Lean and Flow Transformation Project Specialist

Abbott (abbottcareers2 board); United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott is seeking a Lean and Flow Transformation Project Specialist to drive sustainable changes across laboratories, focusing on improving quality systems in compliance with CLIA, CAP, and related regulations. You will work with leaders and teams to deliver measurable performance improvements while maintaining regulatory adherence.

Your role includes developing training, managing multiple projects, and promoting an open collaborative environment to achieve outstanding patient service and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in science or related field or equivalent experience
• Deep understanding of Lean and Flow techniques and tools
• Experience building sustainable solutions
• Fast, adaptable learner
• Understanding of automation, process control and quality

Responsibilities

• Execute Lean or Flow transformation projects with change management
• Lead cross-functional teams to improve processes with measurable results
• Develop KPI programs and scorecards for lab performance
• Introduce new product processes with Lean and Flow in laboratories
• Develop Lean/Flow training meeting quality and regulatory requirements
• Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and timely action on issues

Skills

Lean and Flow

Change management

KPI development

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Analytical thinking

Training development

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in science or related field

8 years Lean and Flow experience in lieu of degree

Tools

Automation

Process control

Job description

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 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

Position Overview

The Lean and Flow Transformation Project Specialist will work with cross-functional teams to deliver sustainable, measurable changes based on Lean and Flow concepts. The position is responsible to work seamlessly with leaders and teams of all laboratories, other enabling functions, and commercial business units to maintain and improve Quality Systems in compliance with CLIA, CAP, and other applicable regulations while improving Operational performance.

Essential Duties ( Include, but are not limited to):

• Execute Lean or Flow transformation projects as assigned. Utilize change management tools and techniques to ensure sustainable adoption.
• Identify, gain sponsorship for, and lead teams dedicated to process improvements with measurable results. Develop scorecards and other tracking mechanisms and ensure personal oversight and result attainment.
• Build and maintain meaningful and sustainable Key Performance Indicator (KPI) programs that demonstrate the performance and effectiveness of initiatives, including representative data from Pre-analytical, Analytical, Post-analytical, and Operational areas of each lab. Oversee practices for reporting & interpreting metrics and identifying trends to define pathways for addressing undesirable findings.
• Work with Clinical Laboratory leadership to introduce new product processes with Lean and Flow embedded.
• Develop Analytical and Pre-Analytical Lean and Flow training that meets all quality and regulatory requirements and deliver via successful adult learning methods, using trainee feedback to determine training effectiveness and employee satisfaction.
• Ensure adherence to CLIA/regulatory requirements and lab quality standard elements and ensure timeliness of actions in response to undesirable events.
• Identify and creatively solve cross-functional and internal issues that get in the way of successful outcomes, managing priorities accordingly.
• Develop or consult as necessary on development of standard operating procedures (SOP) required for introductions of Lean or Flow transformation improvements. Draft, edit, review, and approve SOPs as required or requested.
• As needed, consult with stakeholders across the industry and inside Abbott Cancer Diagnostics cross-functionally to seek solutions for strategic and operational challenges.
• Promote an open, collaborative environment built on trust to foster positive teamwork.
• Serve as a resource to inform on laboratory performance metrics to achieve and sustain outstanding quality and patient service.
• Communicate goals clearly to team members to ensure understanding and success in achieving them.
• Motivate and inspire employees to do their best work through coaching.
• Maintain morale and support employee engagement initiatives.
• Demonstrate ability to manage multiple projects with successful follow-through and timely delivery.
• Demonstrate strong communication, collaboration, financial acumen, business, professional judgment, and organizational development skills.
• Demonstrate ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects and initiatives with excellent project planning and execution skills.
• Exemplify strong interpersonal and teamwork skills; including the ability to easily convey concepts and priorities to peers, customers, and cross-functional teams.
• 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.
• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Ability to lift up to 10 pounds for approximately 5% of a typical working day.
• Ability to work on a mobile device, tablet, or in front of a computer screen and/or perform typing for approximately 80% of a typical working day.
• Ability and means to travel between Madison locations.
• Ability to travel 40% of working time away from work location, may include overnight/weekend travel.
• 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.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in scientific or related field; or high school degree/general education diploma and 8 years of Lean and Flow relevant experience in lieu of degree.
• Deep understanding of Lean and Flow techniques and tools.
• Experience building sustainable solutions.
• Fast, adaptable learner.
• Understanding of automation, process control and qua