equipment emergencies, performing mechanical PMs during operation or during periods of scheduled downtime; equipment lubrication; design and fabrication of mechanical items in response to customers’ work order requests; communicating routinely with line personnel and supervision to maintain knowledge of the latest production schedule; communicating potential equipment problems to production and maintenance supervisors to allow scheduling of repairs; and looking for and implementing equipment and system improvements.
• Perform mechanical repairs to production equipment and plant utility systems. This involves troubleshooting complex, high-speed filling and packaging machines; making machine adjustments to liquid line and powder seamers; timing mechanical systems such as rotary sterilizers or tray wrappers for proper operation; cutting of metal with a plasma cutter or torch; machining of parts on the lathe or mill for replacement or repair or worn parts.

You’ll be accountable for meeting our compliance standards including FDA, OSHA and Abbott policies and procedures.

Shift:

This is a night shift position working 6:30 pm to 6:30 am on a 2-2-3 rotating schedule offering every other weekend off.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED
• 3+ years of experience as an industrial or commercial Mechanic or the equivalent job experience or training
• Understanding of mechanical system, mechanical and spatial aptitude is necessary for this position
• Good mathematical and written skills
• Ability to troubleshoot and determine the cause of improper machine operation, then make the necessary adjustments and repairs to return to proper operation
• Knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, and fluid systems including knowledge of proper lubrication procedures with oil and grease
• Attention to detail, good communication skills, and follow-up are very important in this position

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.

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The base pay for this position is $20.60 – $41.20 per hour. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.