Operator I

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.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

About Abbott

Abbott is a global healthcare leader, creating breakthrough science to improve people’s health. We’re always looking towards the future, anticipating changes in medical science and technology.

Working at Abbott

At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and 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 .

·                     Free medical coverage for employees* via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO

·                     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 around the world 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 a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

Operator I - 1st Shift

The Opportunity 

This position works out of our Plymouth location in the electrophysiology division where we’re advancing the treatment of heart and vascular disease through breakthrough medical technologies, allowing people to restore their health and get on with their lives.

As an Operator I, you’ll work under direct supervision performing routine and repetitive assembly operations and processes.

The work schedule: Monday - Thursday, 5:15 AM – 3:45 PM with potential overtime

What You’ll Work On

·         Be able to clearly communicate ideas, problems and solutions to all levels of manufacturing management in both written and oral form

·         Positively represents and supports the company’s policies and procedures

·         Maintain a positive attitude when interacting with internal customers and external customers such as tours

·         Follow safety guidelines and utilize appropriate safety devices when performing all operations

·         Participate in continuous improvement/quality initiatives in order to enhance production processes to achieve quality and profitability metrics

·         Perform routine/preventative maintenance on applicable equipment.

·         Maintain accurate records to ensure traveler and quality documents are accurate, all parts are traceable and quality issues can be addressed to assure the quality of all products

Required Qualifications

·         Ability to read, comprehend, and follow written procedures; understand and follow verbal instructions - Understanding of and ability to utilize electronic data collection systems and computer software packages

·         Ability to prioritize work by determining the sequencing and timing of different jobs based on precedence and importance

·         Ability to handle and maneuver small components and parts

·         Ability to make critical decisions and judgments with minimal supervision

Preferred Qualifications

·         Prefer 6 months of experience working in a medical or other regulated production environment

·         Previous medical device, manufacturing, or assembly experience is helpful

·         High school degree or equivalent preferred

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* Participants who complete a short wellness assessment qualify for FREE coverage in our HIP PPO medical plan. Free coverage applies in the next calendar year.

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.

Connect with us at www.abbott.com, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott and on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal.

The base pay for this position is

$14.35 – $28.75/hour

In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

JOB FAMILY:

Manufacturing

DIVISION:

EP Electrophysiology

LOCATION:

United States > Minnesota > Plymouth : 5050 Nathan Lane N

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

WORK SHIFT:

Standard

TRAVEL:

No

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:

No

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