Technician II, Manufacturing - 2nd shift

Abbott; Plymouth (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott is seeking a Technician II for the 2nd shift in Plymouth, MN. This role involves supporting the operations team in manufacturing processes and troubleshooting equipment. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and 1-4 years of manufacturing experience, with strong problem-solving and communication skills. Abbott offers competitive pay, career development opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Free medical coverage

Excellent retirement savings plan

Tuition reimbursement

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• 1-4 years of manufacturing technician experience.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support operations team as a 2nd shift process technician.
• Troubleshoot equipment and investigate process issues.
• Instruct production personnel in manufacturing and testing.

Skills

Problem Solving

Communication

Collaboration

Organization

Education

High school diploma or trade school certification

Job description

Technician II, Manufacturing - 2nd shift

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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 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

Technician II, Manufacturing - 2nd shift

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

This position works out of our Plymouth MN location in the Electrophysiology medical device division. In Abbott’s Electrophysiology (EP) business, we’re advancing the treatment of heart disease through breakthrough medical technologies in atrial fibrillation, allowing people to restore their health and get on with their lives.

Individuals in this role will work on a new product launch supporting the operations team as a 2nd shift process technician working with assemblers, troubleshooting equipment and investigating process issues. Additionally, this position will support projects aimed towards designing and developing manufacturing processes, tooling, and fixtures to meet daily production schedules while enhancing productivity and product quality. This individual will have a unique opportunity to make a mark on the organization, while working on state-of-the-art product.

What You’ll Work On

• 2nd shift front line senior process technician supporting Operations team (4pm-2:30am Mon-Thu)
• Support products which include new production equipment, process improvements and cost reductions while supporting new product introductions
• Learn manufacturing processes, techniques and best practices and support Operations team in coaching assemblers
• Instruct production personnel in the manufacturing and testing of product devices
• Recommend and implement process, tooling, equipment changes for improving safety, quality, delivery and cost
• Interpret test data, analyze product performance, develop summaries, and assist in the initiation of yield improvements
• Assist maintenance team to ensure continuous operation for production equipment
• Assist engineers in troubleshooting safety, quality or process issues
• Perform scrap dissection and support investigation into potential root causes
• Summarize information to communicate across shifts and with other functional areas
  
  

Individual Should

• Be innovative, resourceful, and work with minimal direction
• Have excellent organization, problem solving, communication, and collaboration skills
• Work effectively with cross-functional teams
• Support all Company initiatives as identified by management and in support of Quality Management Systems (QMS), Environmental Management Systems (EMS), and other regulatory requirements.
• Complies with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, other regulatory requirements, Company policies, operating procedures, processes, and task assignments. Maintains positive and cooperative communications and collaboration with all levels of employees, customers, contractors, and vendors.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or trade school certification, specialized training/apprenticeship and/or equivalent in Electronics, Engineering Technology, or other equivalent
• 1-4 years of manufacturing technician experience
• Ability to work within a team and as an individual contributor in a fast-paced, changing environment
• Ability to work with assemblers and other non-technical personnel
• Ability to teach and coach others
• Strong verbal and written communications with ability to effectively communicate with cross-functional teams
• Results-oriented
• Adept at handling multiple assignments in a timely manner to meet assigned deadlines
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and the ability to work under limited supervision
• Ability to maintain regular and predictable attendance
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Medical device experience preferred, but not required
  
  

Apply Now

Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: www.abbottbenefits.com

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, committed to employee diversity.

The base pay for this position is $21.05 – $42.15 per hour. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Production and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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