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 107,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Leading an active lifestyle is important to the many people we serve. In Abbotts Heart Failure division, were advancing the treatment of heart and vascular disease through breakthrough medical technologies in electrophysiology and heart failure (EPHF), allowing people to restore their health and get on with their lives.

For years, Abbotts MEDICAL DEVICES businesses have offered technologies that are faster, more effective, and less invasive. Whether its glucose monitoring systems, innovative therapies for treating heart disease, or products that help people with chronic pain or movement disorders, our medical device technologies are designed to help people live their lives better and healthier. Every day, our technologies help more than 10,000 people have healthier hearts, improve quality of life for thousands of people living with chronic pain and movement disorders, and liberate more than 500,000 people with diabetes from routine nger sticks.

We are seeking an experienced, high caliber Industrial Technician to work under limited supervision, maintains manufacturing and support water treatment, compressed air, vacuum, gas equipment service to minimize breakdowns (particularly for manufacturing production). Performs all duties required to test, calibrate, adjust, repair, and maintain mechanical, electromechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment.

Diagnoses, disassembles, cleans, repairs, and replaces defective parts of complex equipment. Installs and maintains a broad range of equipment as well as electrical, gas, air and water systems. Performs maintenance on a preventive or emergency basis as required with a particular focus to maintain all work areas of the facility in a safe condition. May serve as lead and assign work to less experienced employees.

WHAT YOULL DO

* Repairs and maintains a range of manufacturing production equipment that includes, but is not limited to: ovens, presses, microscopes, automated machinery of various types and functions, water purification systems, tanks, pumps, etc.
* Conducts preventive maintenance and related compliance paperwork on all facilities equipment, by cleaning, adjusting, repairing, calibrating and replacing parts.
* Responsible for repairs to buildings including, but not limited to, repairs to walls, ceilings, doors, painting, etc.
* Repairs single and three phase electrical systems, such as air compressors, vacuum pumps, hydraulic pumps and three phase motors including HVAC and plumbing repairs.
* Responsible for the treatment and purity of wastewater neutralization generated by production processes
* Assists in the establishment and execution of a preventive maintenance program. Maintains shop tools and supplies.
* Provides job skill training as necessary.
* Maintains licenses/certifications and remains current on developments in field(s) of expertise.
* Resolves and/or facilitates resolution of problems including identifying causes to prevent re-occurrence. Identifies and resolve maintenance issues; escalate issues when appropriate.
* Handling hazardous chemicals, chemical safety.
* May be required to oversee wastewater neutralization treatment operations for the site.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE YOULL BRING

* High school diploma or equivalent required.
* Two year technical vocational training and/or military experience.
* Minimum 4 years' experience.
* Knowledge of and skill in repairing industrial machines.

Preferred

Experience working in clean rooms or sterile environments with HEPA filters a plus.

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

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: 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 Employer, committed to employee diversity.

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JOB FAMILY:

Facilities & Maintenance

DIVISION:

EPHF Electrophysiology & Heart Failure

LOCATION:

United States > Atlanta : 387 Technology Circle NW Suite 500

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

WORK SHIFT:

Standard

TRAVEL:

Yes, 5 % of the Time

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:

No

SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:

Continuous standing for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day)

Abbott 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.pdf

EEO is the Law link - Espanol: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_Spanish.pdf