Abbott
Healthcare
Operator
Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.
“Operator at Abbott. Skills: Electronic assembly, Mechanical assembly, Quality control. Assemble medical devices. Weld medical devices”
Industry & Context.
Locate and correct problems; Troubleshooting
Requires gowning attire, Low to moderate noise level, Minor exposure to chemicals, Significant standing, Significant sitting, Significant walking, Significant use of hands and arms, Significant finger dexterity, Good eye-hand coordination, Use of voice and hearing, Clear vision, Lift up to 25 pounds, Regularly scheduled overtime
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
High School Diploma / GED, Pass reading comprehension exam, Understand and comply with FDA regulations, Lift up to 25 pounds
Nice to Have
Experience in broader enterprise/cross-division model, Work in highly matrixed environment, Work in geographically diverse environment, Formal training in assembly experience, Experience in bio-instrumentsio-devices facility, Experience in clean room manufacturing
What You'll Do.
Assemble medical devices
Solder medical devices
X-ray medical devices
Locate and correct problems
Perform visual inspection
Examine medical devices after molding
Patch bubbles or voids
Repair bubbles or voids
Bake parts to cure epoxy
Assemble medical devices
Process medical devices
Examine devices and components
Visually inspect parts/assemblies
Repair devices and components
Correct devices and components
Set-up special test equipment
Utilize special test equipment
Kit devices and accessories
Assemble devices and accessories
Package devices and accessories
Review device documentation
Notify supervisor of supply needs
Notify supervisor of production difficulties
Perform other related duties
Support company initiatives
Comply with FDA regulations
Comply with other regulatory requirements
Comply with Company policies
Comply with operating procedures
Comply with processes
Comply with task assignments
Maintain positive communications
Maintain cooperative communications
Collaborate with employees
Collaborate with customers
Collaborate with contractors
Collaborate with vendors
Work with production equipment
Work with small hand tools
Work with test equipment
Work with precision measuring instruments
Use standard office equipment
Use personal computer
Use standard office software
Work in clean-room manufacturing
Stand for significant time
Walk to different workstations
Interact with assembly personnel
Interact with inspection personnel
Interact with engineering personnel
Interact with production personnel
Use hands and arms significantly
Use and operate instruments
Use and operate devices
Use and operate equipment
Read operation sheets/procedures
Read production documents
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Interaction with personnel; Cooperative communications
Communication Scope
Verbal communications; Written communications
Full 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. ## **JOB DESCRIPTION:** **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: * Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of. * Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year. * An excellent retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution. * Tuition reimbursement, the [Freedom 2 Save](https://www.abbott.com/corpnewsroom/strategy-and-strength/tackling-student-debt-for-our-employees.html) student debt program, and [FreeU](https://www.abbott.com/corpnewsroom/strategy-and-strength/college-degree-for-free-its-possible-with-freeu.html) 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 worldwide 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 the best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists. **The Opportunity** This position works out of our **Plano, TX location** in the Neuromodulation Division. Our Neuromodulation business includes implantable devices compatible with mobile technology to help people who suffer from chronic pain and movement disorders. These non-opioid therapies allow us to provide interventional pain therapy to patients throughout the pain continuum. Our Neuromodulation business is an area of expert
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