Technician II, Manufacturing - 1st shift

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

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. Youll 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 bachelors 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 Abbotts Electrophysiology (EP) business, were 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.

What Youll Work On

Front line process technician supporting Operations team;

Support products which include new production equipment, process improvements and cost reductions while supporting new product introductions

Lean 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.

Shift

1st Shift : Mon - Thurs Approximately 5 : 00AM 3 : 30PM

(precise times may be shifted to accommodate other shift schedules or other project work)

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

What We Offer

At Abbott, you can have a good job that can grow into a great career. We offer :

A fast-paced work environment where your safety is our priority

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 plans

Health care and well-being programs including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programs

Paid time off

401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match

The stability of a company with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities

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.

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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.