Job TitleFacilities Engineer
The Opportunity This position works out of our Sturgis, MI location in the Abbott Nutrition division. 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®, and Glucerna® - to help them get the nutrients they need to live their healthiest lives.
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 You'll Work On - This role provides engineering support to all aspects of the infrastructure of the facility
- Assists in development, planning, and execution of all plant-related facility engineering activities including a wide variety of mechanical, plumbing and electrical components, but not limited to: building HVAC, roofs, floors, drains, utilities and fire protection systems
- Analyze system failures to determine source and cause
- Participate in evaluating system conditions and developing long term obsolescence and sustainability plans.
- Applies working knowledge of engineering disciplines and independently conceives and develops approaches to problem solving that requires advanced technical knowledge
- Plans and conducts small to medium-sized projects. Responsibilities include detailed project planning/monitoring, budgeting, project reviews, implementation, validation, and release to production
- Promote and Drive continuous improvement programs utilizing common problem solving tools and methodologies in processes and procedures within the
- Ensure delivery of effective performance management while establishing and sustaining a positive work environment.
- Follows escalation reporting process with inputs from peers/manager for decision making as required. Make and communicate decisions that are appropriate for level of accountability.
- This position will work to coordinate external contractors to perform work in a cost effective and safe manner.
You'll be accountable for meeting our compliance standards including FDA, OSHA and Abbott policies and procedures
Required Qualifications- High School Diploma / GED
- B.S. in Engineering with a preference for a degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, or Chemical Engineering OR 2+ years of experience with engineering responsibility in a regulated industry, with preference being for food, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, cosmetics, etc.
Preferred Qualifications- Project planning experience
- Demonstrated leadership skills in a plant facilities maintenance environment
- Knowledge of project planning tools and experience using them
- Experience working with and implementing Continuous Improvement tools & methodologies
- Work experience in the food / medical industry under FDA regulation
Apply Now * 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.
The base pay for this position is $61,300.00 - $122,700.00
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 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)
