Sanitation Specialist ($19/hr.; 6:30p to 7:00a, Rotating Weekends (2A Crew)

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.

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.

With state-of-the-art equipment and advanced automation, Abbott’s  Tipp City, Ohio,  facility was named Food Engineering Magazine’s “2017 Plant of the Year.” Working here, you’ll feel part of a family – a family of 275 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 – 120 hours of accrued vacation (1st yr is prorated) + vacation buy program + 24 personal hours + 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  

Keeping our plant clean and free from contamination is your focus – and it’s so important!  The Sanitation role ensures that assigned areas are properly cleaned using approved cleaning and sanitizing processes.  You will be responsible for completely cleaning and sanitizing our plant efficiently. We will ensure you have a master cleaning schedule/checklist and you are trained on standard operating procedures so that you can confidently and efficiently perform your duties and maintain food safety standards.

 

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:  

·  Oversight and involvement in cleaning and sanitization processes for food manufacturing equipment and food manufacturing facilities 
·  Prevent cross contamination of product, work-in-progress, food contact surfaces and food contact packaging during sanitation procedures
·  Follow all company Sanitation standard operating procedures (SOPs) for cleaning equipment and facility
·  Complete all required sanitation and work order documentation
·  Maintains stock and organization of all sanitation related equipment including but not limited to cleaning carts and tools, automatic floor scrubbers, vacuums, foamers, cleaning equipment and tools
·  Maintains the effectiveness of the quality system and adheres to all company GMPs and Safety policies
·  Follow established programs, policies, and practices to produce safe, quality foods that meet regulatory, company, and customer requirements
·  Follow company safety policies and practices fostering a safe workplace and environment for ourselves and our co-workers
·  Work safely with the chemicals used in the cleaning process and ensure all chemicals are used at proper concentrations following chemical handling SOP
·  Wear appropriate person protective equipment (PPE) while perform cleaning tasks
·  Performs other duties as assigned by the sanitation supervisor

  

SHIFT AND PAY:

This is a NIGHT SHIFT position   (6:30PM - 7:00AM EST)  with a rotating schedule on the 2A C rew . Start rate for this position is $19 per hour + a 5% shift differential.

Shift Example:

Week 1:

Sunday, Wednesday & Thursday work

Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday are OFF days.

Week 2:

Monday, Tuesday, Friday & Saturday work Wednesday, Thursday & Sunday are OFF days.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE YOU’LL BRING  

Required  

·  Requires a high school education or equivalent
·  Minimum of 1 year of sanitation or housekeeping
·  Ability to read and comprehend written work order instructions
·  Experience in a Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) environment
·  Ability to multitask and deliver consistent results with above average accuracy
·  Experience in chemical usage and safety

 

Preferred   

·  Sanitation experience in a food manufacturing environment
·  Knowledge of applicable regulatory standards and requirements for infant formula and nutritionals
·  Computer skills
·  Forklift certification

 

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* 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 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.

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
$15.15 – $30.25/hour

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

     

JOB FAMILY:

Manufacturing

     

DIVISION:

ANSC Nutrition Supply Chain

        

LOCATION:

United States > Tipp City : Main/Liquid Plant

     

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

     

WORK SHIFT:

3Rd Shift (United States Of America)

     

TRAVEL:

No

     

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:

Yes

     

SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:

Awkward/forceful/repetitive (arms above shoulder, bent wrists), Continuous standing for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Continuous walking for prolonged periods (more than 2 hours at a time in an 8 hour day), Driving a personal auto or company car or truck, or a powered piece of material handling equipment, Exposure to temperatures below 60 degrees Fahrenheit/16 degrees Celsius or above 85 degrees Fahrenheit/28 degrees Celsius on a regular basis, Lift, carry, push or pull weights of more than 20 pounds/9 kilos on a regular/daily basis, Routine work with chemicals, Wear ear plugs, Work at heights, e.g. ladders, scaffolds, catwalks, etc., Work in noisy environment, Work requiring repeated bending, stooping, squatting or kneeling

     
Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.

     
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