Production Associate II

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 122,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

Position Overview
The Production Associate II is an entry level position and is the starting point to acquire skills and training required for the Abbott Cancer Diagnostics Production Operations team. This role will participate in a variety of Production functions which include bulk reagent production and dispensing, label application, and kitting of finished goods. The position will work within defined protocols and procedures with frequent supervision.

Essential Duties ( include but are not limited to):

• Perform simple buffer preparation and manual dispensing, support Automated Fill / Cap / Label processes, and kitting of finished goods; May participate in complex manufactures and label printing as technical skills and business needs dictate. 

• Assist in improvement efforts, through the Change Request / Change Order process, or via other means.

• Assist in generating Nonconforming Material Reports, Change Orders, Out of Specifications, Investigations, and Corrective Actions, including any deliverables associated with these items. 

• Support inventory management via KANBAN system for raw materials, intermediates, disposables and spare parts related to the Production areas.

• Assist in other Production support activities, such as cleaning of Production laboratory spaces. 

• Assist with continuous improvement projects and support other area needs dependent on demand.

• Strong communication skills and ability to coordinate work with other teams.

• Ability to follow written procedures with direction.

• Ability to perform daily work assignments accurately, timely, and in a safe manner.

• Ability to cooperate with coworkers within an organized team environment or work alone with supervision.

• Ability to manage time effectively to complete work in expected time frames.

• Uphold company mission and values through accountability, innovation, integrity, quality, and teamwork.

• Support and comply with the company’s Quality Management System policies and procedures.

• Regular and reliable attendance.

• Ability to work designated schedule.

• Ability to work overtime as needed.

• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds for approximately 25% of a typical working day.

• Ability to work seated for approximately 20% of a typical working day. Ability to work standing for approximately 80% of a typical working day.

• Ability to work on a mobile device, tablet, or in front of a computer screen and/or perform typing for approximately 50% of a typical working day.

• Ability to grasp with both hands; pinch with thumb and forefinger; turn with hand/arm; reach above shoulder height.

• Ability to comply with any applicable personal protective equipment requirements.

• Ability to utilize lab equipment and moving machinery for extended periods of time (includes pipetting, traying robots etc.).

• Ability to use and wear safety protective gear/equipment (e.g. safety glasses, lab coat, gloves, beard nets, hair nets, booties, hearing protection, etc.) and follow safety guidelines while in the lab etc., for extended periods of time.

• Ability to work at a laboratory bench or fume hood for extended periods of time.

• Working in a lab environment will require working with skin irritants, lung irritants, electrical equipment, sharp instruments, toxic materials, and hazardous waste. 

• Ability to perform fine manipulation and simple grasping using hands for extended periods of time. 

• Ability and means to travel between Madison locations.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associates degree in life sciences or related field; or High School Degree/General Education Diploma and 2 years of relevant experience in lieu of Associates degree.

• 1+ years of experience in a general laboratory setting through prior job experience, education, or a combination of both. 

• Demonstrated strong documentation skills and attention to detail necessary in a GMP environment. 

• Proficient in using basic software applications including Microsoft Office.

• Legal authorization to work in the country of employment without current or future sponsorship. 

• Demonstrated ability to perform the Essential Duties of the position with or without accommodation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in life sciences or related field.

• Experience in a GMP environment.

• Experience following standard operating procedures.

• Strong documentation practices, cGMP experience.

The base pay for this position is $17.00 – $34.00 per hour. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.