Senior Operator

This position is based in Minnetonka within the Electrophysiology (EP) division, where Abbott advances treatment of heart disease through breakthrough medical technologies for atrial fibrillation.

About the role

Under general supervision, supports the assigned area Production Supervisor in ensuring continuous flow of high-quality production through assigned work-cells in accordance with manufacturing obligations. Acts as the lead person in self-directed cells or teams. Assists in maintaining high levels of productivity and product quality, and helps coordinate efforts toward continuous improvement.

Schedule

Shift 3: 3:30 pm to 2:00 am, Monday through Thursday, with potential overtime.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate production activity in assigned work areas, ensuring product is continuously processed per build schedules.
• Communicate work instructions to personnel in designated areas in accordance with supervisory objectives.
• Perform direct manufacturing operations in support of build schedules, as directed or necessary.
• Conduct regular process and quality performance audits of personnel, tooling, and equipment in assigned areas.
• Advise supervisor or appropriate contact of issues affecting cell productivity.
• Accumulate information on work-in-process inventory status and daily output quantities.
• Provide direct training to area operators as required; give feedback on defects and re-training support.
• Accumulate and organize data to support area continuous improvement plans.
• Assist in expediting priority product and tasks in assigned areas.
• Perform inspection and determine disposition of rejects per required documentation.
• Resolve or facilitate resolution of problems, including identifying root causes to prevent recurrence.
• Support all Company initiatives identified by management and in support of Quality Management Systems (QMS), Environmental Management Systems (EMS), and other regulatory requirements.
• Comply with FDA regulations, other regulatory requirements, Company policies, operating procedures, processes, and task assignments.
• Maintain positive, cooperative communications and collaboration with all levels of employees, customers, contractors, and vendors.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum 4 years related experience in assembly of digital and analog circuitry/devices, including demonstrated ability to provide work/lead direction to a team.
• Comprehensive product assembly techniques, related process knowledge, and mastery of appropriate skill sets as confirmed by Engineering and/or Production/Quality Assurance supervisory personnel.
• Prior experience working in an air-conditioned clean-room manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated ability to read and understand engineering drawings, schematics, diagrams, notes, and layouts.
• Demonstrated ability to use frequently used hand tools; eye-hand coordination and capability to work with small precision devices.
• Experience working in a broader enterprise/cross-division business unit model preferred.
• Ability to work in a highly matrixed and geographically diverse business environment.
• Ability to work within a team and as an individual contributor in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• Ability to leverage and/or engage others to accomplish projects.
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication, interpersonal, organizational, and basic math skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels in the organization.
• Multitask, prioritize, and meet deadlines in a timely manner.
• Strong organizational and follow-up skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain regular and predictable attendance.
• Occasional scheduled overtime is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years medical device or related assembly experience.

Benefits

• Career development with an international company.
• Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.
• Excellent retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution.
• Tuition reimbursement, Freedom 2 Save student debt program, and FreeU education benefit for an affordable path to a bachelor's degree.
• Company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries and named one of the world's most admired companies by Fortune.
• Recognized as one of the best big companies to work for, and a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

Pay

The base pay for this position is $16.45 – $32.95 per hour. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.