Operator - 2nd Shift

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Job Description

Operator 1 – 2nd Shift

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:

• 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 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 Opportunity

This position works out of our Minnetonka 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.

Work Shift

Monday – Thursday, 4 pm – 2:30 am with potential overtime.

What You’ll Work On

• Ensure that relevant job documentation for cell operations and functions is accurate and up to date.
• Be able to clearly communicate ideas, problems, and solutions to all levels of manufacturing management in both written and oral form.
• Positively represent the company during tours by demonstrating techniques and sharing appropriate information.
• Maintain a positive attitude when interacting with internal and external customers.
• Follow safety guidelines and utilize appropriate safety devices when performing all operations.
• Participate in continuous improvement/quality initiatives to enhance production processes to achieve quality and profitability metrics.
• Perform routine/preventative maintenance on applicable equipment to maximize efficiency and minimize accidents.
• Maintain accurate records to ensure traveler and quality documents are accurate, all parts are traceable, and quality issues can be addressed.
• Demonstrates a basic understanding of Lean Manufacturing.
• Participate with the Manufacturing Supervisor/Manager in setting and monitoring individual goals and cell performance metrics.
• Support all Divisional initiatives as identified by divisional management and in support of Quality Management Systems (QMS), Environmental Management Systems (EMS), and other regulatory requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Ability to read, comprehend, and follow written procedures; understand and follow verbal instructions.
• 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 environments.
• Previous medical device, manufacturing, or assembly experience is helpful.
• High school degree or equivalent preferred.

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The base pay for this position is $13.90 – $27.80 per hour. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.