Technician I, Microbiology at Abbott Laboratories
Plymouth, MN 55447
About the Job
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 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.
Microbiology Technician I
Working at Abbott
At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and your family, be your true self, and live a full life. You’ll also have access to:
- Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.
- Free medical coverage for employees* via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO
- An excellent retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution
- 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 worldwide 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 the best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.
The Opportunity
Our location in Plymouth, MN currently has an opening for a Microbiology Technician I, to perform laboratory testing per routine documented procedures, perform sterilization and test validations. As needed, will perform the tasks for maintenance of the microbiology laboratory. In Abbott’s Electrophysiology (EP) business, we’re advancing the treatment of heart disease through breakthrough medical technologies in atrial fibrillation, allowing people to restore their health and get on with their lives.
What You'll Work On
- Support the Microbiology Laboratory:
- Equipment preparation and sterilization/dehydrogenation.
- Preparation of media.
- General laboratory cleaning.
- Preparation of specialty test samples.
- Ordering of supplies.
- Perform Test Procedures:
- Perform self-contained sterility testing
- Perform bioburden estimation of devices, components, and solutions.
- Perform endotoxin testing of devices, components, and solutions.
- Perform validation of product test procedures.
- Perform Environmental Monitoring:
- Perform certification testing of cleanrooms (particle counts, air velocity, pressure differential, microbial count, air filter leak test).
- Documentation of laboratory procedures:
- Accurate record keeping of lab procedures performed and their results.
- Archiving of lab records.
- Modification of controlled documents via the Change Order process.
- Troubleshooting/Brainstorm microbiological test procedures, cleanroom environmental disruptions, and sterilization cycles.
- Support all Company initiatives as identified by management and in support of Quality Management Systems (QMS), Environmental Management Systems (EMS), and other regulatory requirements.
- Complies with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, other regulatory requirements, Company policies, operating procedures, processes, and task assignments. Maintains positive and cooperative communications and collaboration with all levels of employees, customers, contractors, and vendors.
- Performs other related duties and responsibilities, on occasion, as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Two or four year degree in microbiology/biology or minimum of two year science curriculum desired.
- 1-2 years medical device experience preferred.
- Some laboratory experience desired. (Experience may be through post-high school courses)
- Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
- Solid computer skills.
- Ability to work in a highly matrixed and geographically diverse business environment.
- Ability to work within a team and as an individual contributor in a fast-paced, changing environment.
- Ability to leverage and/or engage others to accomplish projects.
- Strong verbal and written communications with ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels in the organization.
- Multitasks, prioritizes and meets deadlines in timely manner.
- Strong organizational and follow-up skills, as well as attention to detail.
- Ability to maintain regular and predictable attendance.
* 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. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.
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The base pay for this position is $17.05 – $34.15 per hour. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
