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.
Working at Abbott
At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and 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.
Free medical coverage for employees* via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO
An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution
Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save (https://www.abbott.com/corpnewsroom/strategy-and-strength/tackling-student-debt-for-our-employees.html) student debt program and FreeU (https://www.abbott.com/corpnewsroom/strategy-and-strength/college-degree-for-free-its-possible-with-freeu.html) 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 Westfield, Indiana location in the SH division.
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.
As the Engineering Technician II, you'll have the chance to be responsible for performing functions associated with all manufacturing operations, including working with engineers in set-up, process troubleshooting and calibration tasks, as well as performing rework and quality testing related to the production of parts, components, subassemblies, and final assemblies. Provides technical support related to equipment and processes utilized in the manufacturing areas by repairing, maintaining or modifying production equipment utilizing technical expertise, technical manuals, schematic drawing, precision tools, test equipment and manufacturing procedures. Determines and assist in developing methods and procedures to control or modify the manufacturing process. Works with engineers conducting experiments, continuous improvement projects and validations.
What You’ll Work On
Identifies and implements corrective actions for manufacturing related issues using standard methodology.
Performs equipment setup and corrective, preventive and calibration maintenance as necessary
Responds to assembly line issue calls, by diagnosing equipment problems, process issues and performing the necessary repairs or modifications and documents the corrective actions taken
Documents and reviews equipment qualifications and upgrades made to existing machines, including preventive maintenance performed and parts used, to ensure appropriate documentation of repair history in the maintenance database
Installs and validates equipment and processes in the production area to improve yield and /or reduce cycle time following the established validation procedure
Evaluates operating data using statistical tools to conduct on-line adjustments to process, products, material, instruments, or equipment
Develops or revises documents and procedures
Certifies manufacturing associates in the production processes
Provides equipment development engineers with feedback on equipment issues and offers suggestions for improving equipment uptime including modifying existing assembly lines or workstations as required to accommodate manufacturing demands
Evaluates process changes to ensure the maintenance of the validated state of the equipment, process and product.
Ensures escalation process is followed and complete in a timely manner for scrap/availability issues
Applies broad knowledge of general technical concepts and practices and a general understanding of product or systems fundamentals.
Utilizes increased knowledge of numerical and statistical data and Computer software programs to resolve non-routine/moderately complex problems
Performs this job in a quality system environment, as failure to adequately perform tasks can result in noncompliance with governmental regulations.
Performs non-routine to moderately complex technical assignments using standard methods and sequences.
Performs set-up, testing, repair, inspection and/or maintenance of all are-specific equipment, materials, systems, and /or product.
Makes process and equipment adjustments, modifications, and replacements as directed.
Assignments require broad judgment in troubleshooting proven processes as well as the ability to suggest alternatives
Identifies and implements corrective actions for manufacturing related issues using standard methodology.
Performs equipment setup and corrective, preventive and calibration maintenance as necessary
Responds to assembly line issue calls, by diagnosing equipment problems, process issues and performing the necessary repairs or modifications and documents the corrective actions taken
Documents and reviews equipment qualifications and upgrades made to existing machines, including preventive maintenance performed and parts used, to ensure appropriate documentation of repair history in the maintenance database
Installs and validates equipment and processes in the production area to improve yield and /or reduce cycle time following the established validation procedure
Evaluates operating data using statistical tools to conduct on-line adjustments to process, products, material, instruments, or equipment
Develops or revises documents and procedures
Certifies manufacturing associates in the production processes
Provides equipment development engineers with feedback on equipment issues and offers suggestions for improving equipment uptime including modifying existing assembly lines or workstations as required to accommodate manufacturing demands
Evaluates process changes to ensure the maintenance of the validated state of the equipment, process and product.
Ensures escalation process is followed and complete in a timely manner for scrap/availability issues
Applies broad knowledge of general technical concepts and practices and a general understanding of product or systems fundamentals.
Utilizes increased knowledge of numerical and statistical data and Computer software programs to resolve non-routine/moderately complex problems
Performs this job in a quality system environment, as failure to adequately perform tasks can result in noncompliance with governmental regulations.
Performs non-routine to moderately complex technical assignments using standard methods and sequences.
Performs set-up, testing, repair, inspection and/or maintenance of all are-specific equipment, materials, systems, and /or product.
Makes process and equipment adjustments, modifications, and replacements as directed.
Assignments require broad judgment in troubleshooting proven processes as well as the ability to suggest alternatives.
Pay and Shift
The salary range for this position is $25.00/hour based on experience.
This position is for first shift Monday-Friday 6:00am-2:30pm with potential overtime.
Required Qualifications
H.S. diploma or equivalent plus 5+ years of related work experience or equivalent combination.
Applies solid knowledge of business concepts, procedures and practices, and a complete understanding fundamental in a functional area, and working knowledge of other related disciplines.
Will perform this job in a quality system environment.
Preferred Qualifications
Two-year degree or some college credits preferred.Apply Now (https://www.jobs.abbott/us/en)
Participants who complete a short wellness assessment qualify for FREE coverage in our HIP PPO medical plan. Free coverage applies in the next calendar year.Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: www.abbottbenefits.com (http://www.abbottbenefits.com/pages/candidate.aspx)
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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The base pay for this position is $16.55 – $33.15 per hour. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Abbot welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce.
We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.
To request accommodation, please call 224-667-4913 or email [email protected]