Maintenance Technical Trainer, Controls

Abbott • Columbus, OH

9d • $30 - $59 • Onsite

About The Position

This position works out of Abbott's Columbus, Ohio plant location in the Abbott Nutrition Division. 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. Supporting operations, this role will report directly to the Site Technical Training FLL and have a tactical focus on the day to day implementation and adherence to the site training process. They provide on the job training instruction and will ensure new team members are provided instruction with themselves or a qualified trainer as outlined in the training process. This role will partner and align with the overall technical training strategy for the organization. The individual will need to be flexible in their work schedule to accommodate the training needs.

Requirements

• HSD/GED
• 5 Years Controls/Electrician experience with Rockwell, PLC, Troubleshooting, etc.
• Knowledge of supporting operations and troubleshooting electrical/mechanical equipment malfunctions and repairs
• Capable of wiring and replacing electric motors.
• Comfortable working around voltages up to 480VAC
• Proficient in performing repairs to production equipment and plant utility systems.

Responsibilities

• Read electrical and process schematics to troubleshoot equipment
• Train team members on performing repairs to production equipment and plant utility systems and ensuring proper electrical/mechanical operation.
• Operate/troubleshoot/maintain high speed packaging, processing, filling equipment and utilities.
• Conduct and/or coordinate OJT for Maintenance team members new to the function/role or for periodic assessments of ongoing skills and demonstrated competency.
• Provide SME insight in the development of training materials (classroom presentations, computer-based-trainings, assessments).
• Provide SME insight and support in updates to 1PL’s, job plans, etc., as periodic reviews occur.
• Evaluate Maintenance Standard Work (MSW) to ensure accuracy and adherence by area team members. Perform and/or coordinate periodic assessments against OSW for consistency and gap identification.
• Develop and update Maintenance Standard Work (MSW) based upon direction from local SME’s, Engineering personnel, and OEM technical manuals.
• Oversee the OJT scheduling process and partners with site Technical Training Specialist to monitor and track department training activities by area of support (OJT schedule adherence, cross-training, rotations).
• Provide support for the Certified Job Trainers/Learning Mentors.
• Assist in the development (as an area/task SME) and completion of annual and requested training for area personnel.
• Provide daily guidance and direction to personnel in training on task assignments and expectations.
• Partner in the development of cross-training matrices for Maintenance functions and determines gaps / necessary steps to build departmental flexibility and competency.
• Work to address new team member concerns related to their OJT training and tools.
• Ensure that the site training tools and processes are followed and adhered to by site personnel.
• Ensure periodic learning assessments on critical tasks are complete and documented with any action items outlined for gaps.
• Ensure new team members are knowledgeable and capable of adhering to all safety and GMP requirements applicable to tasks being performed.
• Be flexible in work schedule to accommodate training needs of a multi-shift operation, initiating a routine presence on off-shifts.

Benefits

• Training and career development, with onboarding programs for new employees and tuition assistance
• Financial security through competitive compensation, incentives and retirement plans
• Health care and well-being programs including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programs, Medical Benefits start day 1
• Vacation – 120 hours of accrued vacation (1st yr is prorated) + vacation buy program + 3 personal days + 10 paid holidays
• Retiree Healthcare program
• Robust 401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match
• Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED