Production Specialist Operator - 12 Nights A - Columbus Plant

Abbott; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits start day 1

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Abbott in Columbus, Ohio is seeking a Production Specialist Operator for the 12-hour night shift (6:00pm–6:30am) with rotating onsite days at the Columbus Plant, part of the Nutrition Division. You will safely operate equipment for filling, processing and sterilizing, monitor sterility tests, complete work orders, maintain a clean, compliant workplace, and collaborate across teams.

This role requires a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of production experience, with preferred

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1+ years of production/manufacturing experience.
• Ability to work effectively in a team with attention to detail and problem-solving.
• Preferred: aseptic fill and sanitation experience; forklift experience.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate production equipment for filling, processing and sterilizing tasks.
• Monitor charts and perform tests to ensure sterility.
• Complete work orders and related documentation accurately.
• Maintain a safe, clean work environment and comply with standards.
• Communicate effectively within the department and across the plant.
• Maintain and replenish production materials; assist with housekeeping.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Aseptic fill experience

Job description

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.

This position works out of our Columbus, Ohio plant 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.

The Columbus Plant is Abbott’s first manufacturing facility in the world, making us a leader in science-backed nutrition products. Working here, you’ll be part of a family that works together to produce quality products that make a difference and help keep consumers nourished at every stage of their lives.

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 paid 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.

SHIFT

12-hour night shift - 6:00pm to 6:30am – with rotating onsite days

Example of rotating schedule:

• Week 1: Sun, Wed, Thurs
• Week 2: Mon, Tues, Fri, Sat

WHAT YOU’LL DO AS A PRODUCTION SPECIALIST OPERATOR

• Safety operation of production equipment related to filling, processing and sterilizing equipment and sampling responsibilities.
• Monitors charts and performs tests to assure sterility.
• Responsible for the accurate completion of the work order and other documentation.
• Responsible for maintaining a safe and clean working environment.
• Effectively communicates within the department and plant with all levels of employees.
• Responsible for maintaining and replenishing production materials.
• Completes general housekeeping and sanitation tasks.

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

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED
• 1+ years of production or manufacturing experience
• Must be able to work effectively within a team environment, possess excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Aseptic fill and sanitation process experience
• One year production experience within food manufacturing environment
• Forklift experience preferred

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 $19.05 – $38.15 per hour. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.