Instrumentation Technician – Night Shift – 6pm to 6am

Job title: Instrumentation Technician – Night Shift – 6pm to 6am

About the Role Abbott is seeking an Instrumentation Technician for the Night Shift at the Casa Grande, AZ Nutrition manufacturing facility. The role focuses on installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting industrial electrical equipment and control systems to keep production lines running safely and efficiently.

What You'll Do

• Install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain industrial equipment, power systems, lighting, control systems, and PLC logic for production processes.
• Work with electrical power (24V–600V), automation controllers, VFDs, sensors, and inspection devices.
• Perform preventive maintenance on electrical equipment and instruments.
• Use tools and instruments such as voltage testers, ammeters, oscilloscopes, vibration analyzers, and laser measurement equipment.
• Lead and train team members; document and communicate shift activities clearly.
• Support plant operations across packaging, processing, filling, warehouse, and facilities.
• Respond to equipment emergencies, troubleshoot I/O systems, and communicate with production teams to minimize downtime.
• Participate in electrical upgrades and monitor contractor work.
• Maintain compliance with FDA, OSHA, and company policies.
• Stay current with advancing technology through training and vendor programs.

What We're Looking For

• High School Diploma or GED required; technical training preferred.
• Knowledge of electricity, electrical theory, PLCs, and pneumatic systems.
• Ability to work safely in electrical panels up to 480 volts.
• Proficiency in reading schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Strong attention to detail and accurate documentation skills.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Nice to Have

• Associate degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or related field.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base pay range: $24.65 – $49.25 per hour (USD).
• Health coverage through HIP PPO, retirement savings with high employer contribution, tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program, and FreeU education benefit.
• Abbott is an Equal Opportunity and Military/Veteran friendly employer, with a global manufacturing footprint.