Specialist Ops I

Abbott; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free medical coverage in HIP PPO plan

Tuition reimbursement

Freedom 2 Save student debt program

FreeU education benefit

Career development with an intl. firm

Job summary

Abbott in Des Plaines, IL is hiring an Ops Specialist to perform routine lab and manufacturing tasks in a GMP setting. You will document activities, manage inventory records and process ERP transactions, while supporting the team to meet daily schedules.

Requires a science/technical degree or equivalent experience, strong teamwork, and precise execution with clear instructions. Physical work and daily station changes are involved.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific or technical discipline preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and work experience may be considered.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• High manual dexterity and hand‑eye coordination.
• Ability to follow complex technical instructions.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine lab operations and basic manufacturing tasks.
• Assist with more complex operations as needed.
• Document activities and maintain inventory records.
• Process ERP transactions and update documentation.
• Support supervisor to meet schedule requirements.

Skills

Teamwork

Manual dexterity

Education

Bachelor's degree in scientific/technical discipline

Equivalent combination of education and work experience

Job description

## Specialist Ops IApply: United States - Illinois - Des Plaines: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: November 11, 2026 (6 days left to apply): 31166601Abbott 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.## **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 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 around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by FortuneA 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**The Ops Specialist produces high-quality diagnostic assay components in a GMP regulated environment. **What You'll Work On*** Performs routine lab operations and basic manufacturing operations.* May assist in performing more complex operations.* Performs basic electronic transactions associated with systems used for inventory management and document control.* Works under direct supervision to make decisions that impact quality, productivity and cost.* Documents work activities, maintains inventory records and assists with conducting inventory verification checks as needed.* Works closely with supervisor to complete assigned work orders in a manner that achieves overall schedule requirements.* Documenting activities in an accurate, timely and complete manner.* Maintaining accurate inventory records and processing all related ERP transactions in a timely manner d)* Performing assigned activities in a manner that contributes to the achievement of team productivity and financial goals.* Working with supervisor to resolve basic issues that arise during day-to-day operations.* Working safely and in accordance with all applicable policies and procedures.* Understanding job training requirements and ensuring that training is conducted on time. **Required Qualifications*** Bachelors Degree (± 16 years) In a scientific or technicaldiscipline is preferred. 3* An equivalent combination of education and work experience* Some Related work experience.* Displays the ability to learn basic techniques and methods used to manufacture probebased diagnostic products including operations such as solution prep, chemicaldispensing, DNA extractions and DNA formulation.* Masters performance of these operations in a timely manner.* Some familiarity with use of electronic systems and databases used for resource planning, inventory management and document control.* Able to accurately follow complex technical instructions.* Has the capability to work effectively as part of a team.* Job requires regular movement between workstations and routine lifting of heavy materials.* High degree of manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination is needed.**The base pay for this position is**$20.35 – $40.65/hourIn specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.## **JOB FAMILY:**Manufacturing## **DIVISION:**AMD Molecular## **LOCATION:**United States > Des Plaines : DP01## **ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:**## **WORK SHIFT:**Standard## **TRAVEL:**No## **MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:**Not Applicable## **SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:**Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday)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.pdfEEO is the Law link - Espanol: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO\\_Spanish.pdf