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JOB DESCRIPTION:
ABOUT ABBOTT
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
The Maintenance Front Line Leader is a working supervisor who leads a small team of maintenance technicians and supports the ongoing production operation of an aseptic liquid nutritional manufacturing facility.
WHAT YOULL DO
Maintenance:
- Assist in development planning and execution of all plant-related maintenance activities including Preventative Predictive and Demand maintenance work
- Develop and refine detailed maintenance job plans and procedures
- Provide training guidance and mentorship to plant maintenance staff members
- Trouble-shoot and resolve equipment-related issues that impact ongoing production
- Work with the Operations Engineering and Quality teams to investigate identify root cause and implement corrective actions for equipment-related failures
- Drive continuous improvement in performance within Maintenance Operations Quality and Safety
People:
- Model and promote organizational values by providing effective leadership direction development and support to the team. Drive a culture of engagement through the High-Performance Work Team. Directly supervises team and participates in performing repairs and staffing activities.
- 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 accountability
- 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
- Follows escalation reporting process with inputs from peers/manager for decision making as required. Make and communicate decisions that are appropriate for level of accountability.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Conduct preventative maintenance programs inspect lubricate repair and overhaul a wide variety of mechanical plumbing and electrical including Fire protection systems building HVAC egress systems and exit lighting. Analyze equipment breakdowns to determine source of trouble or malfunction. Recommend and or perform repairs to equipment.
- Close gaps identified in Maintenance and training processes to become less tactical and more strategic
- Manage and guide the TPM team(s) to improve quality and increase productivity on the line. Communicate to line the High-Performance Work Team daily while maintaining a constant floor presence. Maintain a safe work environment with 100% training and compliance to applicable procedures.
- Coordinate activities related to shift starts and changes. Lead and coordinate daily activities of the shift team to meet daily requirements that positively impact the rest of the multi-shift line results. Work with direct manager other Front Line Leaders and other management to establish the High Performance Work Team culture where people feel empowered are accountable for the business and continuously improving the shift and the line.
- Promote team department and site goals through team communications and provide direction and guidance towards achievement
- Track trend & report on established KPIs; communicating to functional manager and site leadership team on accomplishments opportunities for improvement and planned actions
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelors degree in Mechanical/Industrial/Electrical/Manufacturing Engineering or a related discipline
- Demonstrated leadership skills in a plant maintenance environment
- Maintenance equipment troubleshooting experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Previous experience working in a regulated manufacturing work environment
- Experience utilizing project planning and execution tools
- CMMS experience Scheduling planning developing job plans
- Experience working with and implementing Continuous Improvement tools & methodologies
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.
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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:
Facilities & Maintenance
DIVISION:
ANSC Nutrition Supply Chain
LOCATION:
United States > Columbus : Columbus Plant
ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:
WORK SHIFT:
Standard
TRAVEL:
No
MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:
No
SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:
Continuous standing for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day)
Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.
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