JOB DESCRIPTION:

About Abbott

Abbott is a global healthcare leader, creating breakthrough science to improve people’s health. We’re always looking towards the future, anticipating changes in medical science and technology.

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. You will have access to:

Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.

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.

The Opportunity

This position works out of our Ottawa, Ontario location in the Point of Care, Diagnostics division. We’re empowering smarter medical and economic decision making to help transform the way people manage their health at all stages of life. Every day, more than 10 million tests are run on Abbott’s diagnostics instruments, providing lab results for millions of people.

What You’ll Do

Safety (People and Product) - Properly uses equipment and materials and is careful about observing safety and security procedures.

Quality - Meets standards with a commitment to excellence. Looks for ways to improve quality and asks for feedback for ways to improve. Ability to produce error free work. Consider accuracy, neatness, and adherence to procedures.

Productivity – Consistently supports attainment of production goals. Demonstrates a commitment to increase productivity and works to a pace acceptable to ensure goals are met. Consider consistency and capacity to perform a variety of tasks.

Reliability & Commitment - Begins work on time, gives advance notice when time off is needed. Meets company guidelines for sick leave. Encourages, supports and actively contributes to the team.

Cleanroom Protocol – Consistently demonstrates proper gowning techniques. Keeps workspace tidy and wipes down workstation daily.

Understand and comply with applicable EH&S policies, procedures and guidelines and all manufacturing procedures.

Safeguard the environment and facilitate a safe and healthy workplace culture.

Other miscellaneous duties as may be required.

Required Qualifications:

High School Diploma, or equivalent experience

Typically requires 3+ months of relevant work experience.

Experience in manufacturing in a regulated environment is an asset.

Ability to plan, organize and prioritize own daily work to meet established schedule.

Demonstrated problem-solving and trouble-shooting skills.

Detail-oriented and ability to multi-task.

Ability to clearly, concisely and accurately convey communications.

Ability to form and develop interpersonal, professional relationships; display socially and professionally appropriate behavior.

Ability to work independently and in groups.

Knowledge of manufacturing within a regulated, cGMP environment.

Abbott Canada is committed to the hiring, advancement and fair treatment of individuals without discrimination based on factors such as race, sex, colour, ethnic or national origin, religion, disability, age, citizenship, family or marital status, political beliefs, sexual preference or other factors included in human rights legislation.

Our diversity goals for recruitment, hiring, and retention are embedded in our corporate goals, and our diversity initiatives are supported by the highest level of the organization. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce fosters more creative and innovative thinking throughout the organization. Creating an inclusive environment, where everyone is respected and valued, enables us to leverage our diversity as a business driver and strengthens our position as a global leader. Abbott strives to promote and maintain an inclusive, high-performing culture that allows all employees to reach their full potential and contribute to Abbott’s success. Connect with us at www.abbott.com, on LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com/company/abbott-/ , on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott and on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal.

The base pay for this position is

N/A/hour

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

JOB FAMILY:

Manufacturing

DIVISION:

APOC Point of Care

LOCATION:

Canada > Ottawa : 185 Corkstown Road

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

WORK SHIFT:

Standard

TRAVEL:

Not specified

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:

Not Applicable

SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:

Continuous standing for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day)