Analytical Lab Supervisor Casa Grande Nutrition Plant Arizona
Casa Grande, AZ - USA
Job Summary
The role of Analytical Laboratory Supervisor is to provide support to the Analytical department by providing management and direction to a group of laboratory technicians overseeing daily operations to monitor testing on ingredients at in process and finished product and assist in preparation and implementation of laboratory procedures and test methods quality systems and training programs.
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 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 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 Casa Grande Arizona 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.
Casa Grande AZ. is one of Abbotts leading nutrition manufacturing plants in the U.S. reflecting our commitment to innovation and excellence. But were more than just a company were a family. Working here youll be part of a family that works together to make a difference and enhance the lives of millions worldwide.
What Youll Work On
- Lead coach and develop a team of laboratory technicians including recruitment onboarding training goal setting and performance management
- Plan allocate and manage laboratory resources and schedules including oversight of the Kronos Time and Attendance system
- Coordinate and prioritize internal and third-party laboratory testing to meet release timelines market demands and performance metrics
- Review and approve batch documentation including audit trails and authorize test results in LIMS
- Ensure all laboratory activities comply with SOPs GMP EHS and quality standards; review SOPs regularly and ensure team adherence
- Develop update and implement QA procedures SOPs and analytical test methods; lead periodic reviews and continuous improvement initiatives
- Oversee in-process finished product and incoming ingredient analytical testing
- Maintain equipment reliability by ensuring timely preventive maintenance (PM) calibration and coordination of repairs
- Support laboratory-related investigations (LIRs QRs) identify root causes and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs)
- Support key laboratory projects including method transfers new equipment implementation validation and data integrity initiatives
- Maintain accurate training curricula in Compliance Wire aligned with laboratory roles and regulatory requirements
- Collaborate cross-functionally by participating in daily process meetings and maintaining strong communication with operations
Additional Information:
- Employees are expected to remain flexible and adaptable as responsibilities may evolve based on business and plant needs
Required Qualifications
Bachelors Degree in a science related or engineering discipline ie chemistry
Three years management experience in the food pharmaceutical biotech or analytical laboratory industries is desirable
Direct supervisory experience with strong people management skills
Full understanding of GMP/ FDA requirements
Knowledge and experience of a wide range of techniques such as HPLC ICP
Very good understanding of the Laboratory Analytical requirements.
Excellent interpersonal and computer skills and the ability to work as an effective member of a high-performance team.
Batch testing is critical to overall quality of the product. Incorrect results could potentially lead to a rejected batch or distressed inventory
Shift
Please note: This is a 12-hour Day shift position from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM and allows you to have every other weekend off.
Week 1: Mon - OFF Tues - OFF Wed - 12 hours Thurs - 12 hours Fri - OFF Sat - OFF Sun - OFF
Week 2: Mon - 12 hours Tues - 12 hours Wed - OFF Thurs - OFF Fri - 12 hours Sat - 12 hours Sun - 12 hours
Week 3: Mon - OFF Tues - OFF Wed - 12 hours Thurs - 12 hours Fri - OFF Sat - OFF Sun OFF
Week 4 :Mon - 12 hours Tues - 12 hours Wed - OFF Thurs - OFF Fri - 12 hours Sat - 12 hours Sun - 12 hours
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The base pay for this position is
$61300.00 $122700.00In specific locations the pay range may vary from the range posted.
Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.
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