Technician 1 Instruments

Thornton Tomasetti; Illinois; On-site; USD 59,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott Park, IL is seeking a Technician I, Instruments to maintain, calibrate, troubleshoot, and repair measurement equipment and instrumentation critical to manufacturing and quality operations.

The role requires reading schematics, following GMP/GLP standards, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure equipment reliability and regulatory compliance across the site.

Qualifications

• Experience in electrical, electronic, mechanical, or instrumentation systems.
• Experience performing calibration, testing, troubleshooting, maintenance, or repair of equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documentation, schematics, and equipment drawings.
• Ability to communicate effectively in written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Perform calibration, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of measuring and test equipment (M&TE), instrumentation, and control systems following approved procedures.
• Support manufacturing, quality assurance, research and development, distribution, and utility operations by ensuring equipment performs within required specifications.
• Review, process, and complete calibration records, purchase orders, and work orders accurately and on time using maintenance management systems such as Maximo.
• Analyze equipment performance data and apply corrective actions to improve reliability, accuracy, and compliance.
• Assist with the development and validation of calibration methods, operating procedures, and newly installed equipment.

Skills

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Instrumentation

Calibration & repair

Tech documentation

English communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Maximo CMMS

Job description

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 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

We have an opportunity for the role of Technician I, Instruments within our Core Diagnostics division based out of Abbott Park, Illinois and this is an onsite role. Core Diagnostics is a leading provider of diagnostic solutions that help healthcare professionals make informed decisions and improve patient outcomes. Our diagnostic systems and assays are used worldwide to detect, diagnose, and monitor diseases, helping people live healthier lives. As the Technician I, Instruments, you’ll have the chance to maintain, calibrate, troubleshoot, and repair measurement and test equipment, instrumentation, and control systems that support manufacturing, quality, and research operations. You’ll help ensure equipment reliability, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency across the site.

What You’ll Work On

Perform calibration, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of measuring and test equipment (M&TE), instrumentation, and control systems following approved procedures. Support manufacturing, quality assurance, research and development, distribution, and utility operations by ensuring equipment performs within required specifications. Review, process, and complete calibration records, purchase orders, and work orders accurately and on time using maintenance management systems such as Maximo. Analyze equipment performance data and apply corrective actions to improve reliability, accuracy, and compliance. Assist with the development and validation of calibration methods, operating procedures, and newly installed equipment. Read and interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, technical drawings, control programs, and manufacturer documentation to diagnose equipment issues. Partner with cross‑functional teams to investigate equipment‑related problems and recommend effective technical solutions. Support installation, startup, and validation activities for instrumentation and automated calibration systems. Ensure compliance with GMP, GLP, safety, and quality requirements in daily activities. Maintain accurate documentation and provide technical guidance and knowledge sharing as needed.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 2 years of trades training experience or equivalent applicable military training.
• Experience in electrical, electronic, mechanical, or instrumentation systems.
• Experience performing calibration, testing, troubleshooting, maintenance, or repair of equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documentation, schematics, and equipment drawings.
• Ability to communicate effectively in written and spoken English.

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical education in Electronics Technology, Instrumentation Technology, or a related field.
• Experience supporting regulated environments such as medical device, diagnostics, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or laboratory operations.
• Experience with process control systems, instrumentation, and automated equipment.
• Working knowledge of GMP, GLP, and quality system requirements.
• Experience using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS), including Maximo.
• Familiarity with laboratory, analytical, or manufacturing instrumentation.
• Experience supporting calibration programs and measurement and test equipment (M&TE).

Job Family: Field Services DIVISION: TM Transfusion Medicine LOCATION: United States > Abbott Park : AP20 ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS: WORK SHIFT: Standard TRAVEL: No MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: No SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: Awkward/forceful/repetitive (arms above shoulder, bent wrists), Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Continuous standing for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Continuous walking for prolonged periods (more than 2 hours at a time in an 8 hour day), Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday), Lift, carry, push or pull weights of more than 20 pounds/9 kilos on a regular/daily basis.

Salary

The base pay for this position is $28.25 – $56.55/hour. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

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.pdf EEO is the Law link - Espanol: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_Spanish.pdf

Abbott is about the power of health. For more than 135 years, Abbott has been helping people reach their potential — because better health allows people and communities to achieve more. With a diverse, global network serving customers in more than 160 countries, we create new solutions — across the spectrum of health, around the world, for all stages of life. Whether it’s next‑generation diagnostics, life‑changing devices, science‑based nutrition, or novel reformulations, we are advancing some of the most innovative and revolutionary technologies in healthcare, helping people live their best lives through better health. The people of Abbott come to work each day with relentless energy, enthusiasm and a promise to enhance the health and well‑being of millions of people. They push the boundaries to help manage and treat some of life’s greatest health challenges. An equal opportunity employer, Abbott welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce.

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