Manufacturing Machine Operator, Packaging (2nd shift) - Sturgis, MI Plant

Abbott • Sturgis, MI

3d • $16 - $32 • Onsite

About The Position

This entry-level position is based at Abbott’s Sturgis, Michigan location in the Abbott Nutrition division. The role is in the Powder Packaging department and focuses on the secondary packaging process. The operator runs packaging equipment, supports production quality and documentation, maintains sanitation and cleanliness, and performs preventive maintenance. The position includes forklift operations and requires compliance with FDA, OSHA, and Abbott policies and procedures.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Solid problem-solving skills and high attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Operate packaging equipment, which may include depalletizers, labelers, and packers.
• Track the use of commodities such as ends, labels, overcaps, and cases.
• Conduct routine quality inspections of products in production.
• Complete proper batch work order documentation.
• Complete housekeeping tasks according to applicable sanitation procedures.
• Execute scheduled production line cleaning activities.
• Perform preventative maintenance tasks.
• Perform forklift operations.
• Meet compliance standards, including FDA, OSHA, and Abbott policies and procedures.

Benefits

• Career development opportunities with an international company.
• Employees may qualify for free medical coverage in the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.
• Retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Freedom 2 Save student debt program.
• FreeU education benefit, providing an affordable and convenient path to earning a bachelor’s degree.

What This Job Offers

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