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Abbott Manufacturing Machine Operator, Liquid Packaging (2nd shift) - Sturgis, MI Plant in Sturgis, Michigan
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.
Job Title: Manufacturing Machine Operator, Liquid Packaging (2nd shift)
Pay & Shift
The hourly rate for this position is $20.50/hr + 5% shift differential. The 2nd shift and hours are 3:30pm-12:00am.
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:
Production areas that are clean, well-lit and temperature-controlled
Training and career development , with onboarding programs for new employees and tuition assistance
Financial security through competitive compensation, incentives and retirement plan
Health care and well-being programs including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programs, Medical Benefits start day 1
Vacation – 120 hours of accrued vacation (1st yr is prorated) + vacation buy program + 3 personal days + 10 paid holidays
Retiree Healthcare program
Robust 401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match
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 stable company with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities
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 Sturgis, MI location in the Abbott Nutrition division. Our Nutrition business develops science-based nutrition products for people of all ages, from helping babies and children grow to keeping adult bodies strong and active. Millions of people around the world count on our leading brands – including Similac®, PediaSure®, Pedialyte®, Ensure®, and Glucerna® – to help them get the nutrients they need to live their healthiest lives.
For over 70 years, Abbott’s Sturgis, Mich. , has been impacting its community while producing products that provide essential nutrition to millions of families around the world. Working here, you’ll feel part of a family that is dedicated to making a difference and helping others.
What You'll Work On
The Packaging Operator in Liquid Packaging has operational knowledge of the following equipment: depalletizer, line filler, seamer, labeler, case packer, cartoner, and forklift. This role requires the ability to troubleshoot on-line situations and perform applicable routine lubrications and preventive maintenance. The operator will perform all associated production sampling and documentation per applicable Quality documents and must be willing to work the hours they're assigned. Additional tasks include:
For Filler and Seamer Operation:
Maintenance of product level in filler
Ensure proper operating parameters for filler, seamer and can washer
Perform preventative maintenance on filler and seamer
Ensure commodities are released prior to usage
Grease and oil seamer as needed
Perform visual can inspection
Fill weight checks
Ensure proper FP tank hook-up to filling lines
For Clean Up Operation:
Perform preventative maintenance check on filler valves and pistons
Ensure proper cleaning methods are used during a wash job
Cleaning area to include: filler valves, filler pistons, filler screens, filler bowl, product filters, filler room floors and walls.
For Depalletizer, Labeler, Casepacker, and Cartoner:
Set up equipment according to packing requirements and adjust as necessary during production
Load commodities into equipment
Maintain inventory counts of commodities used during each batch
Maintain cleanliness of equipment and work stations
Perform and document Quality checks and preventative maintenance
You’ll be accountable for meeting our compliance standards including FDA, OSHA and Abbott policies and procedures.
Required Qualifications
High School diploma/GED
Entry level manufacturing or equivalent experience
Completed safety training
Understand Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
Experience driving a forklift
Quality inspection, documentation, and inventory control experience
Ability to follow verbal Instructions, recognize signs, and follow complex and simple written directions
Able to read & write and prepare simple Reports
Ability to read gauges & instruments
Use of hand tools
Able to add, Subtract, Multiply, Decimals, Divide, Fractions, Proportions
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Pre-Employment Inquiries and Citizenship | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (eeoc.gov) (https://www.eeoc.gov/pre-employment-inquiries-and-citizenship)
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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 (http://www.abbottbenefits.com/pages/candidate.aspx)
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 and Military/Veteran friendly Employer, committed to employee diversity.
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The base pay for this position is $16.55 – $33.15 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
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