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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.

About Abbott

Abbott Rapid Diagnostics is part of Abbott’s Diagnostics family of businesses, bringing together exceptional teams of experts and industry leading technologies to support diagnostic testing which provides important information for treatment and management of diseases and other conditions.

The Opportunity

The position of Production Chemist I is within our Cardiometabolic Business Unit located in San Diego, California. This role is responsible for a variety of manufacturing support functions involving the operation of lab equipment and conduct of procedures/tasks according to established GMP, under the direction of senior staff. This job description will be reviewed periodically and is subject to change by management.

What You'll Do:

• Carry out production tasks in support of manufacturing goals and objectives.

• Production of complex reagents as directed, following established guidelines and procedures.

• Operate laboratory equipment safely, as trained and directed, and in accordance with established practices.

• Maintain records and notebooks as directed in a neat, thorough and accurate manner.

• Recommend and participate in document revisions to ensure accurate BOMs and process descriptions.

• Operate moderately complex laboratory equipment and perform routine maintenance/repair. Interface with contracted repair technicians as required.

• Follow all safety guidelines, manufacturing policies and procedures. Operate under strict QSR and ISO compliance.

• Perform complex formulations, component and material evaluations, equipment calibrations and maintenance.

• Carry out functions which may require multiple task coordination. Demonstrates commitment to the development, implementation and effectiveness of Alere Quality Management System per ISO, FDA, and other regulatory agencies.

• Understands and is aware of the quality consequences which may occur from the improper performance of their specific job; has awareness of device defects that may occur in their area of responsibility, including product design, verification and validation, manufacturing and testing activities

• Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal/external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the company’s policies and practices; build productive internal/external working relationships

• Weekend work is required.

Required Qualifications:

• BA or BS degree in Chemistry or Biological Sciences; or equivalent

• Zero to two years of experience (BA/BS)

• Experience following detailed instructions, maintaining accurate records and notes, and carrying out assignments in a thorough, conscientious fashion while adhering to safe laboratory practices.

• Experience with problem-solving and troubleshooting in a laboratory environment.

• Proficient in cell passaging, feeding, and inoculating of flasks and reactors.

• Has experience with the use of tangential flow filtration/buffer exchanging.

• Experience in the use of Eppendorf interfaced controllers.

• Demonstrates the ability to perform mammalian cell aseptic technique

• Experience in clean rooms or processes that require a lot of sterile technique

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to follow detailed instructions, maintains accurate records and notes, and carries out assignments in a thorough, conscientious fashion while adhering to safe laboratory practices.

• Knowledge of a variety of lab equipment and their operation is preferred.

• Demonstrate problem-solving and troubleshooting skills

• Organized and detail oriented

• Ability to work in a team environment

COMPETENCIES:

• Continually develops his/her own skillset.

• Comfortable with ambiguity. Implements change when needed.

• Promptly and effectively handles issues and problems.

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

• Health care and well-being programs including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programs, Medical Benefits start day 1

• Vacation – 3 weeks of accrued vacation (1st yr is prorated) + vacation buy program + 3 personal days + 10 paid holidays

• An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution

• Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save (https://www.abbott.com/corpnewsroom/strategy-and-strength/tackling-student-debt-for-our-employees.html) student debt program and FreeU (https://www.abbott.com/corpnewsroom/strategy-and-strength/college-degree-for-free-its-possible-with-freeu.html) 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.

The base pay for this position is $21.55 – $43.15 per hour. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Abbot welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce.

We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.

To request accommodation, please call 224-667-4913 or email corpjat@abbott.com