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. **Assistant Microbiologist (Night Shift, 6:30p to 7:00a ; Rotating Weekends)** **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. + Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year. + 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** **This position works out of our Tipp City, 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. **Tipp City, Ohio,** is one of Abbott’s newest nutrition manufacturing facilities with technology that enhances production efficiency and product quality. Join us and you’ll be part of a family that’s dedicated to innovation and excellence and dedicated to nourishing millions of families around the world. **What You'll Work On** + Applying highqualityscientific techniques in themicrobiological analysisof raw ingredients,in-process production samples,finishedproduct testingandenvironmental monitoring, to ensure that all products manufactured are fit for use + Complete appropriatedocumentation, audit and release of commodities or products + Completehousekeepingresponsibilities includingautoclave, waste disposal, generallaboratorysanitation, etc. + Ability to prepare media for test procedures + Demonstrateaccountabilityandresponsibilityfor Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) performance andcompliancethrough active participation and support of Abbott’sEHSProgram. + Partner with fellow technicians, with a high degree ofmotivation,attentionto important details withclear communicationto all team members. This is important due to the high degree ofresponsibilityand working within a small group where each person is relied upon highly. + Do alltestingin the lab through instruction via manuals and throughtraining + Problemsolving when test results are out-of-specification to assign a cause and rule lab error This position is accountable for complying with applicable FDA (GMP), USDA, OSHA and Abbott regulations, policies, procedures or guidelines. **Shift** The hours are **6:30 pm to 7:00 am** on a rotating schedule which provides every other weekend off. **SCHEDULE EXAMPLE:** WEEK 1: WORK: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday: 6:30p - 7:00a. DAYS OFF: Wednesday AND Thursday. WEEK 2: WORK: Wednesday & Thursday: 6:30p - 7:00a. DAYS OFF: Monday, Tuesday AND Friday, Saturday & Sunday. **Required Qualifications** + High School Diploma / GED + 1 year of appropriate college science with lab (biology,microbiology,chemistry, physics, environmental sciences,organic chemistry, orbiochemistry) + 1 year college mathematics (algebra, geometry, trigonometry, or calculus) **Preferred Qualifications** + Bachelors or Associates Degree in science related field + 2+ yearslaboratoryexperience + Experience in a food orpharmaceutical manufacturingenvironment 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. Pre-Employment Inquiries and Citizenship | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (eeoc.gov) 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 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 and military-friendly employer, committed to employee diversity. Connect with us at www.abbott.com, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott, and on Twitter @AbbottNews. The base pay for this position is $18.65 – $37.35 per hour. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted. An Equal Opportunity Employer Abbot welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce. We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. To request accommodation, please call 224-667-4913 or email corpjat@abbott.com