Test Technician

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. JOB DESCRIPTION: Test Technician 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. Youll 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 bachelors 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 provides technical support by performing any combination of routine or occasional non-routine duties involving the selection and use of standard procedures and/or equipment in support of medical diagnostic instrument and/or reagent development and production. ***This is a 1st, 2nd or 3rd Shift Opportunity TBD*** What Youll Work On Applies a high level of technical support working in a specialized discipline such as electronics, life science, chemistry, mechanics, software, etc. Understands and uses knowledge of other disciplines. Uses computer applications as needed for functional specialty. Basic skills in computer hardware and /or software applications such as spreadsheet creation. Accepts non-routine and complex assignments. Follows established procedures. Uses judgment and makes choices on how to proceed. Uses information from within and/or outside the organization when necessary. Reads, interprets and may instruct others in the use of all manuals, test procedures and documentation associated with specialized equipment. Reads and interprets engineering drawings, schematics and complex test procedures. Drafts basic procedures and technical documents. Working knowledge and use of complex tools and equipment specific to functional areas. May use statistical, mathematical and other quantitative and qualitative methods and measurements. Conducts failure analysis to component level. Conducts complex testing, analysis, and troubleshooting. May conduct basic experimental design in functional areas. May analyze new products or new applications of existing products. Recommends changes for process improvement. Complies to all safety standards and regulatory requirements. Required Qualifications High School diploma or equivalent required. 25+ years of relevant technical experience. Experience in electronic manufacturing, laboratory, or office environments. Ability to work in conditions requiring frequent hand/eye coordination and occasional lifting or equipment operation. Comfortable working in environments that may include biohazard exposure. Ability to work in an FDA regulated field that requires documentation practices associated with work quality and completion Preferred Qualifications Technical certificate or Associates degree preferred. Apply Now 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. Connect with us at www.abbott.com, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott and on Twitter @AbbottNews. The base pay for this position is $18.25 $36.55/hour In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted. JOB FAMILY: Manufacturing DIVISION: TM Transfusion Medicine LOCATION: United States > Irving : LC-02 ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS: WORK SHIFT: Standard TRAVEL: No MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: Not Applicable SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday) 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 Abbott is about the power of health. For more than 135 years, Abbott has been helping people reach their potential because better health allows people and communities to achieve more. With a diverse, global network serving customers in more than 160 countries, we create new solutions across the spectrum of health, around the world, for all stages of life. Whether its next-generation diagnostics, life-changing devices, science-based nutrition, or novel reformulations, we are advancing some of the most innovative and revolutionary technologies in healthcare, helping people live their best lives through better health. The people of Abbott come to work each day with relentless energy, enthusiasm and a promise to enhance the health and well-being of millions of people. They push the boundaries to help manage and treat some of lifes greatest health challenges. We invite you to explore opportunities at Abbott, to see if your talents and career aspirations may fit with our openings. An equal opportunity employer, Abbott welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce. Follow Us: Facebook LinkedIn YouTube Twitter