Technical Trainer, Environmental, Health, & Safety (EH&S) - Sturgis, MI 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.

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.

For over 70 years, Abbott’s Sturgis, Mich. , has been impacting its community while producing products that provide essential nutrition to millions of families around the world. Working here, you’ll feel part of a family that is dedicated to making a difference and helping others.

WHAT WE OFFER

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

·  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.
·  A stable company with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities

WHAT YOU’LL DO
Supporting site safety initiatives, this role will report directly to the Site Sr. Training Specialist and has a tactical focus on the day-to-day implementation and adherence to the site training process. This role will provide direct on-the job-training instruction, as well as oversight of the safety training processes. In accordance with the site’s Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) guidelines, this role will ensure team members are provided with proper instruction to safely perform job responsibilities as outlined in the training process. This role will partner and align with the overall Technical Training and Safety strategy for the organization. The individual will need to be flexible in their work schedule to accommodate the training needs of a multi-shift operation and should expect to regularly work off-shift hours.

·  Remain current on EHS Technical Standards and OSHA guidelines to ensure compliance with associated policies.
·  Support EHS in monitoring and assessing compliance to technical standards, site / departmental safety rules and OSHA guidelines.
·  Remain current on new and/or updated regulations and train new and existing team members on updates as needed.
·  Partner with site EHS to determine site / departmental training needs and develop associated training programs.  This includes evaluating compliance regulations and interpreting how they affect the site operation.
·  Develop and execute comprehensive training plans to close any identified gaps.   
·  Conduct needed train-the-trainer sessions to allow other site employees to assist with safety training as needed.  External certification may be required prior to conducting train-the-trainer sessions.
·  Adjust existing training programs for improved delivery and effectivity.
·  Deliver and/ or coordinate safety training for team members to include periodic assessments of ongoing skills and demonstrated competency.
·  Provide SME insight and support in updates to safety related training materials as periodic reviews occur.
·  Responsible for the development of instructional materials.
·  Educate new team members on their roles and responsibilities regarding workplace safety.
·  Partner with site EHS to ensure implementation and training compliance with site safety training programs.
·  Provide input to the Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) for new equipment and equipment upgrades at the site and ensure JHAs are incorporated into the on-the-job training (OJT) process. Partner with site Technical Training Specialists to monitor and track safety related OJT.
·  Develop sustainability plan as needed for EHS training.  
·  Address team member concerns related to safety training.
·  Support EHS in ensuring that the site training processes are followed and adhered to by site personnel in their respective area(s).
·  Ensure periodic safety assessments on critical tasks are complete and documented with any action items outlined for gaps.
·  Develop and track any needed safety training metrics.
·  Ensure compliance with Site, Division, and Corporate Training and EHS policies.  Ensure safety training records remain audit ready.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE YOU’LL BRING

Required

·  High School Diploma / GED
·  2+ years’ industrial experience
·  OSHA 10 certification
·  Candidate must have a thorough working knowledge of applicable safety related policies, regulations, laws, and instruct on them independently while adhering to effective training principles and concepts to ensure learning and demonstrated competency
·  Must complete certifications and other requirements necessary for the topics for which they will provide classroom or hands-on instruction such as Lockout / Tagout, Confined Space and other core industrial safety programs

Preferred

·  Bachelor’s degree
·  Experience in industrial safety
·  OSHA 30 certification
·  Some experience instructing adult learners using a variety of media including classroom environments, multimedia, and computer software

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 and Military/Veteran friendly Employer, committed to employee diversity.

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The base pay for this position is
$48,000.00 – $96,000.00

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

     

JOB FAMILY:

Engineering

     

DIVISION:

ANSC Nutrition Supply Chain

        

LOCATION:

United States > Sturgis : Building 01A

     

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), Continuous walking for prolonged periods (more than 2 hours at a time in an 8 hour day)

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

     
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