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

Abbott Laboratories; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Abbott Laboratories as a Production Maintenance Technician, ensuring operational efficiency and quality in a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility. Your role will involve maintaining and repairing vital machinery, contributing to the production of essential nutrition products for consumers. This position offers career development and competitive benefits in a diverse workplace.

Benefits

Career development

Free medical coverage eligibility

Excellent retirement savings plan

Tuition reimbursement

Employee benefits and wellness

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as an industrial or commercial Mechanic or equivalent.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical systems.
• Knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, and fluid systems.

Responsibilities

• Mechanical and machine component repair and troubleshooting.
• Lead and direct maintenance personnel.
• Perform audits and document equipment.

Skills

Mechanical system understanding

Troubleshooting skills

Good mathematical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

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 andyourfamily, be your true self,and live a full life.You’llalso have access to:

• Career development with an international companywhere you can grow the career you dream of.

• Employees can qualify forfree medical coverage in ourHealth Investment Plan (HIP) PPOmedical plan in the next calendar year.

• An excellent retirement savings plan withahigh employer contribution

• Tuition reimbursement,theFreedom 2 Savestudent debt program,andFreeUeducation benefit- an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.

• A company recognized asa great placeto work in dozens of countriesworldwideandnamed 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 asthebest 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 nutritionmanufacturingfacilities 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

• Mechanicaland machine component repair,mechanicalfluid 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 completemechanical maintenancejobs.
• 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 primaryplant 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, performingmechanicalPMsduring operation or during periods of scheduled downtime; equipment lubrication; design and fabrication ofmechanicalitems in response to customers’ work order requests; communicating routinely with line personnel and supervision to maintain knowledge of the latestproductionschedule; communicating potential equipment problems toproductionand maintenance supervisors to allow scheduling of repairs; and looking for and implementing equipment and system improvements.
• Performmechanicalrepairs toproductionequipment and plant utility systems. This involves troubleshooting complex, high-speed filling and packaging machines; making machine adjustments to liquid line and powder seamers; timingmechanical systemssuch as rotary sterilizers or tray wrappers for proper operation; cutting of metal with a plasma cutter or torch; machining of parts on thelatheor 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 working6:30 pm to 6:30 amon a 2-2-3 rotating schedule offering every other weekend off.

SCHEDULE EXAMPLE:

WEEK 1:

WORK: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday

DAYS OFF: Wednesday AND Thursday.

WEEK 2:

WORK: Wednesday & Thursday

DAYS OFF: Monday, Tuesday AND Friday, Saturday & Sunday.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED
• 3+ years of experience as an industrial or commercial Mechanic or the equivalent job experience or training
• Understanding ofmechanical system,mechanicaland spatial aptitude is necessary for this position
• Good mathematical and written skills
• Abilityto troubleshoot and determine the cause of impropermachine operation, then make the necessary adjustments and repairs to return to proper operation
• Knowledge ofhydraulic, pneumatic, and fluid systemsincluding knowledge ofproper lubrication procedureswith 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 eligibilityverificationform upon hire.Pre-Employment Inquiries and Citizenship | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (eeoc.gov)

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Learn more about ourhealth and wellnessbenefits, which provide the security to help you and your familylivefull lives:www.abbottbenefits.com

Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company thatcan help youbuild your futureand live your best life.Abbott is an Equal Opportunity and Military/Veteran friendly Employer, committed to employee diversity.

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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.