Technician II, Manufacturing - 1st shift at Abbott

Plymouth, Minnesota, United States

Abbott Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Healthcare, Medical Devices, ElectrophysiologyIndustries

Requirements

  • High school (diploma or equivalent implied)
  • Be innovative, resourceful, and work with minimal direction
  • Have excellent organization, problem solving, communication, and collaboration skills
  • Work effectively with cross-functional teams
  • Comply with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, other regulatory requirements, Company policies, operating procedures, processes, and task assignments
  • Maintain positive and cooperative communications and collaboration with all levels of employees, customers, contractors, and vendors

Responsibilities

  • Work 1st shift (5am - 3:30pm Mon-Thu) as front line technician supporting Operations team
  • Support products which include new production equipment, process improvements, cost reductions, and new product introductions
  • Learn manufacturing processes, techniques, and best practices and support Operations team in coaching assemblers
  • Instruct production personnel in the manufacturing and testing of product devices
  • Recommend and implement process, tooling, equipment changes for improving safety, quality, delivery, and cost
  • Interpret test data, analyze product performance, develop summaries, and assist in the initiation of yield improvements
  • Assist maintenance team to ensure continuous operation for production equipment
  • Assist engineers in troubleshooting safety, quality, or process issues
  • Perform scrap dissection and support investigation into potential root causes
  • Summarize information to communicate across shifts and with other functional areas
  • Support all Company initiatives as identified by management and in support of Quality Management Systems (QMS), Environmental Management Systems (EMS), and other regulatory requirements

Skills

manufacturing
process technician
assembly
troubleshooting
equipment maintenance
process investigation
medical devices

Abbott

Healthcare solutions in diagnostics and devices

About Abbott

Abbott Laboratories focuses on improving health through various medical technologies and health solutions. The company operates in areas such as cardiovascular health, diabetes management, diagnostic testing, nutrition, and neuromodulation for chronic pain and movement disorders. Abbott's products include advanced medical devices and diagnostic tests that help healthcare professionals and patients manage health conditions effectively. For example, their cardiovascular technologies assist in heart health management, while diabetes care products enable accurate glucose monitoring without painful fingersticks. Unlike many competitors, Abbott emphasizes accessibility and affordability in its offerings, aiming to make life-changing technologies available to a broader audience. The company's goal is to positively impact global health and well-being, supported by a commitment to sustainability and a 2030 Sustainability Plan.

Lake Bluff, IllinoisHeadquarters
1888Year Founded
IPOCompany Stage
HealthcareIndustries
10,001+Employees

Risks

Departure of key leader Dr. Adamson may affect Abbott's Heart Failure division.
Integration challenges with Medtronic could impact glucose monitor-insulin pump rollout.
Thermo Fisher's microfluidics expansion may increase competition for Abbott.

Differentiation

Abbott integrates continuous glucose monitoring with automated insulin delivery systems.
Abbott's microfluidic devices streamline diagnostic processes efficiently.
Abbott's neuromodulation products target specific nervous system areas for chronic pain relief.

Upsides

Microfluidic technology offers cost-effective solutions in diagnostics.
Strategic partnerships like Abbott-Medtronic enhance product offerings and market reach.
Significant investments indicate strong market confidence in Abbott's healthcare solutions.

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