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 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

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. You’ll 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 assistanceFinancial security through competitive compensation, incentives and retirement planHealth care and well-being programs including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programs, Medical Benefits start day 1Vacation – 120 hours of accrued vacation (1st yr is prorated) + vacation buy program + 3 personal days + 10 paid holidaysRetiree Healthcare programRobust 401(k) retirement savings with a generous company matchTuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU 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 stable company with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communitiesA 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, Ariz., is one of Abbott’s leading nutrition manufacturing plants in the U.S., reflecting our commitment to innovation and excellence. But we’re more than just a company, we’re a family. Working here you’ll be part of a family that works together to make a difference and enhance the lives of millions worldwide.

You’ll be accountable for meeting our compliance standards including FDA, OSHA and Abbott policies and procedures.

What You’ll Work On

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.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.Conduct preventative maintenance programs, inspects, lubricates, repairs, and overhauls a wide variety of mechanical, plumbing and electrical, but not limited to: 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.Able to understand how to close gaps identified in Maintenance and training processes to close gaps and drive maintenance to become less tactical and more strategicModel and promote organizational values by providing effective leadership, direction, development and support to the team.Engage in drafting own goals, lead the process of development of team goals and growth planning.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.Manage and guide the TPM team(s)  to improve quality and increase productivity on the line. Communicates to line the High Performance Work Team daily while maintaining a constant floor  presence. Maintains a safe work environment with 100% training and compliance to applicable procedures.Coordinates activities related to shift starts and changes. Leads and coordinates daily activities of the shift team to meet daily requirements that positively impact the rest of the multi-shift line results. Active participation in team and department projects including responsibility for execution of assigned actions. Track, trend & report on established KPI's; communicating to functional manager and site leadership team on accomplishments, opportunities for improvement and planned actions.

Management:

Provide training, guidance, and mentorship to plant maintenance staff members.Drive a culture of engagement through the High Performance Work Team. Directly supervises and trains team and participates in performing repairs and staffing activities.Provide timely coaching, counseling and feedback. 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

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in business, science, food technology, engineering OR 2 to 4 years of experience with maintenance responsibility in a regulated industry.

Demonstrated leadership skills in a plant maintenance environmentKnowledge of project planning tools and experience using themExperience working with and implementing Continuous Improvement tools & methodologies.

Preferred Qualifications

CMMS experience – scheduling, planning, developing job plansexecuting work and documenting all aspects of work to asset level.

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 (eeoc.gov)

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* Participants who complete a short wellness assessment qualify for FREE coverage in our HIP PPO medical plan. Free coverage applies in the next calendar year.

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

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 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.