Abbott

Makes heart devices, glucose sensors and lab tests

Operator 2

Product AssemblyConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeScottsdale, AZ, USA$14.85 - $29.65 /hr

About the Job

Requirements

A high school diploma or GED is required.
At least one year of experience in the biomedical field or in an air-conditioned clean-room manufacturing environment with stringent environmental controls is required.
Demonstrated manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination are required.
Relevant training or experience in assembling digital or analog circuitry, devices, components, or equivalent is required.
Demonstrated use of standard hand tools for assembling bio-instruments or bio-devices is required.
Ability to work cooperatively and productively with others is required.
Ability to multitask and rotate through all jobs performed in the assigned work group as needed is required.
Ability to meet deadlines on multiple projects is required.
Demonstrated spelling, punctuation, grammar, basic math and numerical, and organizational skills are required.
Familiarity with standard manufacturing and office equipment and procedures is required.
Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English, including clear and understandable speech and demonstrated comprehension, is required.
Ability to pass a reading-comprehension pre-employment examination is required.
Ability to understand and comply with applicable Food and Drug Administration regulations and company operating procedures, processes, policies, and rules is required.
Ability to maintain regular and predictable attendance is required.
Ability to work overtime, including regularly scheduled overtime, is required.
Ability to lift up to approximately 25 pounds on occasion is required.
Strong verbal and written communication skills for communicating at multiple organizational levels are required.
Strong organizational and follow-up skills and attention to detail are required.

Responsibilities

Perform electronic assembly functions, including assembling, welding, soldering, and x-raying medical devices and related parts with microscopes and applicable tools; locate and correct problems by examining x-rays and visually inspecting parts; and repair and test units using computerized test equipment.
Perform casting and coating functions by examining medical devices and assemblies after molding to locate bubbles, nicks, or excess epoxy; using small drills, reamers, taps, and knives to access bubbles and remove excess epoxy; patching and repairing bubbles or voids with syringes and small tools; and baking parts to cure epoxy patches.
Perform mechanical assembly functions, including kitting, assembling, bonding, coating, and processing medical devices and related parts with microscopes and applicable tools; locating and correcting problems through examination and visual inspection; and repairing and correcting devices and related components.
Perform packaging functions by kitting, assembling, and packaging devices and accessories with applicable tools; locating and correcting problems with a microscope and applicable tools; and reviewing device documentation for completeness and accuracy.
Set up or use special test equipment as needed.
Assist in expediting priority products and tasks in assigned areas as needed.
Notify a supervisor when supplies or materials need replenishment and report production difficulties that cannot be readily corrected.
Perform other related duties as directed or assigned.
Support company initiatives and the requirements of Quality Management Systems, Environmental Management Systems, and other regulatory requirements.
Comply with U.S. Food and Drug Administration regulations, other regulatory requirements, company policies, operating procedures, processes, and task assignments.
Maintain positive and cooperative communication and collaboration with employees, customers, contractors, and vendors at all levels.
Work with production equipment, small hand tools, test equipment, precision measuring instruments, and standard office equipment, including telephones, fax/copiers, and personal computers with standard office software.
Work in a production or air-conditioned clean-room manufacturing environment and wear gowning attire to maintain a particle-free environment.
Read blueprints, specifications, operation sheets, procedures, and related production documents.

Desired Qualifications

Experience working in a broader enterprise or cross-division business-unit model is preferred.
Ability to work in a highly matrixed and geographically diverse business environment is preferred.
Ability to work within a team and as an individual contributor in a fast-paced, changing environment is preferred.
Ability to leverage or engage others to accomplish projects is preferred.

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 122,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

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 .
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 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.

Main Purpose of the Role

Working under general supervision in accordance with specific procedures and practices, may perform a combination of assembly, weld, x-ray, repair, and test operations on pacemakers, implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICDs), leads, electronic systems, and related medical device assemblies. Performs routine assignments with detailed instructions. Follows general instructions for routine work and more detailed instructions for new or special activities. Performs assignments of moderate complexity; usually refers more complex problems to immediate supervisor, lead or more senior level personnel from within the assigned department.

Main Responsibilities

Performs Electronic Assembly functions: Assembles, welds, solders and x-rays medical devices and related parts using microscopes and applicable tools;
Locates and corrects problems by examining x-rays and performing visual inspection of parts; Repairs and tests units using computerized test equipment.
Performs Casting/Coating functions: Examines medical devices and related assemblies after molding operations to locate bubbles, nicks and/or excess epoxy; Utilizes small drills, reamers, taps and knives to access bubbles and remove excess epoxy; Patches and repairs bubbles or voids using syringes and small tools; bakes parts to cure epoxy patches.
Performs Mechanical Assembly functions: Kits, assembles, bonds coats and processes medical devices and related parts using microscopes and applicable tools; Locates and corrects problems by examining devices and components and visually inspecting parts/assemblies; Repairs and corrects devices and related components using microscopes and applicable tools.
Performs Packaging Functions: Kits, assembles and packages devices and related accessories using applicable tools; Locates and corrects problems using microscope and applicable tools; Reviews all device documentation for completeness and accuracy.
May set-up/utilize special test equipment.
May provide assistance in expediting priority product and tasks in assigned areas.
Notifies supervisor of the need to replenish supplies/materials and of any production difficulties that cannot be readily corrected.
Performs other related duties as directed or assigned Performs other related duties as directed or assigned.
Support all Company initiatives as identified by management and in support of Quality Management Systems (QMS), Environmental Management Systems (EMS), and other regulatory requirements.
Complies with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, other regulatory requirements, Company policies, operating procedures, processes, and task assignments. Maintains positive and cooperative communications and collaboration with all levels of employees, customers, contractors, and vendors.
Works with a variety of production equipment, small hand tools, test equipment, and precision measuring instruments. Also uses standard office equipment such as telephone, fax/copier, and a personal computer with standard office software.
Works in a production or air-conditioned clean-room manufacturing environment; requires gowning attire to maintain a particle free environment. Low to moderate noise level. Minor exposure to chemicals. May work at a desk or workstation.
Activities require a significant amount of time standing and/or sitting at a workstation, walking to and from different workstations, and in interaction with other assembly, inspection, engineering and production personnel. Significant use of hands and arms plus finger dexterity to lift, hold, insert, reach, point and otherwise use and operate instruments, devices and equipment, plus good eye-hand coordination. Use of voice and hearing are important in discussions with other co-workers. Requires clear vision (correctable) in reading instruments and devices, plus reading of blueprints, specifications, operation sheets/procedures, and related production documents. May on occasion lift up to approximately 25 pounds.

Qualifications

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Experience/Background

Experience must include at least one year in the bio-medical field or experience working in an air-conditioned clean room manufacturing environment requiring stringent environmental controls. Demonstrated manual dexterity and hand/eye coordination.
Relevant training/experience in the assembly of digital/analog circuitry, devices, components or equivalent.
Demonstrated use of standard hand tools used in the assembly of bio-instruments/bio-devices. Incumbents are required to work cooperatively and productively with others.
Must be able to multi-task and rotate through all jobs performed in the assigned work group as needed. Incumbents must also be able to meet deadlines on multiple projects.
Incumbents are required to have demonstrated spelling, punctuation, grammar, basic math/numerical, organizational skills, and a familiarity with standard manufacturing/office equipment and procedures. The ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English is also required; this requirement includes clear, understandable speech and demonstrated comprehension skills. The ability to successfully pass a reading comprehension pre-employment examination is mandatory.
The demonstrated ability to understand and comply with applicable Food & Drug Administration (FDA) regulations and Company operating procedures, processes, policies and rules is essential. Must be able to maintain regular and predictable attendance; the ability work overtime is also required.
Must have the ability to on occasion lift up to approximately 25 pounds.
Experience working in a broader enterprise/cross-division business unit model preferred. Ability to work in a highly matrixed and geographically diverse business environment. Ability to work within a team and as an individual contributor in a fast-paced, changing environment. Ability to leverage and/or engage others to accomplish projects.
Strong verbal and written communications with ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels in the organization. Strong organizational and follow-up skills, as well as attention to detail. Ability to maintain regular and predictable attendance. Regularly scheduled overtime is a requirement of this position.

The base pay for this position is

$14.85 – $29.65/hour

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

JOB FAMILY:

Manufacturing

DIVISION:

CRM Cardiac Rhythm Management

LOCATION:

United States > Scottsdale : 8300 E. Pacesetter Way

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

WORK SHIFT:

Standard

TRAVEL:

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:

Not Applicable

SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:

Awkward/forceful/repetitive (arms above shoulder, bent wrists), Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Continuous standing for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Work in a clean room environmentAbbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.EEO is the Law link - English: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_English.pdfEEO is the Law link - Espanol: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_Spanish.pdf

Abbott

Operator 2

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About the Company

Abbott

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