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JOB DESCRIPTION:

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 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 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) 

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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 and Military/Veteran friendly Employer, committed to employee diversity. 

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

     

The base pay for this position is

$16.55 – $33.15/hour

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

     

JOB FAMILY:

Manufacturing

     

DIVISION:

ANSC Nutrition Supply Chain

        

LOCATION:

United States > Sturgis : Building 01A

     

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

     

WORK SHIFT:

2Nd Shift (United States Of America)

     

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), Driving a personal auto or company car or truck, or a powered piece of material handling equipment

     

Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.

     

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