Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

Nourish the world and your career as part of the Nutrition team at Abbott.

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®, Glucerna® and ZonePerfect® – to help get the nutrients they need to live their healthiest life.

Fairfield, Calif., is one of Abbott’s priority manufacturing plants making high-quality nutrition products for millions of people around the world. Working here, you’ll feel part of a family working together to make an impact and serve millions of people around the world.

WHAT WE OFFER

At Abbott, you can have a good job that can grow into a great career. We offer:

• 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
• Free medical coverage for employees* via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO
• Vacation – 3 weeks of accrued vacation (1st yr is prorated) + vacation buy program + 3 personal days + 10 paid holidays
• Company Paid Pension Plan
• 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.
• 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.
• A stable company with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities.

Our location in Fairfield, CA currently has an opportunity for a Manufacturing Operator-Wrapper Operator, is one of six Abbott nutrition manufacturing plants in the U.S., and the only manufacturing plant that makes its Zone Perfect and Glucerna nutrition bars. Working here, you’ll feel part of a family – a family of 200 that works together to help nourish the world.

PAY & SHIFT:

• The hourly pay for this position is $26.00/hour USD.

• SCHEDULE: 3rd shift 9:30pm- 6:00am PST.

What You'll Do

• The Wrapper Operator operates and cleans all production related equipment in the area of responsibility.
• The operator starts up and shutdowns all equipment according to established procedures or specifications and perform minor to major clearing of jams and downtime issues on the line.
• The operator reports any abnormal equipment function or product problems to the Supervisor.
• The operator is responsible for the safe operations of all equipment and promptly reports all incidents, injuries or safety hazards.
• The operator is responsible for maintaining a clean and safe work area by utilizing all 5S cleaning and tools necessary to keep the area clean and clear of debris, yet neat and organized.
• The operator may be required to perform job tasks at different work times, on different work schedules and also in other departments dependent upon business needs.
• The operator will be required to work overtime as needed, and to provide line coverage during vacations, roving holidays and sick time to support their natural work team.
• The operator maintains accurate and legible records such as Production Counts, Material Usage/Losses and properly document information on Batch Work orders as per the company procedures.
• The operator is responsible for adhering to the product isolation procedures, along with sampling and proper identification of product status.
• The operator maintains an adequate supply of materials to the equipment in operation, and also monitor supply usage and correct releases.
• The operator troubleshoots and make the necessary adjustments as required to maintain quality performance.
• The operator ensures that both products and materials are of proper identification, correct codes and expiration dates.
• In addition, products and materials should also have acceptable visual and physical appearance.
• This position is accountable for all rules and regulations applicable to the manufacture of both pediatric and nutritional products.

• You’ll be accountable for meeting our compliance standards including FDA, OSHA and Abbott policies and procedures.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE YOU’LL BRING

Required

• High school diploma/GED is required.
• This position requires the ability to communicate pertinent line information to both production and support group personnel.
• A high level of attention to detail is required.

Preferred

• Knowledge of applicable regulatory standards and requirements for food manufacturing
• Background experience. Prior experience in food manufacturing operations preferable but may be waived pending educational and/or other regulated manufacturing field

Learn more about our benefits that add real value to your life to help you live fully: www.abbottbenefits.com

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 and Military/Veteran friendly Employer, committed to employee diversity.

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EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE YOU’LL BRING: High school diploma/GED is required. This position requires the ability to communicate pertinent line information to both production and support group personnel. A high level of attention to detail is required.

The salary for this role is between $16 – $33