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:
Production Supervisor
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:
- Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.
- Employees can qualify forfree medical coverage in ourHealth Investment Plan (HIP) PPOmedical 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 bachelors 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 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
This position works out of our Altavista VA 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.
Altavista Va. is one of Abbotts largest nutrition manufacturing plants equipped with advanced technology to ensure efficient production. Working here will make you feel like youre part of a family that works together to make a difference and help nourish millions of families around the world.
What Youll Work On
- Coordinating production team activities to deliver performance for the shift/line
- Developing team members through training programs and timely coaching and feedback
- Modeling and promoting behaviors to drive a culture of safety and quality compliance
- Driving operational efficiencies and understanding performance based on key metrics
- Promoting a continuous improvement culture using problem-solving skills
- Managing expenses including labor and overtime costs
- Modeling and promoting accountability to our compliance standards including FDA OSHA and Abbott policies and procedures
Youll be accountable for meeting our compliance standards including FDA OSHA and Abbott policies and procedures.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in business science food technology or engineering or two years supervisory experience in a regulated industry with a GED/High School diploma
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
Learn more about our health and wellness benefits which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives:
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:
Manufacturing
DIVISION:
ANSC Nutrition Supply Chain
LOCATION:
United States > Altavista : Building 1
ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:
WORK SHIFT:
Standard
TRAVEL:
Yes 5 % of the Time
MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:
No
SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:
Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day) 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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