Continuous Improvement Engineer, Distribution Center

abbott; Avon (IN); On-site; USD 61,300 - 122,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Tuition assistance

401(k) matching

Career development

Job summary

Abbott is seeking an experienced professional to design the future state of operations at our Avon, Indiana location. This role drives operational excellence from launch to stabilization within the CRM division and requires hands‑on pharmaceutical/biological process expertise.

The position emphasizes data analysis, Kaizen leadership, and Lean methodologies. You will collaborate cross‑functionally to implement process improvements in a highly regulated distribution environment, onsite daily.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree required.
• Minimum 1 year relevant experience.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt preferred.
• Experience with automation, robotics, goods‑to‑person systems, conveyors, or warehouse execution systems.
• Experience in medical device, pharmaceutical, e‑commerce, high‑volume fulfillment, or regulated distribution environments.
• Strong data analysis skills using Excel, Power BI, SQL, Tableau, and related tools.

Responsibilities

• Design the future state and drive operational excellence from launch through stabilization.
• Implement and maintain pharmaceutical/biological processes.
• Model processes and units operations and develop specifications for processing equipment.
• Conduct tests and measurements to control variables like temperature, density, and viscosity.
• Lead improvement projects and Kaizen events to drive measurable results.
• Collaborate with operations, engineering, inventory, quality, and IT to implement changes.

Skills

Data analysis

Kaizen leadership

Lean Six Sigma

Change management

Stakeholder influence

Communication

Education

Associates Degree

Tools

Excel

Power BI

SQL

Tableau

WMS

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION:

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.

THIS IS AN ONSITE DAILY REQUIRED POSITION.

Main Purpose of the Role

This position works out of our Avon location in the CRM Division. Design the future state and drive operational excellence from launch through stabilization.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• As the Experienced professional in the Pharmaceutical/Biological Process Sub-Function, possesses well developed skills in implementing and maintaining pharmaceutical/biological processes.
• Calculates and organizes all data for complex process flow sheets including instrumentation and control considerations.
• Models processes and units operations.
• Ensures proper sequence of operation and prepares specifications and operating instructions for processing equipment.
• Conducts tests and measurements throughout stages of production to determine control over such variables as temperature, density, pressure and viscosity.
• Services, troubleshoots, and solves engineering problems with processes or equipment already in operation.
• Ensures processes and procedures are in compliance with regulations.
• May be responsible for corrective and preventive actions and investigation management.

Qualifications

Education

Associates Degree (± 13 years)

Experience/Background

Minimum 1 year relevant experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting a greenfield distribution center startup, major network expansion, or warehouse transformation.
• Demonstrated success improving productivity, quality, throughput, inventory accuracy, and labor utilization through Lean methodologies.
• Strong data analysis skills using Excel, Power BI, SQL, Tableau, WMS data, or similar analytical tools.
• Hands‑on experience conducting time studies, labor planning, process mapping, and value stream mapping.
• Proven ability to lead Kaizen events and drive measurable business results through continuous improvement projects.
• Experience partnering with operations, engineering, inventory, quality, and IT teams to implement process improvements.
• Comfortable developing standard work, visual management systems, tier boards, KPIs, and operational routines.
• Strong communication and change management skills with a track record of influencing stakeholders and driving adoption.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt.
• Experience with automation, robotics, goods‑to‑person systems, conveyor systems, or warehouse execution systems.
• Experience in medical device, pharmaceutical, e‑commerce, high‑volume fulfillment, or highly regulated distribution environments.

WHAT WE OFFER :

• A fast‑paced work environment where your safety is our priority
• 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
• Paid time off
• 401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match
• The stability of a company with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities

Apply Now

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 Employer, committed to employee diversity.

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The base pay for this position is

$61,300.00 – $122,700.00

In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

JOB FAMILY:

Engineering

DIVISION:

CRM Cardiac Rhythm Management

LOCATION:

United States > Avon : 10223 Veterans Drive

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

WORK SHIFT:

Standard

TRAVEL:

Not specified

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:

No

SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:

Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Continuous standing for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday)

Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans. EEO is the Law link - English: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_English.pdf EEO is the Law link - Espanol: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_Spanish.pdf