Manufacturing Machine Operator, Packaging (2nd shift) - Sturgis, MI Plant
Sturgis, MI, United States
- $15.80 p/hour
- Manufacturing
- Full-time
- manufacturing machine operator
- packaging operator
- secondary packaging
This entry-level position involves operating and maintaining packaging machinery in a manufacturing environment, focusing on secondary packaging tasks such as depalletizing, labeling, packing, and quality inspections. The role requires adherence to FDA, OSHA, and company compliance standards while performing preventive maintenance and housekeeping duties. The position is located at Abbott’s Sturgis, MI plant within the Nutrition division, producing science-based nutrition products for all ages.
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 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.
Job Title
Manufacturing Machine Operator, Packaging (2nd shift)
Working at Abbott
At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and your family, be your true self, and live a full life. You’ll also have access to:
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 plan
Health care and well-being programs including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programs, Medical Benefits start day 1
Vacation – 120 hours of accrued vacation (1st yr is prorated) + vacation buy program + 3 personal days + 10 paid holidays
Retiree Healthcare program
Robust 401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match
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.
A stable company with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities
A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as the best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.
The Opportunity
This position works out of our Sturgis, MI location in the Abbott Nutrition division. 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 – including Similac®, PediaSure®, Pedialyte®, Ensure®, and Glucerna® – to help them get the nutrients they need to live their healthiest lives.
For over 70 years, Abbott’s Sturgis, Mich., has been impacting its community while producing products that provide essential nutrition to millions of families around the world. Working here, you’ll feel part of a family that is dedicated to making a difference and helping others.
What You’ll Work On
The Manufacturing Machine Operator in Powder Packaging is an entry level position concentrated on the secondary packaging process. Some of the daily tasks include:
Operate various packaging equipment, which may include depalletizers, labelers, and packers.
Tracking the use of commodities such as ends, labels, overcaps, and cases.
Conduct routine quality inspections of product in production.
Ensure proper batch workorder documentation is completed.
Complete housekeeping tasks by following applicable sanitation procedures.
Execute scheduled production line cleaning activities.
Perform preventative maintenance tasks.
Forklift operations
Solid problem-solving skills and a high attention to detail
You’ll be accountable for meeting our compliance standards including FDA, OSHA, SQF, along with any other applicable compliance standards as well as following all applicable Abbott policies and procedures
You’ll be accountable for meeting our compliance standards including FDA, OSHA and Abbott policies and procedures.
Required Qualifications
High school diploma or GED
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Pre-Employment Inquiries and Citizenship | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (eeoc.gov)
* 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
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 and Military/Veteran friendly Employer, committed to employee diversity.
Connect with us at www.abbott.com, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott, and on Twitter @AbbottNews.
The base pay for this position is $15.80 – $31.60 per hour. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
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