Sr. Packaging Equipment Operator – 12-Hour Day Shift

Abbott Laboratories; North Carolina; On-site; USD 24,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott Laboratories is hiring for a 12-hour shift production operator at the Columbus Plant, where you’ll safely operate high-speed packaging equipment and ensure quality and proper documentation. The role includes startup/shutdown, jam clearance, and reporting issues to the supervisor, with attention to cleanliness and 5S practices.

You’ll maintain inventory of packaging materials, perform quality checks, adhere to FDA/GMP/OSHA guidelines, and contribute to a safe, efficient line.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Prior manufacturing/production experience is preferred.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and document materials.
• Strong attention to detail and safety compliance.

Responsibilities

• Operate high-speed production equipment with adherence to procedures.
• Startup/shutdown equipment and clear jams; report issues to Supervisor.
• Maintain inventory of packaging materials and complete work orders.
• Perform quality checks and ensure proper product identification and documentation.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Attention to detail

Record keeping

Materials management

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

RF Scanners

Job description

ABOUT ABBOTT

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 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

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

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

SHIFT 12-hour day shift - 6:00am 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

Safely operate the high-speed production equipment that makes our industry-leading nutrition products The operator must be able to start up and shutdown all equipment according to established procedures or specifications and perform minor to major clearing of jams and downtime issues on the line. The operator must report any abnormal equipment function, or product problems to the Supervisor. Maintain inventory of packaging materials and complete work order documentation. Perform quality checks and troubleshoot equipment issues. The operator is responsible for the safe operations of all equipment, promptly report all incidents, injuries, or safety hazards. The operator is responsible for maintaining a clean and safe work area by utilizing all 5S cleaning and tools necessary to keep the area clean and clear of debris, yet neat and organized. The operator is responsible for adhering to the product isolation procedures, along with sampling and proper identification of product status. The operator must ensure that both products and materials are of proper identification, correct codes and expiration dates. This position is accountable for complying with applicable FDA, GMP, OSHA and Abbott/Ross regulations, policies, procedures or guidelines.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED
• Prior manufacturing, production line, and/or machine/equipment operator experience
• Ability to communicate pertinent line information to both production and support group personnel
• A high level of attention to detail is required
• Must be able to maintain accurate and legible records such as Production Counts, Material Usage/Losses and properly document information on Batch Work orders as per the company procedures
• Must be able to maintain an adequate supply of materials to the equipment in operation, and monitor supply usage and correct releases

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience working with RF Scanners

The base pay for this position is $17.15 – $34.25/hour In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

JOB FAMILY: Manufacturing DIVISION: ANSC Nutrition Supply Chain LOCATION: United States > Columbus : Columbus Plant ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS: WORK SHIFT: Standard TRAVEL: No MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: No SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: Continuous standing for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day)

Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.

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