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.

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: 

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 a 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 worldwide 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 the best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

The Opportunity  

This position works out of our Sturgis, MI 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. 

For over 70 years, Abbott’s Sturgis, Mich., has been impacting its community while producing products that provide essential nutrition to millions of families around the world. Working here, you’ll feel part of a family that is dedicated to making a difference and helping others. 

WHAT YOU'LL DO

A Mechanic II maintains, repairs, and services manufacturing and facility systems.Perform skilled maintenance and repair services of manufacturing and facility systems such as mechanical and building systemsInterpret blueprints and schematicsImplement methods, practices and techniques of maintaining building and facilities to identify and address recurring problems with machinery, equipment or partsConduct periodic inspections to evaluate requests for repairAdhere to current sanitation and GMP requirementsMaintain current status on all required training  

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Energy Center/Powerhouse Operators provide utilities for the entire Sturgis Plant – electric, water, steam, sewage treatment, compressed air, refrigeration, air conditioning and fire protection.

Operate Energy Center equipment and related control systems (e.g. boilers, ammonia refrigeration system, air compressors, chillers, cooling towers, carbon columns, water treatment systems, fire protection system and sewer system)Monitor the Industrial Pretreatment Plant and react to situations that may arisePerform various chemical tests on steam, refrigeration, and water systems such as hardness, conductance, alkalinity, pH, FMA, manganese, sulfite, and free chlorineThese test results will be utilized in maintaining proper control of the different steam, refrigeration, and water systems to ensure the delivery of high-quality utilities in an efficient and safe manner Perform routine maintenance on Energy Center systems and equipment such as boilers, natural gas, ammonia compressors, ammonia evaporator and condenser systems, air compressors, wells, carbon columns, steam systems, dealkalizers, softeners, pumps, and HVAC equipment

Shift

This position is a 3rd shift position (3:30pm - 12:00am) and works 10 days followed by 4 days off allowing every other weekend to be off Thursday through Sunday.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE YOU'LL BRING

Required

High School Diploma/GED required2+ years' experience in a field requiring mechanical/technical skills

Specialized Training

Employee will be required to successfully complete the following courses within 3 years of Energy Center start date, as they become available:

Water Treatment/National Association of Power Engineers (16 hours)Combustion Controls/National Association of Power Engineers (16 hours)Steam Plant I & II/National Association of Power Engineers (32 hours), or Steam System Specialist Training, Level I/Plant Support & Evaluations (32 hours)Fourth Class Power Engineers LicenseRefrigeration Training (minimum two courses, must be approved by dept. manager)Basic Electrical Circuits/Glen Oaks Community CollegeBasis Chemistry/Glen Oaks Community College24 Hour Ammonia HAZMAT TrainingTesting (Oral and Practical Exam)

After one year from operator attaining Powerhouse Operator I status a process known as the Sr. Powerhouse Operator Certification Exam will begin.  The employee will be expected to have gained enough knowledge on the equipment and system operations to score at least a 70% on this exam.  This learning process requires the operator to be self-motivated and take the initiative to learn the equipment, systems, and theories related to the operation of each.  At the operator's request this testing can begin sooner providing all other requirements are met and they have proven their competency at this level.  Failure to successfully complete this exam (70% or better) will result in employee being displaced from this position.

Learn more about our benefits that add real value to your life to help you live fully:  www.abbottbenefits.com

Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that provides the growth and strength to build your future. 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 $18.65 – $37.35 per hour. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.