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Assembler I

Abbott Laboratories

Irving, TXOnsitePosted 1 day ago$14.85 - $29.65/hour
Full TimeEntry LevelManufacturing & CMCMedical Device
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Summary

With moderate supervisory direction, this position constructs simple and moderate assemblies and sub-assemblies within a production environment following a lean manufacturing process to achieve a daily build goal utilizing tools and troubleshooting methods to accomplish work. Strict adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), cGMPs and Quality Standards are mandatory.

Job description

The Opportunity

With moderate supervisory direction, this position constructs simple and moderate assemblies and sub-assemblies within a production environment following a lean manufacturing process to achieve a daily build goal utilizing tools and troubleshooting methods to accomplish work. Strict adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), cGMPs and Quality Standards are mandatory.

What You'll Work On

  • Reads, understands and interprets Visual Manufacturing Instructions (VMI), follows production drawings and sample assemblies, or receives verbal instructions regarding duties to be performed.
  • Responsible for packing finished products, kits, subassemblies and quality inspections. Maintains material control of critical parts and time sensitive material.
  • Utilizes calibrated and non-calibrated hand tools and equipment to perform assembly builds. Uses manufacturing aids, fixtures and cranes. Accountable for labeling activities and workstation organization.
  • Complete documentation for Device History Records per Good Documentation Practices (GDP) and department SOP's.
  • Participate in continuous improvement initiatives which include working with production teams to improve quality, reduce cost and increase throughput.
  • Communicates any process problems with peers, leads, supervisors and/or engineers.
  • Participate in on-the-job training for manufacturing processes, corporate policies, safety procedures, GMP, ISO Standards as defined by supervisor.
  • Adheres to all environmental, health and safety SOP's, equipment, policies and procedures, including any department specific requirements.
  • Work may be conducted within a controlled environment where ESD controls exist.

Required Qualifications

  • High School diploma or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

  • Electronic assembly experience preferred
  • Must have good hand-eye skills and mechanical aptitude
  • Ability to work with close supervision when in training and then with moderate supervision once competent
  • Basic computer skill knowledge
  • Working knowledge of GMP and ISO Standards preferred
  • Ability to interpret and understand production documents and drawings to complete tasks
  • Ability to frequently sit, stand, walk, reach within hands and arm's length, stoop, kneel, and crouch
  • Must be able to sit and/or stand for long periods of time
  • Ability to handle and lift up to 25lbs as needed for specific job functions

Requirements

  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • Electronic assembly experience preferred
  • Good hand-eye skills and mechanical aptitude
  • Ability to work with close supervision when in training and then with moderate supervision once competent
  • Basic computer skill knowledge
  • Working knowledge of GMP and ISO Standards preferred
  • Ability to interpret and understand production documents and drawings to complete tasks
  • Ability to frequently sit, stand, walk, reach within hands and arm's length, stoop, kneel, and crouch
  • Must be able to sit and/or stand for long periods of time
  • Ability to handle and lift up to 25lbs as needed for specific job functions

Benefits

  • Free medical coverage
  • Retirement savings plan
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Student debt program
  • FreeU education benefit
  • Career development

Company overview

Abbott Laboratories is a global healthcare technology leader founded in 1888 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. As an international medtech and pharmaceutical company, Abbott operates in approximately 160 countries worldwide with a workforce of over 115,000 employees. The company is organized into four major business segments: Medical Devices (48% of revenue), Diagnostics (20%), Nutritional Products (19%), and Established Pharmaceutical Products (12%). Abbott's medical devices portfolio includes revolutionary technologies such as the FreeStyle Libre continuous glucose monitoring system for diabetes management, cardiovascular devices like the MitraClip and TriClip for heart valve repair, and neuromodulation systems for chronic pain management. The company's diagnostics division pioneered breakthrough tests including the first licensed HIV blood test in 1985. With a rich history spanning over 135 years, Abbott has consistently been recognized as one of Fortune's World's Most Admired Companies since 1984 and continues to drive innovation in healthcare technology to help people live healthier, fuller lives.

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