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Front Line LeaderAbbott • Columbus, Nebraska, USA
Front Line Leader

Front Line Leader

Abbott • Columbus, Nebraska, USA
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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 114000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

JOB DESCRIPTION :

Abbott is a global healthcare leader creating breakthrough science to improve peoples health. Were 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 Abbotts first manufacturing facility in the world making us a leader in science-backed nutrition products. Working here youll 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. Youll 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 (1st yr is prorated) vacation buy program 3 personal days 10 paid holidays
  • Retiree Healthcare program
  • Robust 401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match
  • Tuition reimbursement the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelors 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 stablecompany with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities
  • A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as the best place to work for diversity working mothers female executives and scientists.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Responsible for the overall results for a single shift of a manufacturing operations line. Coordinate activities for the shift team to ensure delivery of all key performance metrics including those in Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Quality Finance Productivity and People. Lead efforts required in delivering quality and compliance performance for the shift / line of accountability. Initiate manage and make decisions which impact product quality. Manage budget accountability for Headcount Overtime and direct expenses for a shift and / or line. Track trend and continuously improve budgetary performance for direct expenses headcount overtime (OT) Operating Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) production (Unit / Hour Pounds / Hour) Material Usage Variance (MUV) and Scrap and Cost Improvement Projects (CIP). Drive OEE performance understand the drivers and develop and execute plans around improvement of line performance and quality metrics with support from the direct manager. Understand all key performance indicators driving and executing plans for improvement through team engagement. Drive a culture of engagement through the team and department. Directly supervises team and participates in staffing activities. Develop all line personnel by securing appropriate training providing mentoring and assigning progressively challenging stretch responsibilities within the scope of the team and department accountabilities.

WHAT YOULL DO

Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) :

  • Model and promote the behaviors that support a continuously improving EHS culture by engaging with employees and other key stakeholders in ensuring all EHS requirements are met inclusive of internal and external regulatory objectives and direction.
  • Coach and direct individuals in delivering EHS performance for themselves their team and department.
  • Preparation and active participation in internal and external EHS audits and incident / accident investigation and reporting; coupled with timely implementation of corrective and preventative actions.
  • Quality :

  • Model and promote the behaviors that ensure delivery of high quality products for customers while maintaining compliance with Abbott policies and procedures meeting all local and statutory requirements and adhering to the regulatory requirements of countries to which products are shipped.
  • Preparation and active participation in internal and external Quality audits and incident investigation and reporting; coupled with timely implementation of corrective and preventative action.
  • Finance / Business Acumen :

  • Model and promote a thorough understanding of what drives product costs profitability and cash flow for the shift and within the department while operating within budget material utilization and Cost Improvement Program goals.
  • Manage budget accountability for Headcount OT and direct expenses for a shift and / or line.
  • Track trend and continuously improve budgetary performance for direct expenses Headcount OT Operating Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) production (Unit / Hour Pounds / Hour) Material Usage Variance (MUV) and Scrap and Cost Improvement Projects (CIP).
  • Understand financial statements key performance measures and provide input for all line budgetary decisions.
  • Develop the skills necessary to manage financial budgetary line items involving headcount management overtime scrap reduction and MUV.
  • Share in the preparation of the annual budget and any updating reviews.
  • Direct Financial accountability up to $ 2MM USD.
  • Productivity :

  • Promote and Drive continuous improvement programs utilizing common problem-solving tools and methodologies in processes and procedures within the shift / operating line / department for root cause analysis and resolution of issues.
  • Actively plan and organize the day to day manufacturing operations and schedules.
  • Anticipate and drive proper alignment and prioritization between production and support teams.
  • People :

  • Model and promote organizational values by providing effective leadership direction development and support to the team.
  • Assure team members are trained and understand duties responsibilities and performance against established expectations.
  • Provide timely coaching counseling and feedback.
  • Develop all line personnel by securing appropriate training providing mentoring and assigning progressively challenging stretch responsibilities within the scope of the team and department accountabilities.
  • Engage in drafting own goals lead the process of development of team goals and growth planning.
  • Create a learning environment and support individuals learning and development plans.
  • Ensure delivery of effective performance management while establishing and sustaining a positive work environment.
  • Execution of on time performance reviews for direct reports.
  • Establish a communications framework that assures timely and relevant transfer of information to and from all levels and functional areas of the organization.
  • Ensure compliance with all HR practices policies and procedures. Understand and effectively use the rewards and recognition programs.
  • Champion positive employee relations by maintaining a high-profile presence on the floor direct engagement with employees regular open communications and encouraging knowledge sharing and open exchange of ideas.
  • Responsible for implementing and maintaining the effectiveness of the quality system.
  • REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelors Degree in Business Science Food Technology Engineering or relevant area
  • Minimum 2 years of experience in a regulated manufacturing or production facility
  • Demonstrated leadership skills
  • PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Previous experience working in a regulated manufacturing work environment with preference being for food pharmaceuticals medical devices cosmetics etc.
  • Experience utilizing project planning and execution tools
  • Green Belt Certification but not required
  • 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 ()

    Learn more about our health and wellness benefits which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives :

  • Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.
  • 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.

    Connect with us at on Facebook at and on Twitter @AbbottNews.

    The base pay for this position is

    $60000.00 $120000.00

    In specific locations the pay range may vary from the range posted.

    JOB FAMILY : Manufacturing

    DIVISION :

    ANSC Nutrition Supply Chain

    LOCATION : United States >

    Columbus : Columbus Plant

    ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS :

    WORK SHIFT :

    Standard

    TRAVEL : Not specified

    MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE :

    Not Applicable

    SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES :

    Continuous standing for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day) Continuous walking for prolonged periods (more than 2 hours at a time in an 8 hour day)

    Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities / Women / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans.

    EEO is the Law link - English :

    EEO is the Law link - Espanol :

    Key Skills

    Category Management,Corporate Paralegal,Access Control System,Ftp,Channel Sales,IT System Administration

    Employment Type : Full-Time

    Experience : years

    Vacancy : 1

    Monthly Salary Salary : 60000 - 120000

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