ABOUT ABBOTT

Nourish the world and your career as part of the Nutrition team at Abbott.

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®, Glucerna® and ZonePerfect® – to help get the nutrients they need to live their healthiest life.

Casa Grande, Arizona, is one of six Abbott nutrition manufacturing plants in the U.S., with about half of its products exported around the world. Working here, you’ll feel part of a family – a family of 600 that works together to help nourish the world.

WHAT WE OFFER

At Abbott, you can have a good job that can grow into a great career. We offer:

• Fast-paced work environment where your safety is our priority
• 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 plans
• Health care and well-being programs including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programs, Medical Benefits start day 1
• Free medical coverage for employees* via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO
• Vacation – 3 weeks of accrued vacation (1st yr is prorated) + vacation buy program + 3 personal days + 10 paid holidays
• Company Paid Pension Plan
• 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 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 stability of a company with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities

WHAT YOU’LL DO AS A POWERHOUSE / ENERGY CENTER OPERATOR

You will operate and maintain all related mechanical, electrical, and plumbing equipment associated with the efficient operation of a plant running HVAC, Compressed Air, Electricity, Steam Boilers, Ammonia Refrigeration, Water Analysis, RO Water Systems, and Waste Water Treatment. On a daily basis you will:

• Performs preventative, technical and general maintenance work on equipment and systems, troubleshoots, services and repairs the mechanical equipment housed in the Energy Center.
• Performs corrective & preventive maintenance as scheduled.
• Read gauges, utilize electronic testing equipment and instruments, make log entries of technical data into the Energy Management computer in order to ensure compliance with regulatory agencies.
• Maintain records of operation conditions and actions taken.
• Assist Energy Center staff with complex and major repairs/modifications. Respond to Manufacturing Site needs during normal duty hours and in emergency situations.
• Provide input to help develop and implement long range obsolesce plans for utility and facility improvements.
• Contribute to Team Effort by accomplishing related duties as needed.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE, YOU’LL BRING

Required

• High School Diploma/GED required and successful completion of Abbott's skill test required.
• Two years related experience working in an industrial utilities systems or industrial electrical/mechanical systems.
• Experience is defined as operating powerhouse type equipment such as boilers, refrigeration, air compressors, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and electronic control systems in a similar environment or performing tasks similar to or the same as those required in this position.
• Must be able to diagnose and repair Energy Center problems quickly without jeopardizing product integrity or product water quality.

Preferred

• Experience with Energy Center related equipment such as HVAC, Compressed Air, Electricity, Instrumentation, Steam boilers, Ammonia Refrigeration, Water Analysis, and RO water systems.
• Technical Degree/Certificate Preferred and Utility Certification
• Small project (less than $50,000) execution

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 Employer, committed to employee diversity.

Abbott is a veteran / US military-friendly employer.

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