Research Operator
Abbott · Columbus, OH
ResearchFull-timeCompany career page
The apply link worked recently (not employer-confirmed).
Role summary
Abbott seeks a Research Operator in Columbus, Ohio to process and sterilize infant and adult nutritional products in its research facility. The role involves equipment operation, material handling, cleaning, and in-process testing while maintaining strict compliance with manufacturing procedures and safety standards.
What they're looking for
- High school diploma or GED
- Bachelor's degree in technical field preferred
- Three years plant production experience preferred, ideally in drug, food, or beverage manufacturing
- Knowledge of food processing techniques, documentation, and regulatory standards for nutritional products
- Ability to read work orders, troubleshoot equipment, and operate industrial vehicles
- Mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
What you'll be doing
- Operate manufacturing equipment including kettles, heat treatment systems, fillers, cappers, retorts, and spray dryers
- Execute material handling, cleaning, and clean-in-place procedures according to approved work orders
- Perform in-process testing using laboratory equipment and environmental monitoring sampling
- Maintain housekeeping standards and equipment setup in production areas
- Communicate manufacturing issues and observations to product development, engineering, quality assurance, and management
Compensation$20.85–$41.75/hour
Privacy & handoff
This role links to Abbott's own application system. RoleLantern records your interest and checks the link, but the application happens on the employer's site and status updates may not come back to us. Clicking apply does not mark you as applied automatically.