ABBOTT LABORATORIES Packaging Equipment Operator - Tipp City, OH Plant (2nd shift, shift 2B) Salary in the United States

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 103,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

Position Summary:

The Packaging Equipment Operator will be required to operate, clean and keep in like new state all production related equipment in the area of responsibility.  The operator must be able to start up and shutdown all equipment according to established procedures or specifications and perform minor to major clearing of jams and downtime issues on the line.  The operator must report any abnormal equipment function or product problems to the Supervisor.  The operator is responsible for the safe operations of all equipment and promptly report all incidents, injuries or safety hazards.  The operator is responsible for maintaining a clean and safe work area by utilizing all 5S cleaning and tools necessary to keep the area clean and clear of debris, yet neat and organized.  The operator may be required to perform job tasks at different work times, on different work schedules and also in other departments dependent upon business needs.  The operator will be required to work overtime as needed, and to provide line coverage during vacations, roving holidays and sick time to support their natural work team.

Main Responsibilities:

• The operator must be able to maintain accurate and legible records such as Production Counts, Material Usage/Losses and properly document information on Batch Work orders as per the company procedures
• The operator is responsible for adhering to the product isolation procedures, along with sampling and proper identification of product status
• The operator must be able to maintain an adequate supply of materials to the equipment in operation, and also monitor supply usage and correct releases
• The operator must be able to troubleshoot and make the necessary adjustments as required to maintain quality performance
• The operator must ensure that both products and materials are of proper identification, correct codes and expiration dates
• In addition, products and materials should also have acceptable visual and physical appearance

Accountability:

This position is accountable for all rules and regulations applicable to the manufacture of both pediatric and nutritional products.  Any error or rule violation could result in customer complaints, FDA violations, product recall or loss of business.  This position is accountable for complying with applicable FDA, GMP, OSHA and Abbott regulations, policies, procedures or guidelines.

Qualifications:

High school diploma/GED and successful completion of the Abbott Operations test is required.  This position requires the ability to communicate pertinent line information to both production and support group personnel.  A high level of attention to detail is required.