Job Details

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.

MAIN PURPOSE OF ROLE

Under limited supervision, provides technical support for the manufacturing of electronic components used in medical devices. Responsibilities include assisting in the development and optimization of manufacturing processes, programming and setting up automated and manual equipment, maintaining production tools, and analyzing non-conforming products. This role also involves training production staff, performing preventive maintenance, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and process efficiency.

The position requires the ability to perform standard assignments, troubleshoot issues with multiple potential solutions, and adapt work methods to meet varying production needs.

WHAT YOULL DO

• Provide technical support to production personnel for manual and automated production processes. Troubleshoot process and equipment problems. Make appropriate adjustments or repairs.
• Provide instructional training to production personnel on equipment and processes using proper documentation.
• Perform engineering tests and process validations. Compile and organize data to support the generation of engineering test and validation reports. Collect and analyze process yield data.
• Inspect and disposition production parts per required documentation. Perform preventive maintenance activities.
• Responsible for monitoring assigned processes and providing feedback and/or solutions to process issues. Use of voltmeter, oscilloscope, and/or similar equipment.
• 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.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE YOULL BRING

• Associates degree in electrical/mechanical technology and/or comparable specialized training in automated manufacturing processes which provides a theoretical understanding of electronic or electromechanical disciplines or equivalent OR an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Minimum 5+ years of related experience
• Progressively more responsible related work experience required to achieve the level of competency and depth of understanding necessary to perform at this level.
• Knowledge and understanding of all aspects of the job, including the ability to set up and operate specialized automated/manual manufacturing equipment.
• Must be capable of understanding assembly drawings, processing documents, equipment schematics, and other associated documentation. Demonstrated ability to use common hand tools and troubleshooting devices such as a multi-meter.
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication, interpersonal, organizational, computer and basic math skills. Must maintain an acceptable level of proficiency in all applicable process certifications.
• Experience working in a broader enterprise/cross-division business unit model preferred.
• Ability to work in a highly matrixed and geographically diverse business environment.

• Ability to work within a team and as an individual contributor in a fast-paced, changing environment. Ability to leverage and/or engage others to accomplish projects.
• Strong verbal and written communications with ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels in the organization.
• Multitasks, prioritizes and meets deadlines in timely manner. Strong organizational and follow-up skills, as well as attention to detail.
• Ability to travel approximately 15%, including internationally.
• Ability to maintain regular and predictable attendance.

The base pay for this position is $24.50 $49.00 per hour. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.