Job Description

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 \xe2\x80\x93 including Similac\xc2\xae, PediaSure\xc2\xae, Pedialyte\xc2\xae, Ensure\xc2\xae, Glucerna\xc2\xae and ZonePerfect\xc2\xae \xe2\x80\x93 to help get the nutrients they need to live their healthiest life.

Our location in Columbus, OH is Abbott\xe2\x80\x99s oldest nutrition manufacturing plant in the world. Working here, you\xe2\x80\x99ll feel part of a family \xe2\x80\x93 a family of 400 that works together to help nourish the world. We are looking to hire a Powerhouse Boiler Operator Trainee for our Columbus, Ohio (Columbus Plant) location.

The person hired will be dedicated to learning the fundamentals of energy center operation and maintenance. The Trainee will be allocating appropriate time to classroom training for industrial maintenance and/or boiler operation, as well as on the job training working at the Columbus Plant Energy Center (Powerhouse) with other licensed boiler operators. The Trainee will be dedicated to learning the fundamentals of energy center operation and maintenance. The Trainee will allocate appropriate time to classroom training for industrial maintenance and/or boiler operation, as well as on the job training, working at the Powerhouse, with other Licensed boiler operators.

WHAT YOU\xe2\x80\x99LL DO

• Achieve fundamental understanding of Energy Center processes, including operation, maintenance, and safety
• Achieve classroom learning to provide theoretical aptitude for Energy Center processes
• Achieve boiler operating hours and training to take the Ohio Steam Engineers Exam to become a 3rd class Stationary Engineer
• Operate all equipment in a safe and efficient manner, reporting accidents/incidents and adhering to all corporate/division/plant policies, procedures, and guidelines. Follow all LOTO procedures and other safety and quality procedures within the maintenance department.

• Operate and maintain all Energy Center systems and machines
• Maintain various hand tools and equipment, drills, winches, micrometers, calipers, torches, welders, lathe, mill, multimeter, etc.
• Ensure compliance with applicable FDA (GMP), USDA, OSHA and Abbott regulations, policies, procedures, and guidelines
• Responsible for learning all aspects of the Energy Center (Powerhouse) processes including:
• Boiler and Steam System
• Chilled Water System
• Frigid Water System
• Compressed Air System
• Carbon Filtration System
• Reverse Osmosis / Ingredient Water
• Wastewater PH Neutralization System
• Responsible for supporting these systems via:
• Monitoring and responding to Process Deviations
• Preventative and Demand Maintenance Execution
• Lock Out Tag Out and Safety Compliance
• Sanitization and organization
• Compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
• Capital Project Support and Execution
• Development and adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
• Work within our Maximo CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) to write and execute WOs, check out spare parts, review WOs and document completed work with accurate labor hours associated
• Other work-related duties as assigned

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE, YOU\xe2\x80\x99LL BRING

Required:

• High School Diploma or GED and a two-year technical degree or equivalent experience
• Excellent skills in mathematics, written/verbal communication, self-motivation, interpersonal professional interactions, analytical troubleshooting, and ability to multitask
• Possess knowledge and skills with complex processes or demonstrate the ability to learn highly technical complex processes

Preferred:

• Knowledge of applicable regulatory standards and requirements for infant formula and nutritional ingredients
• Previous experiences with FDA, cGMP or experience working within a highly regulated industry
• Prior job experience within a manufacturing plant environment
• Experience with self-directing teams, lean manufacturing concepts and statistical process management
• Trainee should demonstrate desire to learn and grow, seek out training opportunities and actively work to improve their skills

WHAT WE OFFER

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

• A fast-paced work environment where your safety is our priority
• 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 \xe2\x80\xa2 Paid time off
• 401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match
• The stability of a company with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities

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

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 Employer, committed to employee diversity.

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The base pay for this position is $20.53 \xe2\x80\x93 $41.07 per hour. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

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