Dishwasher I

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 recognized as one of the best big companies to work for, as well as one of the best places to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.  

The Opportunity 

This position supports our Madison, WI locations within the Cancer Diagnostics business. 

As a Dishwasher, you'll help maintain a clean, safe, and efficient kitchen by washing and sanitizing dishes, cookware, utensils, equipment, and food preparation areas. You'll support day-to-day food service operations through strong attention to cleanliness, organization, teamwork, and hospitality. 

What You'll Work On 

• Wash, sanitize, and restock dishes, glassware, utensils, pots, pans, and other kitchen items to support continuous food service operations. 

• Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment, appliances, preparation stations, cook stations, and other food-service work areas in accordance with sanitation and safety standards. 

• Maintain clean floors and waste areas by sweeping, mopping, removing trash, rinsing garbage cans, and responding promptly to spills or broken items. 

• Support additional cleaning and sanitization needs while providing professional, service-focused support to employees, customers, and team members. 

• Follow food-service safety, sanitation, Quality Management System, attendance, and workplace procedures while contributing effectively in a fast-paced team environment. 

Required Qualifications

• Basic computer skills, including internet navigation, email, and word processing. 

• Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications. 

• Strong customer service, communication, attention to detail, organization, teamwork, and problem-solving skills. 

• Ability to work a designated schedule, including nights and/or weekends, and overtime as needed. 

• Ability to stand for approximately 90% of a typical working day and lift up to 40 pounds for approximately 20% of a typical working day. 

• Ability to perform physical tasks including grasping, pinching, turning, and reaching above shoulder height. 

• Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship and demonstrated ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. 

Preferred Qualifications 

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED). 

• One (1) or more years of experience in food service, hospitality, customer service, or a related field. 

• Working knowledge of sanitation procedures.