Operator I

Abbott • Minnetonka, MN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Abbott is a global healthcare leader with 115,000 colleagues serving people in over 160 countries, specializing in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals, and branded generic medicines. In its Electrophysiology (EP) business, Abbott focuses on advancing heart disease treatment through breakthrough medical technologies for atrial fibrillation. This Operator I position is based in Minnetonka, MN, within the Electrophysiology business. The role involves performing routine and repetitive assembly operations and processes under direct supervision.

Requirements

• Ability to read, comprehend, and follow written procedures
• Ability to understand and follow verbal instructions
• Understanding of electronic data collection systems
• Ability to utilize electronic data collection systems and computer software packages
• Ability to prioritize work by determining the sequencing and timing of different jobs based on precedence and importance
• Ability to handle and maneuver small components and parts
• Ability to make critical decisions and judgments with minimal supervision

Nice To Haves

• 6 months of experience working in a medical or other regulated production environments
• Previous medical device, manufacturing, or assembly experience
• High school degree or equivalent

Responsibilities

• Ensure that relevant job documentation for cell operations and functions is accurate and up to date
• Perform troubleshooting
• Apply interpersonal skills such as conflict resolution, active participation, active listening, interpreting, cooperation, and flexibility to foster a successful self-managed team
• Clearly communicate ideas, problems, and solutions to all levels of manufacturing management in both written and oral form
• Positively represent the company during tours by demonstrating techniques and sharing appropriate information
• Positively represent and support the company’s policies and procedures
• Maintain a positive attitude when interacting with internal and external customers, such as tours
• Follow safety guidelines and utilize appropriate safety devices when performing all operations
• Participate in continuous improvement/quality initiatives to enhance production processes to achieve quality and profitability metrics
• Perform routine/preventative maintenance on applicable equipment to maximize efficiency and minimize accidents
• Maintain accurate records to ensure traveler and quality documents are accurate, all parts are traceable, and quality issues can be addressed
• Participate with the Manufacturing Supervisor/Manager in setting and monitoring individual goals and cell performance metrics that continuously seek to improve the quality of operations
• Support all Divisional initiatives as identified by divisional management and in support of Quality Management Systems (QMS), Environmental Management Systems (EMS), and other regulatory requirements

Benefits

• Career development with an international company
• 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 a high employer contribution
• Tuition reimbursement
• The Freedom 2 Save student debt program
• FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree
• Health and wellness benefits

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