Assistant Chemist – Night shift- Casa Grande 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 109,000 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.

Casa Grande, Ariz., is one of six Abbott nutrition manufacturing plants in the U.S., with about half of its products exported around the world.

Working here, you’ll feel part of a family
– a family of 480 that works together to help nourish the world.

The Plant has an opening for an Assistant Chemist.

Please note: This is a night shift position from 5:30pm-6:00am and allows you to have every other weekend off.

Hours and days are below AFTER you are fully trained.

Training will be during day shift hours from 6:00 am to 6:30 pm for 4-12 months from your start date.

Week 1 Mon
– 12 hrs, Tues
– 12 hrs, Wed
– OFF, Thurs
– OFF, Fri
– 12 hs, Sat
– 12 hs, Sun
– 12 hrs Week 2 Mon
– OFF, Tues
– OFF, Wed
– 12 hrs, Thurs
– 12 hrs, Fri
– OFF, Sat
– OFF, Sun
– OFF Week 3 Mon
– 12 hrs, Tues
– 12 hrs, Wed
– OFF, Thurs
– OFF, Fri
– 12 hs, Sat
– 12 hs, Sun
– 12 hrs WHAT YOU’LL DO: Responsible for analytical testing on raw ingredients, in-process and finished product, and plant utilities.

This also includes testing for release of product to manufacturing for further processing, filling, and finishing.

This position will obtain and test environmental samples for compliance to specifications outlined in the Lab Methods Manual.

The chemist I will be responsible for identifying and solving immediate problems with some assistance from the supervisor and crew leader.

A chemist I will be responsible for initiating troubleshooting for minor testing problems.

This individual will recognize and report method procedure problems, and out-of-specification conditions, and is expected to perform all Chemist I functions.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE YOU’LL BRING: High school diploma or GED required plus 1 year of appropriate college lab studies and 1 year of college mathematics (algebra, geometry, trigonometry or calculus), plus 2 years of laboratory experience or 4 years experience in a food or pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.

OR a Science related Associates Degree with at least 1 year of appropriate college lab studies and 1 year of college mathematics (algebra, geometry, trigonometry or calculus), plus 1 year of related laboratory experience or 2 years experience in a food or pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.

OR a Science related Bachelor’s Degree with at least 1 year of appropriate college lab studies and 1 year of college mathematics (algebra, geometry, trigonometry or calculus).

WHAT WE OFFER At Abbott, you can have a good job that can grow into a great career.

We offer: A fast-paced work environment where your safety is our priority 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 Robust vacation plan 401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match The stability of a company with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities 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.

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