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Abbott

Makes heart devices, glucose sensors and lab tests

Maintenance Technician 4

Equipment Maintenance +1Confirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeMadison, WI, USA$26.50 - $53 /hr

About the Job

Requirements

  • An associate degree in electrical or mechanical maintenance or a related field, or a high school diploma or general education diploma and two years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
  • At least six years of experience working in building maintenance, construction, or mechanical repair.
  • At least six years of experience operating hand tools, small power tools, multimeters, and various test equipment.
  • Basic computer skills, including internet navigation, email, word processing, databases, and spreadsheets.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
  • A valid driver's license with no suspensions, revocations, surrenders, or other invalid status.
  • No more than two moving violations, events, or accidents in the last 36 months.
  • No alcohol or drug event involving driving in the last 36 months, including a blood alcohol content failure, refusal to submit to testing, or alcohol-related suspension.
  • No other motor vehicle report results that Abbott considers an unacceptable liability level.
  • Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
  • Ability to perform the essential duties with or without accommodation.
  • Ability to work designated overnight and weekend shifts, overtime as needed, and on-call emergency service.
  • Ability to lift up to 40 pounds for approximately 10% and up to 75 pounds for approximately 5% of a typical working day.
  • Ability to work seated for approximately 25% and standing for approximately 75% of a typical working day; use a mobile device, tablet, or computer and type for approximately 10% of a typical working day.
  • Ability to grasp with both hands, pinch with thumb and forefinger, turn with the hand or arm, reach above shoulder height, use hand and power tools, climb ladders, and enter tight spaces requiring awkward postures.
  • Ability to work on a computer and phone simultaneously and use a telephone through a headset.
  • Ability to comply with applicable personal protective equipment requirements and work safely with hazardous or flammable materials.
  • Ability to travel between local Abbott locations and travel away from the work location up to 5% of working time, including possible overnight or weekend travel.
  • College coursework or certification in a maintenance-related field is preferred.
  • At least seven years of experience in equipment maintenance or a related field is preferred.
  • At least seven years of experience working with laboratory equipment in a laboratory environment is preferred.
  • At least seven years of experience with automated packaging and process systems and components, including Allen-Bradley PLC programming, is preferred.
  • At least seven years of experience in a regulated environment, such as ISO 13485, FDA GMP, or USDA, is preferred.
  • At least seven years of experience using a computerized maintenance management and building control system is preferred.
  • EPA Type 2 and 3 refrigeration systems certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair facility-related mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, refrigeration, and control systems and equipment at office, research and development, and GMP manufacturing locations.
  • Support automated fill, cap, labeling, conveying, and product-finishing equipment, including setup, changeover, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
  • Communicate facility and safety issues arising from daily operations to Facilities Management and coordinate with internal customers, the property owner, and outside vendors.
  • Manage spare parts for facility utilities and supplies to minimize equipment downtime.
  • Oversee facility and utility systems, including electrical distribution, plumbing, heating, ventilation and air conditioning, compressed air, fire and life safety, and emergency power.
  • Enter, prioritize, and complete work orders in the computerized maintenance management system, and conduct a first-level review of completed work orders for the assigned site.
  • Execute building and facility projects, including installation of new systems and commissioning of building systems.
  • Perform preventive and demand maintenance tasks with appropriate documentation and closure.
  • Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly building inspections, document findings, and take appropriate follow-up action under applicable procedures.
  • Respond to electrical-power losses, other utility outages, weather-related events, and critical alarms, following proper procedures and assisting with restoration efforts.
  • Follow standard operating procedures and environmental, health, and safety requirements.
  • Recommend equipment and facility-infrastructure changes to improve safety, performance, and reliability.
  • Maintain compliance with applicable regulatory standards, including GMP, OSHA, FDA, and USDA requirements.
  • Participate in and perform duties for the on-call emergency-service program.
  • Provide technical support for building infrastructure, systems, and controls to maintain efficient and reliable operations, including accurate and contemporaneous GMP documentation.
  • Oversee documentation completed by Maintenance Assistants and Technicians.
  • Provide technical support for automated infrastructure equipment as required.
  • Work with manufacturing and product-finishing groups to perform periodic maintenance on automated fill, cap, and labeling equipment and keep it operable.
  • Personally monitor, repair, and maintain electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems and equipment.
  • Ensure contractors comply with environmental, health, and safety policies.
  • Implement and improve preventive maintenance procedures.
  • Teach new technologies, systems, and equipment to Maintenance Technicians and Assistants.
  • Support and comply with the company Quality Management System policies and procedures.
  • Maintain regular and reliable attendance and uphold company mission and values through accountability, innovation, integrity, quality, and teamwork.
  • Model inclusive behaviors.

Desired Qualifications

  • College coursework or certification in a maintenance-related field.
  • At least seven years of experience in equipment maintenance or a related field.
  • At least seven years of experience working with laboratory equipment in a laboratory environment.
  • At least seven years of experience with automated packaging and process systems and components, including Allen-Bradley PLC programming.
  • At least seven years of experience in a regulated environment, such as ISO 13485, FDA GMP, or USDA.
  • At least seven years of experience using a computerized maintenance management and building control system.
  • EPA Type 2 and 3 refrigeration systems certification.

About the Company

Abbott

Makes heart devices, glucose sensors and lab tests

Abbott makes medical devices, diagnostic tests, nutrition products and branded generic drugs for hospitals, laboratories, pharmacies and patients. Its best-known product is the FreeStyle Libre, a coin-sized sensor worn on the upper arm that tracks blood sugar around the clock without routine finger pricks. Its other lines run from heart valves, pacemakers and brain stimulators to lab analyzers, rapid tests and mail-in colon cancer screening kits, and Abbott earns money by selling these products to health systems, labs, retailers and consumers. The company was founded in 1888 by Chicago physician Wallace Abbott and is based in Abbott Park, Illinois.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Abbott Park, IL
Founded
1888

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