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 113,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

Structural Heart Business Mission:  why we exist

Our business purpose is to restore health and improve quality of life through the design and provision of device and management solutions for the treatment of structural heart disease.
 
We aim to lead the markets we serve by requiring the solutions we offer customers provide an improved benefit/risk profile as compared to existing standards of care; a performance threshold that by definition, guides and ensures the productive output of our engineering, business development, and clinical research efforts result in outcomes that advance the standard of care.

Our location in St Paul, MN, currently has an opportunity for an experienced, high caliber Operator II to work under general supervision in accordance with specific procedures and practices, may perform a combination of assembly, weld, x-ray, repair, and test operations on pacemakers, implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICDs), leads, and related medical device assemblies. This position performs routine assignments with detailed instructions. Follows general instructions for routine work and more detailed instructions for new or special activities. Performs assignments of moderate complexity; usually refers more complex problems to immediate supervisor, lead or more senior level personnel from within the assigned department.

Hours: Monday to Thursday - 3:00pm to 1:30am

WHAT YOU’LL DO 

• Performs Electronic Assembly functions:
  • Assembles, welds, solders and x-rays medical devices and related parts using microscopes and applicable tools
  • Locates and corrects problems by examining x-rays and performing visual inspection of parts
  • Repairs and tests units using computerized test equipment
• Performs Casting/Coating functions:
  • Examines medical devices and related assemblies after molding operations to locate bubbles, nicks and/or excess epoxy
  • Utilizes small drills, reamers, taps and knives to access bubbles and remove excess epoxy
  • Patches and repairs bubbles or voids using syringes and small tools; bakes parts to cure epoxy patches
• Performs Mechanical Assembly functions:
  • Kits, assembles, bonds coats and processes medical devices and related parts using microscopes and applicable tools
  • Locates and corrects problems by examining devices and components and visually inspecting parts/assemblies
  • Repairs and corrects devices and related components using microscopes and applicable tools
• Performs Packaging Functions
  • Kits, assembles and packages devices and related accessories using applicable tools
  • Locates and corrects problems using microscope and applicable tools
  • Reviews all device documentation for completeness and accuracy
• May set-up/utilize special test equipment
• May provide assistance in expediting priority product and tasks in assigned areas
• Notifies supervisor of the need to replenish supplies/materials and of any production difficulties that cannot be readily corrected

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE YOU’LL BRING 

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Typically two plus years of relevant training/experience in the assembly of digital/analog circuitry, devices, components or equivalent 
• Experience must include at least one year in the bio-medical field or experience working in an air-conditioned clean room manufacturing environment requiring stringent environmental controls
• Demonstrated use of standard hand tools used in the assembly of bio-instruments/bio-devices
• Incumbents are required to have demonstrated spelling, punctuation, grammar, basic math/numerical, organizational skills, and a familiarity with standard manufacturing/office equipment and procedures
• The ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English is also required; this requirement includes clear, understandable speech and demonstrated comprehension skills
• The ability to successfully pass a reading comprehension pre-employment examination is mandatory
• Must have the ability to on occasion lift up to approximately 25 pounds

WHAT WE OFFER

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

• 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
• Paid time off
• 401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match
• 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:  http://www.abbottbenefits.com/pages/candidate.aspx

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.

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