Line Leader Operator — GMP Manufacturing

Thornton Tomasetti; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott in Columbus, OH is seeking a Team Lead Operator to guide daily production activities on the manufacturing line, ensuring GMP compliance and operational excellence. You will coach operators, troubleshoot line issues, coordinate with maintenance, and collaborate with Quality Assurance, Processing, Material Control, Scheduling, and other departments.

The role demands a strong knowledge of production operations, hands-on leadership, and the ability to drive continuous improvement while

Qualifications

• HSD or GED required; Associate’s degree or higher strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years in the department and fully trained/signed-off on all equipment, machines, and processes within the department.
• Minimum of 3 years of related work experience in food, pharmaceutical, or nutrition manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of regulatory standards, GMP, EHS&S protocols, and sanitation practices.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a consistent presence on the production line—coach, train, and mentor operators, ensuring competence and adherence to safety and quality standards.
• Communicate effectively across departments including Quality Assurance, Processing, Material Control, Scheduling, and Corporate functions; advise on performance issues.
• Collaborate with Division Manufacturing, Engineering, Product Research and Development, Human Resources, Material Control and Scheduling, Purchasing, Distribution, and Contract Manufacturing.
• Identify, recommend, and implement operational enhancements to reduce manufacturing costs and improve efficiency.
• Troubleshoot, perform first‑level maintenance, CIP, Master Sanitation, and Preventive Maintenance tasks on all line equipment.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

GMP

EHS&S protocols

Sanitation practices

Education

HSD or GED

Associate’s degree or higher

Job description

Abbott in Columbus, OH is seeking a Team Lead Operator to guide daily production activities on the manufacturing line, ensuring GMP compliance and operational excellence. You will coach operators, troubleshoot line issues, coordinate with maintenance, and collaborate with Quality Assurance, Processing, Material Control, Scheduling, and other departments.

The role demands a strong knowledge of production operations, hands-on leadership, and the ability to drive continuous improvement while