Assistant Microbiologist

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 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

Assistant Microbiologist ($3k Sign-On Bonus; $23/hr; 6:30p to 7:00a ; Rotating Weekends)

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:

* 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 plan
* Health care and well-being programs including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programs, Medical Benefits start day 1
* Vacation - 120 hours of accrued vacation (1st yr is prorated) + vacation buy program + 3 personal days + 10 paid holidays
* Retiree Healthcare program
* Robust 401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match
* 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 stable company with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities
* 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 Tipp City, OH location in the Abbott Nutrition division. Our Nutrition business 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, and Glucerna - to help them get the nutrients they need to live their healthiest lives.

Tipp City, Ohio, is one of Abbott's newest nutrition manufacturing facilities with technology that enhances production efficiency and product quality. Join us and you'll be part of a family that's dedicated to innovation and excellence and dedicated to nourishing millions of families around the world.

What You'll Work On

* Applying high quality scientific techniques in the microbiological analysis of raw ingredients, in-process production samples, finished product testing and environmental monitoring, to ensure that all products manufactured are fit for use
* Complete appropriate documentation, audit and release of commodities or products
* Complete housekeeping responsibilities including autoclave, waste disposal, general laboratory sanitation, etc.
* Ability to prepare media for test procedures
* Demonstrate accountability and responsibility for Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) performance and compliance through active participation and support of Abbott's EHS Program.
* Partner with fellow technicians, with a high degree of motivation, attention to important details with clear communication to all team members. This is important due to the high degree of responsibility and working within a small group where each person is relied upon highly.
* Do all testing in the lab through instruction via manuals and through training
* Problem solving when test results are out-of-specification to assign a cause and rule lab error

You'll be accountable for meeting our compliance standards including FDA, OSHA and Abbott policies and procedures.

Pay and Shift

This position's start rate is $23.00 per hour + a 5% shift differential and offers a $3,000 sign-on bonus. The hours are 6:30 pm to 7:00 am on a rotating schedule which provides every other weekend off.

SCHEDULE EXAMPLE:

WEEK 1:

WORK: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday: 6:30PM - 7:00AM EST.

DAYS OFF: Wednesday AND Thursday.

WEEK 2:

WORK: Wednesday & Thursday: 6:30PM - 7:00AM EST.

DAYS OFF: Monday, Tuesday AND Friday, Saturday & Sunday.

Required Qualifications

* High School Diploma / GED
* 1 year of appropriate college science with lab (biology, microbiology, chemistry, physics, environmental sciences, organic chemistry, or biochemistry)
* 1 year college mathematics (algebra, geometry, trigonometry, or calculus)

Preferred Qualifications

* Bachelors or Associates Degree in science related field
* 2+ years laboratory experience
* Experience in a food or pharmaceutical manufacturing environment

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Pre-Employment Inquiries and Citizenship | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (eeoc.gov)

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* 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 and Military/Veteran friendly Employer, committed to employee diversity.

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The base pay for this position is $18.25 - $36.45 per hour. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.