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Abbott Analytical Laboratory Supervisor - Casa Grande, AZ Night Shift 6pm-6am in Casa Grande, Arizona
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 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.
Nourish the world and your career as part of the Nutrition team at Abbott.
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®, Glucerna® and ZonePerfect® – to help get the nutrients they need to live their healthiest life.
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.
Please note: This postion works on rotating schedule such as:
Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Friday and Saturday and Sunday
Week 2: Wednesday, Thursday
Week 3: Monday Tuesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
Week 4: Wednesday, Thursday
WHAT WE OFFER
At Abbott, you can have a good job that can grow into a great career. We offer:
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
Free medical coverage for employees* via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO
Vacation – 3 weeks of accrued vacation (1st yr is prorated) + vacation buy program + 3 personal days + 10 paid holidays
Company Paid Pension Plan
401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match
Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save (https://www.abbott.com/corpnewsroom/strategy-and-strength/tackling-student-debt-for-our-employees.html) student debt program and FreeU (https://www.abbott.com/corpnewsroom/strategy-and-strength/college-degree-for-free-its-possible-with-freeu.html) 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 company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.
A stable company with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities
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.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
This function has the responsibility for reviewing all SOP’s for any job task he/she may carry out and ensure he/she fully understands and adheres to the SOP.
This Job function will change where update procedures to GMP, EHS, Technical / New Equipment, Quality Procedures & SOP’s are made.
This list of responsibilities may change depending on plant needs and employees are expected to be adaptable and flexible where this need arises.
The Analytical Laboratory Supervisor will manage a team of laboratory technicians and ensure all testing associated with Batch Release is carried out and analyzed to ensure product manufactured is a safe and high quality product.
Allocation, scheduling and managing laboratory resources for group's activities and managing the Kronos Time and Attendance System
Coordinating and prioritizing (internal and third party laboratory) testing to ensure testing is completed on time to meet release metrics and market requirements
Review and approval of all batch paperwork including audit trails and authorizing test results on LIMS
Recruitment of new laboratory technicians and support in their training programs.
Setting goals and completing performance reviews for analytical team and providing opportunities for development.
Attending Daily Process meetings and maintaining good communications with process department.
Maintain timely Equipment PM and Calibration schedules and the coordination of the repair of equipment breakdowns
Maintain a good level of housekeeping and good manufacturing practices within the laboratory and the completion of regular GMP audits.
Maintain a high standard of Good Laboratory Practice and Safety Compliance, be audit ready and identify areas for improvement.
Preparation and implementation of QA SOPs and test methods. Ensuring adherence and making recommendations to quality system improvements. Periodic Review of Policies and Procedures.
Maintain accurate training curriculum on Compliance Wire to reflect the various laboratory technician roles.
Coordination of in-process and final product analytical analysis.
Coordination of analytical analysis for incoming ingredients.
The function will support laboratory projects in relation to test method transfers, new equipment introduction and validation and data integrity initiatives.
The function will manage LIR (Laboratory Investigation Reports) and support all laboratory related QRs / investigations to reach root cause and identify corrective/ preventive actions
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE YOU’LL BRING
Bachelor's 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
Learn more about our benefits that add real value to your life to help you live fully: www.abbottbenefits.com (http://www.abbottbenefits.com/pages/candidate.aspx)
Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that provides the growth and strength to build your future. 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 $56,700.00 – $113,300.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Abbot welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce.
We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.
To request accommodation, please call 224-667-4913 or email corpjat@abbott.com