Operator I

Operator 1

Divisional Information

Structural Heart Business Mission: Why We Exist

Our business purpose is to restore health and improve quality of life through the design and provision of device and management solutions for the treatment of structural heart disease.

Working at Abbott

At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and your family, be your true self and live a full life. You’ll also have access to:

• Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.
• 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, and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.
• A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.
• A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

The Opportunity

This position works out of our Plymouth location in the Structural Heart (SH) division.

Main Purpose of Role

As an Operator I, you’ll work under direct supervision, performing routine and repetitive assembly operations and processes.

What You’ll Work On

• Be able to clearly communicate ideas, problems, and solutions to all levels of manufacturing management in both written and oral form
• Positively represents and supports the company’s policies and procedures
• Maintain a positive attitude when interacting with internal customers and external customers, such as with tours
• Follow safety guidelines and utilize appropriate safety devices when performing all operations
• Participate in continuous improvement/quality initiatives in order to enhance production processes to achieve quality and profitability metrics
• Perform routine/preventative maintenance on the applicable equipment.
• Maintain accurate records to ensure traveler and quality documents are accurate, all parts are traceable, and quality issues can be addressed to assure the quality of all products

Required Qualifications

• Ability to read, comprehend, and follow written procedures; understand and follow verbal instructions - Understanding of and 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

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefer 6 months experience working in a medical or other regulated production environment
• Previous medical device, manufacturing or assembly experience is helpful
• High school degree or equivalent preferred  

Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives:  www.abbottbenefits.com

Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.

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In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.