Thoratec Switzerland GmbH is part of the medical device division of Abbott Laboratories , a fortune 500 company with over 115’000 employees worldwide. We are the global market leader for implantable and extracorporeal blood pumps based on magnetic levitation technology. Our life-saving systems, which we develop and manufacture in Zurich, are used for advanced heart failure patients needing short- or long-term circulatory support.

　　Our location in the heart of the city of Zurich has around 130 employees in the areas of development, quality and production of the CentriMag system and the HeartMate 3 .

　　Currently, we are looking for a Production Operator to join our team in Zurich.

　　The main responsibilities include:

　　setting-up, calibrating, and operating machines and equipment, following production schedules and quality standards, monitoring production processes, and troubleshooting production problems.

　　Troubleshooting and resolving technical problems from the product line/process to minimize reject levels.

　　You will:

　　Work under limited supervision

　　Applies subject matter knowledge.

　　Requires capacity to understand specific needs or requirements to apply skills/knowledge.

　　Responsible production activities.

　　Work with chemicals.

　　You have:

　　School Diploma

　　Minimum 2 years’ experience

　　German and English language skills

　　We are looking for highly motivated person who would like to be part of our passionate team. Do you have what it takes? Then send us your application including motivation letter, curriculum vitae, letter of recommendation and diplomas today. We are looking forward to meeting you in the heart of Zurich!

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　　An Equal Opportunity Employer

　　Abbot welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce.

　　We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.

　　To request accommodation, please call 224-667-4913 or email [email protected]