The Opportunity

This position works out of our Columbus, OH 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.

Our location in Columbus, OH is Abbott’s oldest nutrition manufacturing plant in the world. Working here, you’ll feel part of a family a family of 400 that works together to help nourish the world.

We are looking to hire a Powerhouse Boiler Operator Trainee for our Columbus, Ohio (Columbus Plant) location.

What You’ll Work On

The person hired will be dedicated to learning the fundamentals of energy center operation and maintenance. The Trainee will be allocating appropriate time to classroom training for industrial maintenance and / or boiler operation, as well as on the job (OJT) training working at the Columbus Plant Energy Center (Powerhouse) with other licensed boiler operators.

The Trainee will be dedicated to learning the fundamentals of energy center operation and maintenance. The Trainee will allocate appropriate time to classroom training for industrial maintenance and / or boiler operation, as well as on the job (OJT) training, working at the Powerhouse, with other Licensed boiler operators.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Achieve fundamental understanding of Energy Center processes, including operation, maintenance, and safety
• Achieve classroom learning to provide theoretical aptitude for Energy Center processes
• Operate all equipment in a safe and efficient manner, reporting accidents / incidents and adhering to all corporate / division / plant policies, procedures, and guidelines.

Follow all LOTO procedures and other safety and quality procedures within the maintenance department.

• Operate and maintain all Energy Center systems and machines
• Maintain various hand tools and equipment, drills, winches, micrometers, calipers, torches, welders, lathe, mill, multimeter, etc.
• Ensure compliance with applicable FDA (GMP), USDA, OSHA and Abbott regulations, policies, procedures, and guidelines
• Responsible for learning all aspects of the Energy Center (Powerhouse) processes including :
• Boiler and Steam System
• Chilled Water System
• Frigid Water System
• Compressed Air System
• Carbon Filtration System
• Reverse Osmosis / Ingredient Water
• Wastewater PH Neutralization System
• Responsible for supporting these systems via :
• Monitoring and responding to Process Deviations
• Preventative and Demand Maintenance Execution
• Lock Out Tag Out and Safety Compliance
• Sanitization and organization
• Compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
• Capital Project Support and Execution
• Development and adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
• Work within our Maximo CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) to write and execute WOs, check out spare parts, review WOs and document completed work with accurate labor hours associated
• Other work-related duties as assigned

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE, YOU’LL BRING

Required :

• High School Diploma or GED and a two-year technical degree or equivalent experience
• Excellent skills in mathematics, written / verbal communication, self-motivation, interpersonal professional interactions, analytical troubleshooting, and ability to multitask
• Possess knowledge and skills with complex processes or demonstrate the ability to learn highly technical complex processes

Preferred :

• Knowledge of applicable regulatory standards and requirements for infant formula and nutritional ingredients
• Previous experiences with FDA, cGMP or experience working within a highly regulated industry
• Prior job experience within a manufacturing plant environment
• Experience with self-directing teams, lean manufacturing concepts and statistical process management
• Trainee should demonstrate desire to learn and grow, seek out training opportunities and actively work to improve their skills

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Last updated : 2024-04-30