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Processing Operator

Columbus, OH · On-site

$20 - $22/hr

A processing operator must adhere to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and regulatory ... Abbott believes all employees are essential to creating life-changing breakthroughs, performing key ...

Abbott

Packaging Equipment Operator

Columbus, OH · On-site

$16.50 - $19.75/hr

The Columbus Plant is Abbott's first manufacturing facility in the world, making us a leader in ... The operator must be able to start up and shutdown all equipment according to established ...

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Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift

Columbus, OH

$16.50 - $19.25/hr

The Columbus Plant is Abbott's first manufacturing facility in the world, making us a leader in ... THE OPPORTUNITY The Forklift Operator receives, stores, picks and dispenses raw materials and/or ...

Abbott

Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift

Columbus, OH · On-site

$16.50 - $19.25/hr

The Columbus Plant is Abbott's first manufacturing facility in the world, making us a leader in ... THE OPPORTUNITY The Forklift Operator receives, stores, picks and dispenses raw materials and/or ...

Abbott

Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift

Columbus, OH · On-site

$16.50 - $19.25/hr

The Columbus Plant is Abbott's first manufacturing facility in the world, making us a leader in ... THE OPPORTUNITY The Forklift Operator receives, stores, picks and dispenses raw materials and/or ...

Abbott

Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift

Columbus, OH

$16 - $18.75/hr

The Columbus Plant is Abbott's first manufacturing facility in the world, making us a leader in ... THE OPPORTUNITY The Forklift Operator receives, stores, picks and dispenses raw materials and/or ...

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Operator in Charge - 2 oz Nights A

Columbus, OH

$18.50 - $21.25/hr

The Columbus Plant is Abbott's first manufacturing facility in the world, making us a leader in ... The Operator II is responsible for coordinating shift events across all areas of the line including ...

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Operator in Charge - 2 oz Nights A

Columbus, OH · On-site

$18.50 - $21.25/hr

The Columbus Plant is Abbott's first manufacturing facility in the world, making us a leader in ... The Operator II is responsible for coordinating shift events across all areas of the line including ...

Abbott

Powerhouse Engineer - 2nd shift

Columbus, OH

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our ... Achieve boiler operating hours and training to take the Ohio Steam Engineers Exam to become a 3rd ...

Abbott

Powerhouse Engineer - 2nd shift

Columbus, OH

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our ... Achieve boiler operating hours and training to take the Ohio Steam Engineers Exam to become a 3rd ...

Abbott

Powerhouse Engineer - 2nd shift

Columbus, OH · On-site

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our ... Achieve boiler operating hours and training to take the Ohio Steam Engineers Exam to become a 3rd ...

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Do workers at Abbott get paid breaks?

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Based on data from 66 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

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86% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
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At Abbott, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

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Based on data from 70 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and May 2026.

Is the health insurance from Abbott affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
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Do people get paid time off at Abbott?

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83% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 87 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 74% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 9% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 4% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 13% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

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18% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
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Based on data from 32 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

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84% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
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Do people at Abbott get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
82% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
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75% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 65 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and May 2026.

Do people at Abbott recommend working with their team?

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44% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 87 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at Abbott?

Most people got enough training when they started.
80% of people report they got enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 83 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Do people get support to advance at Abbott?

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In the last year, 68% of people report being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 72 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and May 2026.

Do people think Abbott’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

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73% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 71 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

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Most people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
76% of people feel that they are kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
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Infographic showing various Manufacturing Operator job openings at Abbott in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 97% Full Time, 1% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, and 11% Remote job distribution.

Processing Operator

Abbott

Columbus, OH • On-site

$20 - $22/hr

Contractor

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 3 days ago

Abbott rating

7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 131 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

146th of 518 rated manufacturers

Job description

Title: Processing Operator
Location: Columbus, OH
Duration: 12 Months
100% Onsite
Summary
The Processing Operator is responsible for the manufacturing of liquid pediatric and medical nutritional products. The job requires the lifting and physical handling of raw ingredients during the weighing, staging and manufacturing processes. The job also requires interaction with computer systems that are integrated into the manufacturing process along with documentation of manufacturing steps in accordance with work order and job procedures.
A processing operator must adhere to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and regulatory standards and follow detailed work order instructions and be capable of performing the variety of duties either "A", "B" or "C" processing functions.
Duties:
  • Preparation/operation/monitoring/documentation of computer-controlled blending processes.
  • Weighing/documenting/staging, utilizing a computer-controlled weigh system for batch ingredients.
  • Preparation/operation/monitoring/documentation of a computer-controlled clean-in-place (CIP) system utilized for manufacturing equipment (i.e. tanks, heat treatment system, etc.).
  • Preparation/perform/document product Line work operations (i.e.
  • Standardization/Final Water using ingredients, flavors, oils etc.).
  • Maintain area GMP compliance through routine cleaning of equipment, general area and preventative maintenance of equipment; adherence to batch work order and job procedures, while recording/maintaining accurate documentation.
  • Receipt and transportation of bulk raw ingredients, CIP chemicals etc.
  • Perform and support other work related duties as assigned. Preparation/operation/monitoring/documentation of bulk slurries for blending operations.
  • Preparation/operation/monitoring/documentation of computer-controlled heat treatment processes.

Requirements:
  • High school diploma or GED equivalent. Some college or vocational schooling desired.

Experience:
  • Prior food manufacturing or similar batch process with a significant emphasis on Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and computer-controlled systems desired.

Skills:
  • Must possess good written, verbal, computer, and mechanical skills.
  • Possess good interpersonal skills and be able to work safely in a team environment.
  • The candidate must have the ability to multi-task in a dynamic environment with the ability to comprehend, make decisive decisions and use problem solving skills while maintaining quality product and area GMP at all times."

Consultants Eligible Benefits Upon Waiting Period:
  • Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
  • Dental Plan
  • Vision Plan
  • Health Savings Account (for High-Deductible Health Plans)
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (Health, Limited Purpose, Dependent Care, Commuter Parking and Commuter Transit)
  • Supplemental Life Insurance
  • Short Term Disability (coverage varies by state)
  • Long Term Disability
  • Critical Illness, Hospital coverage, Accident Insurance
  • MetLife Legal, MetLife ID Fraud, and MetLife Pet Insurance
  • 401(k)

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, nutritional and branded generic medicines.
Working together, Abbott and Talent Solutions partner to deliver top talent for contingent roles at Abbott, building better and healthier lives. Abbott believes all employees are essential to creating life-changing breakthroughs, performing key duties to create life-changing breakthroughs.
  • Published on 12 Jun 2026, 9:31 PM

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