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.

Abbott’s Nutrition Division 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®, Glucerna® and ZonePerfect® – to help get the nutrients they need to live their healthiest life.

Altavista, Va., is Abbott’s largest nutrition manufacturing plant in the world. But working here, you’ll feel part of a family – a family of 670+ that works together to help nourish the world.

WORKING AT ABBOTT

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

• 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, Medical Benefits start day 1
• Vacation – 3 weeks accrued vacation (1st yr is prorated) + vacation buy program + 3 personal days + 10 paid holidays
• Company Paid Pension Plan
• 401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match of 5%
• 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 company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.
• 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

The Opportunity

This Energy Center Operator Trainee position works out of our Altavista, VA location in the Abbott Nutrition Division.

What You’ll Work On

• 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
• 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

Required Qualifications

• 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 Qualifications

• 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

• 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 Employer, committed to employee diversity and a Military/Veteran Friendly employer.

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