Manufacturing Machine Operator, Processing (2nd shift)

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Job Title
Manufacturing Machine Operator, Processing (2nd Shift)

Shift
The 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 u0019ll 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 u2013 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 u2019s 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 u2013 including Similac , PediaSure , Pedialyte , Ensure , and Glucerna u2013 to help them get the nutrients they need to live their healthiest lives.
For over 70 years, Abbott u2019s Sturgis, Mich. , has been impacting its community while producing products that provide essential nutrition to millions of families around the world. Working here, you u2019ll feel part of a family that is dedicated to making a difference and helping others.

What You u2019ll Work On

• Blend system/triblender
• Operation and CIP HTST/UHT systems
• LCP operation and CIP Department/inner-department
• CIP operation and responsibilities
• MITS system operation
• PM responsibilities
• Documentation
• Milk/Oil Receiving
• CIP Operations
• Ingredient Weighing/additions A rotation, dry blending
• Forklift operation
• Casein/PIW System
• Slurry Room Operations
• Contribute to the overall effectiveness of the plant operations by producing high quality products in a timely manner for various filling/packaging lines
• The department will accomplish this objective in accordance with GMP, SMP and safety requirements with minimum product/ingredient loss through efficient use and maximum utilization of manpower assigned
• The position requires a high degree of attention to detail and an ability to think critically

You u2019ll be accountable for meeting our compliance standards including FDA, OSHA and Abbott policies and procedures.

Required Experience

• High School Diploma or GED

Preferred Experience

• Prior job experience within manufacturing plant

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)

* 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.

Connect with us at [www.abbott.com](http://www.abbott.com/), on Facebook at [www.facebook.com/Abbott](http://www.facebook.com/Abbott) _,_ and on Twitter @AbbottNews.

The base pay for this position is
$19.05 – $38.15/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:

Standard

TRAVEL:

No

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:

No

SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:

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)Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.EEO is the Law link - English: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_English.pdfEEO is the Law link - Espanol: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_Spanish.pdf