Lab Supervisor, Incoming Lab - Sturgis, MI Plant

Abbott; Sturgis (MI); On-site; USD 61,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Vacation and personal days

Tuition assistance

Wellness programs

Job summary

Abbott in Sturgis, MI is seeking a Lab Supervisor to oversee the Incoming Lab’s 3-shift operation. You will supervise 3–5 technicians, ensure timely sampling and testing of materials, and coordinate training and safety procedures.

The role requires a high school diploma with 2+ years of lab experience in a regulated setting and demonstrated leadership. Preferred: Bachelor's in Science or Food Technology and GMP knowledge.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• 2+ years' laboratory experience in a regulated industry.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Computer skills (MS Office).
• Good oral and written communication; problem-solving.
• Time management and priority management.

Responsibilities

• Supervise 3–5 technicians in incoming materials testing.
• Ensure timely receipt, sampling and testing of incoming materials.
• Assure completion of required training; train new hires in procedures and safety.
• Coordinate corrective actions and audits related to sanitation, GMP and compliance.
• Assist lab manager with budget planning and the department LRPs and long-range plans.

Skills

Leadership

Lab experience

Communication

Problem-solving

Time management

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's degree in Science or Food Technology

Tools

MS Office

Job description

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 122,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.Descritivo de Cargo**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:**The Opportunity****This position works out of our Sturgis, MI 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(R), PediaSure(R), Pedialyte(R), Ensure(R), and Glucerna(R)- to help them get the nutrients they need to live their healthiest lives.For over 70 years, Abbott's **Sturgis, Mich.**, has been impacting its community while producing products that provide essential nutrition to millions of families around the world. Working here, you'll feel part of a family that is dedicated to making a difference and helping others.**What You'll Work On*** This position is on 1st shift; however, is responsible for the Incoming Lab's 3-shift operation.* Direct Reports: 3-5 individuals. The team implements, maintains, and executes the receipt, sampling and testing of incoming materials for production use (raw ingredients and packaging material commodities).* Supervise technicians to ensure timely and accurate receipt, sampling and testing of incoming materials and maintain adequate production support.* Assure completion of required training per training manual; assure new hire personnel are properly trained in procedures, test methods and safety practices.* Train in all incoming testing methods and other processes to support the team with direct activity as needed to support the business needs.* Other responsibilities include troubleshooting, project work, proficiency testing, technician training and auditing methods, procedure reviews, vendor audits, technician performance reviews and budget planning/management.* Supervise the coordination of material holds and isolations.* Direct liaison with suppliers, Global Supplier Quality Assurance (GSQA) and Regional Incoming Quality Assurance (RIQA).* Works directly with GSQA and RIQA on vendor issues.* Maintain contact with the vendors who supply materials, keeping track of vendor performance, dispositioning nonconforming materials and vendor (CAPA) for all nonconformances.* Responsible for maintaining good working relationships with vendors, tracking vendor performance and address any performance issues with the vendor and following up on vendor corrective actions.* Prepare and coordinate corrective action program for sanitation, GMP, compliance and safety audits.* Tracks destructs for raw ingredients and packaging commodities on a monthly basis* Assists the lab manager with the Incoming Material budget and planning the department Long Range Plan (LRP).You will be accountable for meeting our compliance standards including FDA, OSHA and Abbott policies and procedures.**Required Qualifications*** High School Diploma/GED* 2+ years' work experience in a laboratory in a regulated industry or an equivalent combination of education and work experience* Demonstrated leadership skills.* Computer skills (MS Office)* Good oral and written communication skills* Demonstrated problem-solving skills* Time management skills; priority management skills**Preferred Qualifications*** Bachelor's degree in Science or Food Technology* 1+ years' experience in a supervisory role* Knowledge of applicable regulatory standards and requirements for infant formula and nutritionals* Experience working in a laboratory in a regulated manufacturing work environment with emphasis on infant formula manufacturing experienceIn 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.\\* 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:**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.Connect with us at, on Facebook at, and on Twitter @AbbottNews.**The base pay for this position is**$61,300.00 - $122,700.00In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.Família de CargoOperations QualityDivisãoANSC Nutrition Supply ChainLocalidadeUnited States > Sturgis: Building 12Localidades AdicionaisTurno de TrabalhoStandardViagemNoVigilância médicaNoAtividades de trabalho significativasContinuous 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), Continuous walking for prolonged periods (more than 2 hours at a time in an 8 hour day)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.pdfEEO is the Law link - Espanol: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO\\_Spanish.pdf* 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 plan* **Health care and well-being programs**including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programs, **Medical Benefits start day 1*** **Vacation - 120 hours of accrued vacation (1st yr is prorated) + vacation buy program + 3 personal days + 10 paid holidays*** Retiree Healthcare program* **Robust 401(k)**retirement savings with a generous company match* Tuition reimbursement, the student debt program and 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 communities* 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.