Technician II, Service

Abbott; Pleasanton (CA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott in Pleasanton, CA, seeks a Technician II to support manufacturing and testing of medical device products in a regulated environment. You will perform assembly, testing, troubleshooting, and ensure compliance with procedures and quality standards.

Qualified candidates have an associate degree or technical diploma, electronics coursework, and 3+ years in regulated production, with strong problem-solving and documentation skills.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical diploma or equivalent technical training.
• Electronics or electrical coursework preferred for test-focused roles.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in manufacturing, medical device, electronics, or regulated production environment.
• Experience performing testing, troubleshooting, assembly, or equipment operation.
• Ability to identify and resolve production or quality issues independently.

Responsibilities

• Perform automated and manual testing of medical device products and components.
• Set up, operate, calibrate, and maintain manufacturing and test equipment.
• Verify products meet visual, mechanical, electrical, and quality specifications.
• Follow manufacturing procedures, work instructions, and quality system requirements.
• Complete production documentation accurately to maintain device traceability and compliance.
• Identify product or process nonconformances and support corrective actions.
• Troubleshoot equipment and production issues to minimize downtime and improve product quality.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and manufacturing efficiency efforts.
• Train and mentor less experienced technicians and serve as a lead resource when needed.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment in compliance with company and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Testing

Troubleshooting

Equipment operation

Quality compliance

Documentation

Education

Associate degree or Technical Diploma

Electronics coursework

Job description

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 122,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

Technician II Position Summary

The Technician II is responsible for supporting manufacturing and testing operations for medical device products in a regulated production environment. This role performs assembly, testing, troubleshooting, and quality-related activities while ensuring compliance with established procedures, documentation requirements, and regulatory standards. The Technician II works independently on routine assignments and helps identify and resolve production and product issues.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform automated and manual testing of medical device products and components.
• Set up, operate, calibrate, and maintain manufacturing and test equipment.
• Verify products meet visual, mechanical, electrical, and quality specifications.
• Follow manufacturing procedures, work instructions, and quality system requirements.
• Complete production documentation accurately to maintain device traceability and compliance.
• Identify product or process nonconformances and support corrective actions.
• Troubleshoot equipment and production issues to minimize downtime and improve product quality.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and manufacturing efficiency efforts.
• Train and mentor less experienced technicians and serve as a lead resource when needed.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment in compliance with company and regulatory requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Associate degree, Technical Diploma, or equivalent technical training.
• Electronics or electrical coursework preferred for test-focused roles.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a manufacturing, medical device, electronics, or regulated production environment.
• Experience performing testing, troubleshooting, assembly, or equipment operation.
• Ability to identify and resolve production or quality issues independently.

Preferred Skills

• Medical device manufacturing experience.
• Knowledge of GMP, FDA, and quality system requirements.
• IPC-610 certification or willingness to obtain certification.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Experience working in a cleanroom or highly regulated manufacturing environment.

The base pay for this position is $27.35 - $54.75/hour. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

Job Family: Manufacturing
Division: HF Heart Failure
Location: United States > Pleasanton : 6035 Stoneridge Dr
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)
• 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)

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
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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. We invite you to explore opportunities at Abbott, to see if your talents and career aspirations may fit with our openings. An equal opportunity employer, Abbott welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce.

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