Assistant Chemist- 3rd shift- Columbus plant

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.

Nourish the world and your career as part of the Nutrition team at Abbott.

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®, Glucerna® and ZonePerfect® – to help get the nutrients they need to live their healthiest life.

Columbus, Ohio, 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.

WHAT WE OFFER

At Abbott, you can have a good job that can grow into a great career. We offer:

• Production areas that are clean, well-lit and temperature-controlled
• Training and career development, with onboarding programs for new employees and tuition assistance
• Financial security through competitive compensation, incentives and retirement plans
• Health care and well-being programs including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programs, Medical Benefits start day 1
• Free medical coverage for employees* via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO
• Vacation – 3 weeks of accrued vacation (1st yr is prorated) + vacation buy program + 3 personal days + 10 paid holidays
• Company Paid Pension Plan
• 401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match
• 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 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, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.
• A stable company with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities

Major Responsibilities:

Responsible for implementing and maintaining the effectiveness of the quality system.

• Conduct raw ingredient analyses which consist of simple titrations, moisture testing, organoleptic testing, sediment testing, etc.

• Conduct in-process and finished product testing including: determination for vitamins using various lab methods, protein and mineral analysis; fat by Mojonnier extraction technique, total solids determination, Iodide, chloride testing, and fatty acid profiles by Gas Chromatography per approved Laboratory Methods.

• Complete appropriate documentation and calculations needed for Standardization tests including: KOH, vitamin additions, final water calculations and physical tests such as pH, viscosity, grain color, and sensory evaluation.

• Complete housekeeping responsibilities such as washing glassware, waste disposal, general laboratory sanitation, etc.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE, YOU’LL BRING

Required:

• High school diploma with 1 year of college chemistry and mathematics, plus 2 years of related laboratory or plant experience.

• Ability to follow verbal instructions, follow written directions, prepare simple reports, read and record gauge and display readings.

• Mathematics knowledge and basic statistical comprehension.

• Ability to lift and push packages up to 60 lbs. in addition to normal laboratory work.

• This individual will recognize and report method procedure problems, out-of-specification conditions and report to supervision.

• Must be able to identify issues with test methods.

• Ability to recognize potential threats to product quality.

• Responsible for detecting and correcting documentation errors.

• Strong teamwork and ability to work plant personnel in other departments.

Preferred: Bachelors Degree in Chemistry, Biology, Math, or closely related technical field. Knowledge of applicable regulatory standards and requirements for infant formula and nutritionals.

Learn more about our benefits that add real value to your life to help you live fully:  www.abbottbenefits.com

Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that provides the growth and strength to build your future. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.

Abbott is a veteran / US military-friendly employer.

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The base pay for this position is $18.25 – $36.45 per hour. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.