Technician 1 Repair & Maintenance

Abbott•San Diego, CA

12d•$22 - $44•Onsite

About The Position

The position of Instrument Repair Specialist is within the Abbott Rapid Diagnostics Cardiometabolic Business Unit located in San Diego, California. The role will provide daily support for the refurbishment and troubleshooting of the Afinion 2 Analyzer. The main focus will be receiving, investigating, refurbishing/repairing, and requalification of Afinion 2 instruments. Your electrical and technical expertise will be applied to assure a high level of quality, compliance, and adequate documentation is applied to every medical instrument which undergoes the refurbishment/repair process. 2nd Shift: 1pm-9:30pm

Requirements

An associate degree or trade school certified electronics engineer or related technical field
Three or more years of relevant experience as a field or electronics repair technician

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of standard mechanical and electronics repair which includes soldering, use of multimeters, and electronics troubleshooting techniques
Proficiency in diagnosing electro-mechanical systems; ability to read and understand mechanical, electrical and optical diagrams and technical specifications
Work independently to meet commitments and perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent documentation skills
Self-confident, detail oriented, highly organized and experienced at investigating and resolving complex issues
Special expertise (internal training) in troubleshooting and repair of medical instruments

Responsibilities

Perform system and sub-component troubleshooting of mechanical, electrical, and optical systems of the Afinion 2 instrument
Inspect returned instruments for physical and mechanical damage
Maintain accurate tracking of the repair process and calibration service using various electronic and paper-based systems
Responsible for updating and monitoring daily performance metrics to foresee potential obstacles
Resolve problems by examining and evaluating data and recommend corrective actions
Perform routine maintenance of repair equipment by following manufacturing document instructions
Maintain use and inventory of spare parts and daily use supplies to avoid stockouts and unexpected downtime
Operate with little to no guidance once fully trained and be successful while maintaining a positive team-based attitude
Participate in Lean/Six Sigma initiatives to continuously improve processes
Follow established Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) and safety procedures
Maintain up to date training as required by the quality system
Carries out duties in compliance with established business policies
Periodic schedule flexibility to support business needs
Helps to assure that all repair shop activities and commitments are met on a daily basis including the repair, qualification, and shipping of appropriately configured equipment to customers
Decontamination of returned instruments in a Biohazard Level II environment following standard operating procedures and documenting decontamination as required
Understands and is aware of the quality consequences which may occur from the improper performance of their specific job; has awareness of device defects that may occur in their area of responsibility, including product design, verification, and validation, manufacturing and testing activities

Benefits

At Abbott, you can have a good job that can grow into a great career. We offer:
A fast-paced work environment where your safety is our priority
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
Paid time off
401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match
The stability of a company with a record of strong financial performance and a history of being actively involved in local communities
Learn more about our benefits that add real value to your life to help you live fully: http://www.abbottbenefits.com/pages/candidate.aspx
Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that provides the growth and strength to build your future.
Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.