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.

Operational Excellence (OpEx) Specialist

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: 

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 bachelor’s 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 Tipp City, OH 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.

Tipp City, Ohio, is one of Abbott’s newest nutrition manufacturing facilities with technology that enhances production efficiency and product quality. Join us and you’ll be part of a family that’s dedicated to innovation and excellence and dedicated to nourishing millions of families around the world.

What You'll Work On

As the Operational Excellence (OpEx) Specialist, you'll have the opportunity to develop, implement and maintain components of an OpEx program such as Lean Six Sigma, value stream mapping, visual management and change management to drive continuous improvement and create a lean culture.  Additional responsibilities include:

Active support of the OpEx strategy in the plantAssist leadership in the identification of improvement projects to include cost reduction, cycle time reduction and waste eliminationLead and execute process improvement projects using OpEx/lean tools and techniquesDefine OpEx goals, project plans and coordinate project teams, ensuring that projects are integrated with business strategiesAssist in the technical deployment of OpExAssist the organization in the knowledge and understanding of metrics and measurements, which impact the total performance of the plantPerform statistical analysesComplete value stream mapping and process optimization studiesDrive visual management and data understanding throughout the plantInfluence and motivate employees to identify opportunities to apply lean techniques, tools and philosophies to include standard work, root cause analysis, 5S and visual management controlAct as a change agent and help team members learn, understand, adjust and grow within a continuous improvement cultureCommunicate OpEx briefings to senior leadership teamsDrive benchmarking and sharing of best practices internally and with other Abbott locations worldwideIncorporate OpEx practices into systems, processes and protocolsDeliver training on lean tools and OpEx initiativesCoach and support Green Belt candidates on proper use of tools and improvement processesLead Kaizen eventsEnsure project metrics and timelines are reported via appropriate systems in a timely mannerPartner with other functions within Abbott Nutrition to maximize opportunities for improvements and to build a sustainable OpEx program across the Supply ChainIdentify, collect, monitor and report critical OpEx metrics as required

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

Required Qualifications

High school diploma/GEDCertification or equivalent working knowledge of improvement tools and methodologiesKnowledge of applicable regulatory standards and requirements for infant formula and nutritionals2-5 years demonstrated success in applying continuous improvement/lean/Six Sigma tools2-5 years of experience in manufacturing operations and business improvementChange Management experienceProject management and team leadership experienceDemonstrated performance in delivering resultsExceptional analytical skillsHighly motivated process thinker that drives customer focused solutionsExcellent oral and written communication skillsExcellent interpersonal and group facilitation skillsExcellent computer skills

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Business, Operations or ScienceLean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt CertificationIndustrial Engineering experience

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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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 $60,000.00 – $120,000.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.