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 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 high employer contribution
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 company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

The Opportunity

This position works out of our Temecula, CA location in the Abbott Vascular Devices division.

Abbott Vascular provides innovative, minimally invasive, and cost-effective products for the treatment of vascular disease.

With moderate supervisory direction, the Assembler II follows established procedures and quality standards to assemble mechanical, electrical, and/or electronic components, and performs testing and calibration activities to ensure the accuracy and reliability of the assemblies, sub-assemblies, and instruments. Works to achieve a daily build goal in accordance with the manufacturing schedule. Strict adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), cGMPs and Quality Standards are mandatory.

Main Responsibilities

Follows standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions to perform wiring, component installation, cable harnessing, fitting of asssembly instruments, etc. using hand and power tools, limited automated equipment, manufacturing aides/fixtures, lifts/cranes, and other methods within the manufacturing process.
Performs testing, calibration, and verification activities to ensure the accuracy, precision, and reliability of the instruments, and documents the results accurately and timely
Inspects and verifies the quality of components and finished products to ensure they meet specifications and comply with regulatory requirements, such as FDA guidelines and ISO standards.
Troubleshoots and resolves production issues or discrepancies. Collaborates with other departments, such as engineering, quality, business excellence, and product development, to provide feedback on product design, manufacturability, process improvements, and to ensure smooth production flow
Documents and records production activities, including assembly processes, product information, material control of critical parts, labeling activities, and quality non-conformance, accurately and timely.
Follow all company policies, procedures, and regulations, including quality management systems (QMS), and contributes to maintaining a culture of quality, compliance, and continuous improvement.
Follows good manufacturing practices (GMP), and complies with safety regulations to ensure a safe and productive work environment.
With proven efficiency and demonstrated ability, this role may be required to train other assemblers. Specific job function may change. Required to perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

High School Diploma/GED required
Ability to interpret and understand technical drawings, instructions, and specifications to complete task
Ability to use hand and power tools such as screwdrivers, wrenches, power drivers, measuring equipment, etc.
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Working knowledge of standard computer programs. Basic mathematical comprehension (addition, subtraction, multiplication, etc.)
Good hand-eye coordination skills and mechanical aptitude. Able to lift 50 lbs or more

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 Employer, committed to employee diversity.

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The base pay for this position is

$15.55 – $31.15/hour

In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

JOB FAMILY:

Manufacturing

DIVISION:

AVD Vascular

LOCATION:

United States > Temecula : Building E - TE

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

WORK SHIFT:

Standard

TRAVEL:

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:

Not Applicable

SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:

Awkward/forceful/repetitive (arms above shoulder, bent wrists), Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Continuous standing for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Work in a clean room environment

Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.

EEO is the Law link - English: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_English.pdf

EEO is the Law link - Espanol: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_Spanish.pdf

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