Assembler I

Abbott • Temecula, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Abbott is a global healthcare leader dedicated to helping people live more fully at all stages of life, with a portfolio spanning diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals, and branded generic medicines. The company employs 115,000 colleagues in over 160 countries. This position is located in Temecula, CA, within the Abbott Vascular Devices division, which provides innovative, minimally invasive, and cost-effective products for vascular disease treatment. The Assembler I, working under close supervision, will perform a combination of assembly, weld, x-ray, repair, and test operations on pacemakers, implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICDs), leads, and related medical device assemblies. The role involves performing routine assignments according to specified and/or standardized procedures, with work being closely and continually reviewed. Complex problems may be referred to a supervisor or more senior personnel.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Typically six plus months of relevant training/experience in the assembly of digital/analog circuitry, devices, components or equivalent.
• Demonstrated manual dexterity and hand/eye coordination.
• Must be able to use standard hand tools used in the assembly of bio-instruments/bio-devices.
• Incumbents are required to work cooperatively and productively with others.
• Must be able to multi-task and rotate through all jobs performed in the assigned work group as needed.
• Incumbents must also be able to meet deadlines on multiple projects.
• Incumbents are required to have demonstrated spelling, punctuation, grammar, basic math/numerical, organizational skills, and a familiarity with standard manufacturing/office equipment and procedures.
• The ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English is also required; this requirement includes clear, understandable speech and demonstrated comprehension skills.
• The ability to successfully pass a reading comprehension pre-employment examination is mandatory.
• The demonstrated ability to understand and comply with applicable Food & Drug Administration (FDA) regulations and Company operating procedures, processes, policies and rules is essential.
• Must have the ability to on occasion lift up to approximately 25 pounds.
• Ability to maintain regular and predictable attendance.
• Regularly scheduled overtime is a requirement of this position.

Nice To Haves

• Some formal training in assembly techniques.
• Experience with assembling manufactured items in a bioinstruments/bio-devices related facility.
• Prior experience working in an air-conditioned clean room manufacturing environment requiring stringent environmental controls.
• 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.
• Strong organizational and follow-up skills, as well as attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Performs Electronic Assembly functions: Assembles, welds, solders and x-rays medical devices and related parts using microscopes and applicable tools.
• Locates and corrects problems by examining x-rays and performing visual inspection of parts.
• Repairs and tests units using computerized test equipment.
• Performs Casting/Coating functions: Examines medical devices and related assemblies after molding operations to locate bubbles, nicks and/or excess epoxy.
• Utilizes small drills, reamers, taps and knives to access bubbles and remove excess epoxy.
• Patches and repairs bubbles or voids using syringes and small tools; bakes parts to cure epoxy patches.
• Performs Mechanical Assembly functions: Kits, assembles, bonds coats and processes medical devices and related parts using microscopes and applicable tools.
• Locates and corrects problems by examining devices and components and visually inspecting parts/assemblies.
• Repairs and corrects devices and related components using microscopes and applicable tools.
• Performs Packaging Functions: Kits, assembles and packages devices and related accessories using applicable tools.
• Locates and corrects problems using microscope and applicable tools.
• Reviews all device documentation for completeness and accuracy.
• May set-up/utilize special test equipment.
• Notifies supervisor of the need to replenish supplies/materials and of any production difficulties that cannot be readily corrected.
• Performs other related duties as directed or assigned.
• 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.

Benefits

• 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 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.
• Health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees