Maintenance Technical Trainer - Altavista, VA Plant

Job description

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:

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

Abbott’s Nutrition Division 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.

Altavista, Va. , is one of Abbott’s largest nutrition manufacturing plants equipped with advanced technology to ensure efficient production. Working here will make you feel like you’re part of a family that works together to make a difference and help nourish millions of families around the world.

WORKING AT ABBOTT

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

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Fast paced work environment where your safety is our priority

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Production areas that are clean, well-lit and temperature-controlled

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Training and career development , with onboarding programs for new employees and tuition assistance

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Financial security through competitive compensation, incentives and retirement plans

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Health care and well-being programs including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programs, Medical Benefits start day 1

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Vacation – 3 weeks accrued vacation (1st yr is prorated) + vacation buy program + 3 personal days + 10 paid holidays

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Company Paid Pension Plan

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401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match of 5%

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Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.

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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.

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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.

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The stability of a company with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities

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

*** This position will primarily work Off Shift hours ***

What You’ll Work On

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Operate / troubleshoot / maintain high speed packaging, processing, filling equipment and utilities.

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Conduct and/or coordinate OJT for Maintenance team members new to the function / role or for periodic assessments of ongoing skills and demonstrated competency.

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Provide SME insight in the development of training materials (classroom presentations, computer-based-trainings, assessments).

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Provide SME insight and support in updates to 1PL’s, job plans, etc., as periodic reviews occur.

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Evaluate Maintenance Standard Work (MSW) to ensure accuracy and adherence by area team members.  Perform and/or coordinate periodic assessments against OSW for consistency and gap identification.

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Develop and update Maintenance Standard Work (MSW) based upon direction from local SME’s, Engineering personnel, and OEM technical manuals.

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Oversee the OJT scheduling process and partners with site Technical Training Specialist to monitor and track department training activities by area of support (OJT schedule adherence, cross-training, rotations).

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Provide support for the Certified Job Trainers/Learning Mentors.

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Assist in the development (as an area/task SME) and completion of annual and requested training for area personnel.

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Provide daily guidance and direction to personnel in training on task assignments and expectations.

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Partner in the development of cross-training matrices for Maintenance functions and determines gaps / necessary steps to build departmental flexibility and competency.

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Work to address new team member concerns related to their OJT training and tools.

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Ensure that the site training tools and processes are followed and adhered to by site personnel.

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Ensure periodic learning assessments on critical tasks are complete and documented with any action items outlined for gaps.

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Ensure new team members are knowledgeable and capable of adhering to all safety and GMP requirements applicable to tasks being performed. Shift

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This position is primarily for 1st Shift but there could be some off-shift requirements.

Required Qualifications

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High School diploma required with higher education acceptable

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Technical experience operating, troubleshooting, and maintaining equipment in a manufacturing environment

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Technical experience installing, maintaining, testing, troubleshooting and repairing industrial electrical equipment and associated electrical and electronic controls

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Proven ability to maintain and calibrate industrial instrumentation and related devices

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Experience interpreting drawings, blueprints, schematics to troubleshoot, maintain or install equipment

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Strong electrical aptitude

Preferred Qualifications

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Technical writing experience (i.e. job aides, procedures, etc.)

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Maximo experience (or other CMMS experience)

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Technical experience maintaining equipment

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Experience in the food industry / regulated environment

* Participants who complete a short wellness assessment qualify for FREE coverage in our HIP PPO medical plan. Free coverage applies in the next calendar year.

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 and a Military/Veteran Friendly employer.

Connect with us at www.abbott.com , on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott and on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal.

     

The base pay for this position is
$29.35 – $58.75/hour

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

     

JOB FAMILY:

Facilities & Maintenance

     

DIVISION:

ANSC Nutrition Supply Chain

        

LOCATION:

United States > Altavista : Building 1

     

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

     

WORK SHIFT:

Standard

     

TRAVEL:

No

     

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:

No

     

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), Lift, carry, push or pull weights of more than 20 pounds/9 kilos on a regular/daily basis

     
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