Research Operator I
About The Position
This position works out of our 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/GED required.
- Four years experience in a plant production environment (preferably within drug, food or beverage manufacturing).
- Knowledge of applicable regulatory standards and requirements for infant formula, adult nutrition, and performance nutrition.
- Knowledge of food processing techniques and documentation requirements.
- Ability to read and follow work order documents, troubleshoot equipment breakdowns and operate powered industrial vehicles.
- Should possess a good mechanical aptitude and solid problem-solving skills.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelors Degree in Technical field preferred.
Responsibilities
- Meet departmental standards and expectations for teamwork and customer service
- Demonstrate job proficiency in skills associated with current grade level
- Demonstrate consistency in retaining and applying learned skills
- Adhere to cGMP compliance initiatives and quality systems
- Perform tasks or job functions accurately and in a timely manner
- Demonstrate accountability and responsibility for EHS performance and compliance through active participation and support of Abbott’s EHS program
- Adhere to all policies, procedures and expectations for each area of responsibility
- Execute manufacturing steps per the approved work order documents
- Complete tasks associated with cleaning, CIP and setup of necessary equipment
- Maintain good housekeeping in work areas
- Obtain Better Process Control certification
- Execute environmental monitoring sampling
- Standardize and use pH meters and adjust levels with appropriate reagents
- Prepare blends, slurries and solutions for product manufacture
- Operate heating/cooling of tanks/mixers
- Bulk liquid transfers to tanker and refrigerated trucks
- Setup, operation and cleaning of liquid and powder fillers
- Perform double seam evaluations
- Maintenance and operation of homogenizers
- Setup, operation and CIP of heat treatment systems
Benefits
- Production areas that are clean, well-lit and temperature-controlled
- 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 + 5 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
