Confirmation Instrument Technician (Tues- Sat 6:00 am- 2:00 pm)

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 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

About Abbott

Abbott is a global healthcare leader, creating breakthrough science to improve people’s health. We’re always looking towards the future, anticipating changes in medical science and technology.

Our diagnostic solutions are utilized in hospitals, laboratories, and clinics worldwide. The crucial information derived from our tests, instruments, and informatics systems is often the first step in patient care decision-making for hundreds of health conditions, ranging from heart attacks to blood disorders, infectious diseases, and cancers.

Working at Abbott

At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and 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.
• Participants who complete a short wellness assessment qualify for FREE coverage in our HIP PPO medical plan. Free coverage applies 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 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 the best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

The Opportunity

The Confirmation Instrument Technician position is located within Abbott’s SAMHSA‑certified Toxicology Laboratory in Gretna, LA.

The individual in this role will be responsible for preparing calibrators and controls, performing annual verifications, assisting with method development, supporting QC review, and carrying out other qualified laboratory duties on an as‑needed basis.

Shift:

Tuesday to Friday

6:00 AM- 2:00 PM

What You’ll Work On

• Maintain and ensure the performance of GC/MS and LC‑MS/MS instruments
• Maintain and support laboratory testing equipment, including Hamilton liquid handlers
• Perform troubleshooting on instruments that are not functioning properly.
• Maintain equipment logbooks using Good Documentation Practices (GDP)
• Ensure all work complies with company policies
• Train employees on routine use and maintenance of GC/MS and LC‑MS/MS instruments
• Serve as a liaison between the laboratory and instrument vendors
• Coordinate service calls with instrument service vendors
• Assist laboratory leadership with the purchase and installation of new instruments
• Maintain inventory of replacement parts
• Manage storage of supplies
• Coordinate EHS activities, including the lab’s hazardous waste program.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in science or equivalent related field

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced understanding of analytical techniques, laboratory procedures, and instrumentation.
• Advanced knowledge of GC/MS and LC‑MS/MS systems.
• Ability to detect chromatographic issues and recommend or implement fixes.
• Advanced ability to review GC/MS and LC‑MS/MS data.
• Understanding of R&D and compliance requirements for SAMHSA, CAP‑FDT, and related regulatory bodies.
• Advanced understanding of Laboratory Information Systems (LIS) and related lab software.
• Ability to present data clearly and maintain organized, accurate documentation.
• Strong ability to communicate effectively with supervisory staff.
• Ability to maintain written records of technical updates and communications.

Competencies:

• Advanced understanding of analytical techniques and laboratory procedures.
• Advanced knowledge of laboratory instrumentation
• Understanding of certification and regulatory requirements (SAMHSA, CAP‑FUDT, etc.)
• Advanced understanding of Laboratory Information Systems (LIS) and related lab software.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift and/or move 50 pounds
• Ability to have full body movement
• Must have vision and hearing corrected to meet minimum acceptable norms

Mental.Reasoning Requirements:

• Ability to cope with stress due to production obligations
• Ability to read and comprehend the SOP, Federal (49 CFR Part 40), and CAP-FUDT guidelines.
• Ability to communicate with other employees and supervisors
• Ability to provide input and recommendations on operations

Work Environment:

• Climate-controlled office and testing laboratory environment
• May be potential exposure to toxic or hazardous materials

* Participants who complete a short wellness assessment qualify for FREE coverage in our HIP PPO medical plan. Free coverage applies in the next calendar year.

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 Employer, committed to employee diversity.

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The base pay for this position is $22.50 – $45.00 per hour. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

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