Maintenance Technical Trainer (Controls) - Casa Grande, AZ

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 122,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries. JOB DESCRIPTION: Maintenance Technical Trainer – Casa Grande, Arizona Are you a skilled maintenance professional with a passion for developing others? We are looking for a Maintenance Technical Trainer to help build the technical capabilities of our maintenance team while supporting a world-class manufacturing operation. In this role, you'll combine your hands-on maintenance expertise with training, coaching, and continuous improvement initiatives to ensure our teams are equipped for success. 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 Casa Grande, Arizona 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. Casa Grande, AZ., is one of Abbott’s leading nutrition manufacturing plants in the U.S., reflecting our commitment to innovation and excellence. But we’re more than just a company, we’re a family. Working here you’ll be part of a family that works together to make a difference and enhance the lives of millions worldwide. What You’ll Work On As a Maintenance Technical Trainer, you will serve as a subject matter expert and mentor, helping maintenance technicians develop the skills necessary to safely and effectively maintain complex manufacturing equipment. Train, coach, and support maintenance team members on equipment operation, troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance practices. Coordinate and facilitate on-the-job training (OJT) for new and existing maintenance employees. Support Learning Mentors and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) by providing guidance, training resources, and coaching. Develop, maintain, and improve Maintenance Standard Work (MSW), job aids, procedures, and technical documentation. Ensure training activities, assessments, and certifications are completed, documented, and tracked. Evaluate technician proficiency through periodic skills assessments and competency reviews. Partner with Maintenance Leadership, Reliability Engineers, Maintenance Planners, and Technical Training Specialists to identify training needs and close skill gaps. Develop and maintain cross-training programs and competency matrices that increase workforce flexibility and capability. Support updates to equipment procedures, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) documentation, and technical work instructions. Coordinate multi-craft training initiatives to expand maintenance capabilities across disciplines. Assist with annual compliance, technical, and developmental training programs. Build relationships with local trade schools and technical colleges to support workforce development initiatives. Address trainee concerns and ensure a positive and effective learning experience. You’ll be accountable for meeting our compliance standards including FDA, OSHA and Abbott policies and procedures. Required Qualifications High School Diploma or GED. Strong mechanical aptitude and technical troubleshooting skills. Experience operating, troubleshooting, and/or maintaining manufacturing equipment. Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities. Strong organizational, communication, and relationship-building skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Passion for coaching, mentoring, and developing others. Preferred Qualifications Experience as a Technical Trainer, Job Trainer, Learning Mentor, or similar training role. Maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment. Technical writing experience, including procedures, work instructions, and job aids. Experience with CMMS systems such as Maximo. Food manufacturing or other highly regulated industry experience. Additional education, technical certifications, or trade school training. Hours - Must be flexible to work evenings and weekend. 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 Employer and Military/Veteran friendly, 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 $29.55 – $59.05/hour In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted. JOB FAMILY: Facilities & Maintenance DIVISION: ANSC Nutrition Supply Chain LOCATION: United States > Casa Grande : Plant ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS: WORK SHIFT: Standard TRAVEL: No MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: No SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: Continuous standing for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Continuous walking for prolonged periods (more than 2 hours at a time in an 8 hour day), Wear ear plugs, Work in a clean room environment, Work in noisy environment, Work requiring repeated bending, stooping, squatting or kneeling Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans. EEO is the Law link - English: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_English.pdf EEO is the Law link - Espanol: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_Spanish.pdf