Laboratory Optimization and Master Scheduler

Abbott Laboratories; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 61,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

FreeU education

Job summary

Abbott Laboratories in Madison, WI is seeking a Laboratory Optimization and Master Scheduler to drive operational excellence across Exact Sciences clinical laboratories. The role focuses on assessing, mapping and streamlining processes using Lean methodologies to boost productivity and ensure governance.

You will develop KPIs, partner with lab managers, lead change management, perform time studies, maintain SIPOC diagrams, and travel between Madison locations as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in science or related field.
• 3+ years of laboratory experience with 2+ years of LIS operating.
• 1+ years’ experience monitoring and analyzing lab metrics.
• Demonstrated understanding of lab processes and TAKT time.

Responsibilities

• Develop and improve Lean solutions for high-volume labs.
• Lead cross-functional Lean transformation projects.
• Monitor KPIs and report impact of improvements.
• Collaborate with lab management to implement workflow enhancements.

Skills

Data analysis

Process analysis

TAKT time

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in science or related field

Tools

Laboratory Information System (LIS)

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.

Working at Abbott

• 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 Abbott Cancer Diagnostics Division at 1 Exact Lane Madison, WI.

Position Overview

The Laboratory Optimization and Master Scheduler plays a critical role in driving operational excellence and ensuring robust governance across multiple test platform across Exact Sciences clinical laboratories.

This position is responsible for assessing, mapping and streamlining existing processes within laboratory operations to enhance productivity using Lean methodologies. They will also track and create key performance indicators and other metrics to measure efficiency and make data-driven recommendations for improvement. The Laboratory Optimization and Master Scheduler will also be responsible for collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders to identify process improvement opportunities.

This position is field based in Madison, WI.

Essential Duties Include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Develop, maintain and improve bespoke flow diagrams and other Lean solutions for commercial products or high-volume clinical trials for Labs across the Exact Sciences network.
• Leverage cross-functional resources as required to achieve goals.
• Lead and execute Lean or Flow transformation projects as assigned.
• Utilize change management tools and techniques to ensure sustainable adoption.
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess the impact of process improvements.
• Collaborate with laboratory management to evaluate and implement improvements in process workflow and operational efficiency.
• Work cross-functionally with lab managers and stakeholders to promote and lead change management initiatives and ensure the longer sustainability and integration of workflow improvements.
• Conduct time studies on laboratory processes to identify inefficiencies, establish baseline metrics and support data-driven improvement initiatives.
• Maintain lab operations SIPOC diagrams to ensure accurate process mapping and alignment across cross-functional teams.
• Ensure data accuracy, accessibility and relevance for stakeholders.
• Identify and creatively solve cross-functional and internal issues that get in the way of successful outcomes, managing priorities accordingly.
• Utilize external Lean resources as appropriate.
• Uphold company mission and values through accountability, innovation, integrity, quality, and teamwork.
• Support and comply with the company’s Quality Management System policies and procedures.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
• Ability to act with an inclusion mindset and model these behaviors for the organization.
• Ability to comply with any applicable personal protective equipment requirements.
• Ability and means to travel between Madison locations.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in scientific or related field.
• 3+ years of laboratory experience with 2+ years of Laboratory Information System operating.
• 1+ years’ experience in monitoring and analyzing key laboratory metrics.
• Demonstrated understanding of lab processes, TAKT time, interpreting and analyzing data.
• Demonstrated ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation.
• Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Lean, Flow, Six Sigma training/experience or certification.
• Experience in using data analysis applications.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to work on a mobile device, tablet, or in front of a computer screen and/or perform typing for approximately 90% of a typical working day.
• Ability to travel 25% of working time away from work location which may include overnight/weekend travel.

Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: https://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.

Connect with us at abbott.com, on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/abbott-/, and on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/AbbottCareers.

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.