Senior Manufacturing Supervisor- 2nd Shift

Overview

Abbott is a global healthcare leader with a portfolio spanning diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

Senior Manufacturing Supervisor - 2nd shift

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.
• Eligibility for medical coverage in the 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 path to a bachelor’s degree.
• A company recognized as a great place to work in many countries and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.
• Recognition as a leading employer for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

This position is in Plymouth, MN, in the Electrophysiology (EP) medical device division. Abbott’s EP business advances the treatment of heart disease through breakthrough technologies in atrial fibrillation, enabling people to restore their health.

This role drives continuous improvement and lean principles. It is responsible for the shift’s performance in safety, quality, on-time delivery, and cost.

• Maintain high visibility with production staff; use a hands-on approach to communicate daily and involve staff in problem solving.
• Develop a high-performance work team with high morale, satisfaction, and performance.
• Create a respectful work environment by listening, seeking facts, managing reactions, and addressing unacceptable behavior.
• Provide coaching and performance communication to support development.
• Review production schedules to identify and resolve problems.
• Ensure product quality through standard work, training, and use of tools/data.
• Support and implement new, customer-focused processes aligned with lean principles; provide training and coaching to improve standard work, 5S, and housekeeping; lead change as required.
• Encourage continuous improvement and empower staff to challenge processes and implement solutions.
• Assist production staff in understanding company policies and practices.
• Maintain time and production records; communicate with staff daily about performance, safety, quality, and policy changes.
• Communicate with other supervisors and personnel regarding equipment, schedules, and policies.
• Hire and retain a diverse, qualified staff and maintain a safe, professional environment.
• Support Company initiatives related to QMS, EMS, and regulatory requirements.
• Utilize Root Cause Problem Solving techniques and lead cross-functional teams to resolve product quality issues.
• Improve product quality, labor efficiency, and throughput with Lean manufacturing concepts.

2nd Shift: Mon - Thurs approximately 3:30 PM – 2:30 AM (times may shift to accommodate other schedules).

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, operations, life sciences, or related field required or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 4 years’ experience in manufacturing operations leadership.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and project management skills.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to set goals and provide constructive feedback.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to travel approximately 10%, including internationally.

• 4+ years in a regulated manufacturing environment (medical device or pharmaceutical preferred).
• Knowledge of FDA regulations, ISO 13485, and GMP.
• Lean manufacturing principles and tools.
• Cleanroom operations and contamination control.

Abbott offers a fast-paced work environment with safety as a priority, along with opportunities for training and career development. Benefits include:

• Training and career development, with onboarding programs 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.
• Paid time off.
• 401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match.
• Stable company with strong financial performance and active community involvement.

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The base pay for this position is $78,000.00 – $. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.