Lab Technician II

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. 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 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. Lab Technician II, Support laboratory customers and technical support staff by offering laboratory testing and services in the Microbiology laboratory area. What You'll Work On Support the Microbiology Laboratory: Equipment preparation and sterilization/Depyrogenation; Preparation of media; General laboratory cleaning. Preparation of specialty test samples and ordering of supplies. Perform Test Procedures: Perform sterility testing of devices and components.; Perform bioburden estimation of devices, components, and solutions; Perform endotoxin testing of devices, components, and solutions; and Perform identification of microbial isolates.. Perform Validations: Perform validation of new products and test procedures. Troubleshoot procedures that may have been compromised, thus determining the potential cause of unexpected results of routine tests. Perform Environmental Monitoring: Perform certification testing of cleanrooms (particle counts, viable air, microbial count, gas testing). Documentation of laboratory procedures: Accurate record keeping of lab procedures performed and their results and Archiving of lab records. Communicates with appropriate technical staff regarding testing schedule information, results, or unanticipated discoveries. Redline documents and give supporting evidence regarding changes work with appropriate technical staff on updates. If new test methods are needed or updates to stations, work directly with the support team on changes or adding a new station. Problem solves issues during testing and aids the support team during the investigation. Able to discuss equipment issues and product issues. Be able to address the complexity and interpretation of well-defined procedures and practices. Solves a wide range of complex problems requiring advanced interpretation of generally defined procedures and practices. Selects methods and practices to obtain imaginative, thorough, and practical solutions to questions. Maintains confidentiality in handling sensitive information or documents. Aid in new tooling if needed. Accountable for actions and results of testing. Responsible for GMP and compliance policies/procedures. Completes daily work to meet established schedule with guidance from supervisor on prioritization of tasks. Solves problems of limited scope and complexity requiring basic interpretation of well-defined procedures and practices. Follow all procedures for quality and compliance. Required Qualifications High School Diploma / GED OR an equivalent combination of education and work experience. 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/Abbottand on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal. The base pay for this position is $17.85 $35.75/hour In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted. JOB FAMILY: Manufacturing DIVISION: AVD Vascular LOCATION: United States > Temecula : Building B - TB ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS: WORK SHIFT: Standard TRAVEL: Yes, 50 % of the Time MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: Not Applicable SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: 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 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