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 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.
Nourish the world and your career as part of the Nutrition team at Abbott.
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®, Glucerna® and ZonePerfect® - to help get the nutrients they need to live their healthiest life.
For over 70 years, Abbott's Sturgis, Mich. , has been impacting its community while producing products that provide essential nutrition to millions of families around the world. Working here, you'll feel part of a family that is dedicated to making a difference and helping others.
WHAT WE OFFER
At Abbott, you can have a good job that can grow into a great career. We offer:
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
Free medical coverage for employees* via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO
Vacation - 3 weeks of accrued vacation (1st yr is prorated) + vacation buy program + 3 personal days + 10 paid holidays
Company Paid Pension Plan
401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match
Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save (https://www.abbott.com/corpnewsroom/strategy-and-strength/tackling-student-debt-for-our-employees.html) student debt program and FreeU (https://www.abbott.com/corpnewsroom/strategy-and-strength/college-degree-for-free-its-possible-with-freeu.html) 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 around the world 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 a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.
A stable company with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities
WHAT YOU'LL DO
The Continuous Improvement Specialist provides site-wide support in the areas of process improvement identification, execution, and sustainability. As part of the Continuous Improvement department, the Continuous Improvement Specialist also supports the plant with implementation of formal change management practices to ensure effective and sustainable improvements are implemented.
Major Responsibilities
Identify and/or implement process improvement projects utilizing project management and change management methodologies
Collaborate cross-functionally with individuals in different areas and levels of the plant, including facilitation of structured process for prioritization of projects
Lead projects with moderate scope/requirements/deadlines
Provide project updates to key stakeholders and senior leaders as appropriate
Actively supporting the site's Operational Excellence and Continuous Improvement programs
Observe, analyze, and support operations and quality processes to drive impactful business results
Participate and facilitate cross-functional events including Kaizen, focus-problem solving, root cause analysis (RCAs), and other continuous improvement related activities
Be actively engaged in the site's Project Management Office (PMO)
Work with appropriate personnel to obtain quotes or formalize projects, as appropriate, for identified scopes of work
Provide other plant support as assigned
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE YOU'LL BRING
Required
Bachelor's degree or equivalent technical experience plus demonstrated competence - necessary to understand plant operations
At least 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment
At least 1 year of experience in project management, including fundamental understanding of change management principles
Demonstrated capabilities with formal continuous improvement methodologies
Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (especially Excel and PowerPoint)
Demonstrated strengths in organization, communication, leadership, problem solving, collaboration and interpersonal/teamwork skills
Willingness and flexibility to work off-shifts when required based on project objectives/timelines
Preferred
Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt certification
Project scheduling/management/resourcing experience
High degree of familiarity with manufacturing processes
Learn more about our benefits that add real value to your life to help you live fully: www.abbottbenefits.com (http://www.abbottbenefits.com/pages/candidate.aspx)
Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that provides the growth and strength to build your future. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity and Military/Veteran friendly Employer, committed to employee diversity.
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The base pay for this position is $57,300.00 - $114,700.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
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 corpjat@abbott.com
