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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.

About Abbott

Abbott is a global healthcare leader, creating breakthrough science to improve people’s health. We’re always looking towards the future, anticipating changes in medical science and technology.

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

+ **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 a history of being actively involved in local communities

THE OPPORTUNITY

Abbott Rapid Diagnostics is part of Abbott’s Diagnostics family of businesses, bringing together exceptional teams of experts and industry leading technologies to support diagnostic testing which provides important information for treatment and management of diseases and other conditions.

The position of **Assembler I** is within our CMI business unit located in California. Under general supervision, the scope of this position is responsible for setting up and performing adjustments to equipment used in support of manufacturing. Ability to diagnose and perform routine technical troubleshooting is required.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

+ May be tasked with completing set-up operations for one of the following: assembly, packaging and prep operations in compliance with approved documentation, and QSR. This will include but not limited to line clearance, equipment preventative maintenance and housekeeping

+ Performs routine tasks working from detailed written or verbal instructions.

+ Assembles, repairs, inspect and/or test products following written instructions.

+ Assist the Engineering and Maintenance teams with trouble shooting, maintenance, and repair of equipment

+ May be tasked with the completion and accuracy of documentation associated with the manufactured product and equipment maintenance

+ May be tasked with cleaning, performing and documenting routine equipment maintenance and minor repair

+ Disposes hazardous waste material on corresponding hazardous waste areas.

+ Required to support continuous improvements activities, (e.g. 5S and OEE, etc.)

+ Support new equipment installation and validation

+ May be required to assist with problem-solving related to product quality

+ Ability to read and comprehend basic instructions and other work related documents.

+ Demonstrate strong customer service skills while maintaining product Quality

+ Participate in root cause analysis and implement corrective actions under the guidance of Supervisor or Manager

+ Collaborates with Engineers, Maintenance Technicians, QC Technicians and Management to identify and help implement process improvements

+ Works on assignments that are semi-routine in nature where judgment is required in resolving problems and making routine recommendations

+ Understands and is aware of the quality consequences which may occur from the improper performance of their specific job; has awareness of device defects that may occur in their area of responsibility, including product design, verification and validation, manufacturing and testing activities

+ Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal/external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the company’s policies and practices; build productive internal/external working relationships

+ Carries out duties in compliance with established business policies

+ Other duties as assigned, according to the changing needs of the business

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS | EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

+ high school diploma or GED

+ 0-3 years related experience

+ Basic communication and written skills

+ Assignments require limited judgement in troubleshooting proven processes.

+ Will perform job in a quality system environment

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

+ 3 years’ experience preferable in medical device manufacturing

+ MS Office Suite experience

+ Knowledge of regulations (FDA, ISO, OSHA, etc.)

+ Basic understanding of manufacturing systems (documentation, compliance, inventory control, production scheduling/ controls, etc.)

An equal opportunity employer, Abbott welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce.

We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. To request an accommodation, please contact your local HR department.

The base pay for this position is $14.55 – $29.15 per hour. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Abbot welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce.

We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.

To request accommodation, please call 224-667-4913 or email [email protected]