Assistant Microbiologist III - 3rd shift
About The Position
This position works out of Abbott's Columbus, Ohio plant 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 – including Similac®, PediaSure®, Pedialyte®, Ensure®, and Glucerna® – to help them get the nutrients they need to live their healthiest lives. The Columbus Plant is Abbott’s first manufacturing facility in the world, making us a leader in science-backed nutrition products. Working here, you’ll be part of a family that works together to produce quality products that make a difference and help keep consumers nourished at every stage of their lives.
Requirements
- High School Diploma plus 4 years’ experience in a food or pharmaceutical manufacturing laboratory environment; OR: High School Diploma plus 1 year of appropriate college lab studies and 1 year of college mathematics), plus 2 years of laboratory experience
- 3+ years of experience working in food/pharmaceutical/medical device plant or hospital/medical lab.
- Knowledge of applicable regulatory standards and requirements for infant formula and nutritionals
- LIMS
- Aseptic technique
- Gram staining
Nice To Haves
- Science related Bachelor’s Degree with at least 1 year of appropriate college lab studies and 1 year of college mathematics
Responsibilities
- Apply high quality scientific techniques in the microbiological analysis of raw ingredients, in-process production samples, finished product testing and environmental monitoring, to ensure that all products manufactured are fit for use
- Be able to work with fellow microbiologist, with a high degree of motivation, attention to important details with clear communication to all team members. This is important due to the high degree of responsibility and working within a small group where each person is relied upon highly
- Prioritize tasks to efficiently be completed with the most accurate results, and to communicate clearly and work together in a team environment
- Product testing
- Environmental testing
- Raw ingredient testing
- Documentation
- Project work
- Troubleshooting
- Media preparation/general lab work
- Housekeeping
- Communication
- Team work
Benefits
- Training and career development
- Onboarding programs for new employees
- Tuition assistance
- Competitive compensation
- Incentives
- Retirement plans
- Medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programs
- Medical Benefits start day 1
- 120 hours of accrued vacation (1st yr is prorated)
- Vacation buy program
- 5 personal days
- 10 paid holidays
- Retiree Healthcare program
- Robust 401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Freedom 2 Save student debt program
- FreeU education benefit
- Free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
