Material Control Technical Trainer - Columbus Plant
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 12, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 11, 2026. Abbott scores B on the Alion truth index.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
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.
This position works out of our Columbus, Ohio plant 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.
The Columbus Plant is Abbott’s first manufacturing facility in the world, making us a leader in science-backed nutrition products. Working here, you’ll be part of a family that works together to produce quality products that make a difference and help keep consumers nourished at every stage of their lives.
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:
- 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, Medical Benefits start day 1
- Vacation - 120 hours of accrued vacation (1styr is prorated) + vacation buy program + 5 personal days + 10 paid holidays
- Retiree Healthcare program
- Robust 401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match
WHAT YOU’LL DO
- Supporting Material Control operations, this role will report directly to the Site Technical Training Front Line Leader (FLL) and has a tactical focus on the day to day implementation and adherence to the site training process.
- Provide direct on-the job-training instruction, as well as oversight of the training process for the Materials operations. Materials operations include Receiving, Truck Loading, Ingredient Storage, Line Supply, Batch pulling and Bulk Tank Unloading .
- Ensure new team members are provided with instruction to perform job responsibilities as outlined in the training process.
- Partner and align with the overall technical training strategy for the organization.
- Can operate the equipment / complete the tasks associated with the area they support and train.
- Conduct and/or coordination of OJT for area team members new to the function / role or for periodic assessments of ongoing skills and demonstrated competency.
- Provides SME insight and support in updates to 1PL’s as periodic reviews occur.
- Oversees the OJT scheduling and schedule adherence of the OJT process, including support of the Certified Job Trainers/Learning Mentors.
- Partner with site Technical Training Specialist to monitor and track department training activities by area of support (OJT schedule adherence, cross-training, rotations).
- Assist in the development (as an area/task SME) and completion of annual and requested training for area personnel.
- Provides daily guidance and direction to personnel in training on task assignments and expectations.
- Partner in the development of cross-training matrices for operational functions and determine gaps / necessary steps to build departmental flexibility and competency.
- Work to address new team member concerns related to their OJT training and tools.
- Ensure that the site training tools and processes are followed and adhered to by site personnel in their respective area(s).
- Ensure periodic learning assessments on critical tasks are complete and documented with any action items outlined for gaps.
- Provides regular off-shift support to conduct OJT training and assessments. Flexible hours are based on departmental needs.
- Partners with the FLL’s and Materials Manager for the assigned area as well as new team members in their assigned function/area.
- Provides support and coaching for Learning Mentors in their assigned area.
SHIFT
This role is 1st shift, Monday - Friday, and must be flexible in work schedule to accommodate training needs of a multi-shift operation, initiating a routine presence on off-shifts.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- High School diploma or equivalent required with higher education preferred.
- Three years or more of Materials experience in Ingredient Storage and/or Receiving is preferred.
- This position must have a thorough working knowledge of the functions within their area of support and be able to perform these tasks and instruct on them independently while adhering to effective training principles and concepts to ensure learning and demonstrated competency.
- It is preferred that the candidate is currently certified on all Receiving, Truck Loading, Ingredient Storage, Line Supply, Batch Pulling, Operation of yard dog, Cambar task, Palletizer and Bulk Tank Unloading tasks for which they will provide hands-on instruction. This includes a valid Powered Industrial Truck (forklift) License. If not, they must become certified in all functions for which they will provide hands-on instruction.
- Experience as a Job Trainer or Learning Mentor preferred.
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)
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 a Military/Veteran friendly Employer, committed to employee diversity.
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The base pay for this position is
$20.85 - $41.75/hourIn specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.