Abbott

Maintenance Technical Trainer, Controls

Abbott$61K — $122K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED required.
  • 5+ years experience as a controls electrician, specifically with Rockwell PLC systems.
  • Strong knowledge in troubleshooting electrical/mechanical equipment failures.
  • Ability to wire and replace electric motors effectively.
  • Experience working with voltages up to 480VAC.
  • Proficient in repairing production equipment and plant utility systems.

Responsibilities

  • Troubleshoot and repair electrical and mechanical issues using schematics.
  • Train team members on maintenance and repair processes of production equipment.
  • Ensure ongoing training and assessments of Maintenance team members.
  • Develop training materials and provide input for technical training resources.
  • Oversee scheduling and adherence of on-the-job training for new employees.
  • Evaluate Maintenance Standard Work for accuracy and compliance.
  • Collaborate with specialists to develop cross-training matrices and address skills gaps.

Benefits

  • Access to a comprehensive health and wellness program.
  • Opportunity for free coverage in the medical plan after wellness assessment completion.
  • Support for personal and family health and wellness.
  • Flexible work schedule to accommodate multi-shift operations.
Full Job Description


JOB DESCRIPTION:

This position works out of our Columbus, Ohio plant 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.

The Columbus Plant is Abbott's first manufacturing facility in the world, making us a leader in science-backed nutrition products. Working here, you'll be part of a family that works together to produce quality products that make a difference and help keep consumers nourished at every stage of their lives.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Supporting operations, this role will report directly to the Site Technical Training FLL and have a tactical focus on the day to day implementation and adherence to the site training process. They provide on the job training instruction and will ensure new team members are provided instruction with themselves or a qualified trainer as outlined in the training process. This role will partner and align with the overall technical training strategy for the organization. The individual will need to be flexible in their work schedule to accommodate the training needs.

WHAT YOU'LL DO
  • Read electrical and process schematics to troubleshoot equipment
  • Train team members on performing repairs to production equipment and plant utility systems and ensuring proper electrical/mechanical operation.
  • Operate/troubleshoot/maintain high speed packaging, processing, filling equipment and utilities.
  • Conduct and/or coordinate OJT for Maintenance team members new to the function/role or for periodic assessments of ongoing skills and demonstrated competency.
  • Provide SME insight in the development of training materials (classroom presentations, computer-based-trainings, assessments).
  • Provide SME insight and support in updates to 1PL's, job plans, etc., as periodic reviews occur.
  • Evaluate Maintenance Standard Work (MSW) to ensure accuracy and adherence by area team members. Perform and/or coordinate periodic assessments against OSW for consistency and gap identification.
  • Develop and update Maintenance Standard Work (MSW) based upon direction from local SME's, Engineering personnel, and OEM technical manuals.
  • Oversee the OJT scheduling process and partners with site Technical Training Specialist to monitor and track department training activities by area of support (OJT schedule adherence, cross-training, rotations).
  • Provide support for the Certified Job Trainers/Learning Mentors.
  • Assist in the development (as an area/task SME) and completion of annual and requested training for area personnel.
  • Provide daily guidance and direction to personnel in training on task assignments and expectations.
  • Partner in the development of cross-training matrices for Maintenance functions and determines gaps / necessary steps to build departmental flexibility and competency.
  • Work to address new team member concerns related to their OJT training and tools.
  • Ensure that the site training tools and processes are followed and adhered to by site personnel.
  • Ensure periodic learning assessments on critical tasks are complete and documented with any action items outlined for gaps.
  • Ensure new team members are knowledgeable and capable of adhering to all safety and GMP requirements applicable to tasks being performed.
  • Be flexible in work schedule to accommodate training needs of a multi-shift operation, initiating a routine presence on off-shifts.

SHIFT

This role is 1st shift, Monday - Friday

QUALIFICATIONS
  • HSD/GED
  • 5 Years Controls/Electrician experience with Rockwell, PLC, Troubleshooting, etc.
  • Knowledge of supporting operations and troubleshooting electrical/mechanical equipment malfunctions and repairs
  • Capable of wiring and replacing electric motors.
  • Comfortable working around voltages up to 480VAC
  • Proficient in performing repairs to production equipment and plant utility systems.


Apply Now

Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: www.abbottbenefits.com

* 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.

The base pay for this position is
$29.55 - $59.05/hour
In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

JOB FAMILY:
Facilities & Maintenance

DIVISION:
ANSC Nutrition Supply Chain

LOCATION:
United States > Columbus : Columbus Plant

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)

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