Maitenance Group Leader, Night Shift

1003 Abbott Laboratories; United States; On-site; USD 39,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott Park, IL is seeking a Maintenance Group Leader to oversee a night‑shift team of maintenance mechanics. The role combines 70% hands‑on mechanical work with 30% leadership and coordination, reporting to the Zone Supervisor to meet maintenance goals and ensure safe operations.

The position emphasizes preventive maintenance, repairs on motors, and coordination with Utilities Operations and COR. Ideal candidates bring leadership experience, Maximo knowledge, and strong communication skills to

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 6+ years of related field experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of various software applications.
• Familiar with maintenance tools and equipment.
• Experience with Maintenance Management systems (Maximo).
• Demonstrated leadership and people skills.
• Strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Hands-on maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs as primary duties.
• Lead and coordinate night‑shift maintenance activities and personnel.
• Review work orders, ensure accurate documentation, and on‑time completion.
• Coordinate parts, tools, and resources; communicate progress and delays.
• Provide coaching and on‑the‑job training to mechanics as needed.
• Ensure safety, quality, and regulatory compliance in daily work.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Written communication

Maximo

Multi-skill capability

Team coordination

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Maximo

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.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Working at Abbott:

At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and 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 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 around the world 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 a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

The Opportunity

This position works out of our Abbott Park, IL location within the GES Global Engineering Services division. This is an onsite position.

Maintenance Group Leader serves as a hands‑on mechanical lead for assigned maintenance mechanics on night shift. The role is 70% hands‑on mechanical work and 30% leading and coordinating the group. Reports directly to the Zone Supervisor to support successful night‑shift operation and ensure maintenance initiatives and assigned workload are completed. Acts as the group’s mechanical technical resource while coordinating work assignments, maintaining accurate documentation, and reviewing workload performance. Provides support to Utilities Operations and the COR team to monitor conditions, address maintenance needs, and help ensure a safe and functional operation.

What You’ll Work On

• Maintains a personal mechanical workload and works alongside assigned mechanics.
• Hands‑on maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs are the primary responsibility, not an as‑needed activity.
• Performs building maintenance and general mechanical repairs in support of manufacturing, HVAC, plant operations (utilities / facilities), and general office areas.
• Performs mechanical maintenance and repairs on motors; completes shaft alignments and minor pipe fitting within the individual's training, qualifications, and scope of work.
• Conducts job site visits and reviews work requests to determine exact job requirements, identify mechanical problems, and establish the appropriate repair approach.
• Identifies, communicates, and obtains the parts, materials, and tools needed for assigned repairs.
• Completes assigned mechanical work safely and on time, checks repair quality and equipment function, and accurately documents work performed and any remaining follow‑up needs.
• Uses field experience to identify recurring mechanical problems and improve work methods.
• Performs hands‑on work supporting maintenance initiatives and special projects assigned by the Zone Supervisor.

Leading and Coordinating the Group - 30%

• Conducts the Daily Business Review (DBR) with assigned mechanics to review key performance indicators (KPIs), workload completion and performance, outstanding work, and barriers. Identifies follow‑up actions and communicates gaps to the Zone Supervisor.
• Reviews work orders and shift documentation for accuracy and completeness, including work performed, labor recorded, job status, and follow‑up needs. Ensures assigned mechanics correct documentation gaps.
• Reviews night‑shift priorities and workload with the Zone Supervisor.
• Coordinates daily assignments and resources for assigned trades based on job requirements, skills, availability, and operational needs. Keeps workload flowing by checking job readiness, coordinating parts and tools, monitoring progress, and addressing delays.
• Escalates resource shortages and priority conflicts to the Zone Supervisor.
• Provides mechanical technical guidance, coaching, mentoring, and on‑the‑job training. Identifies training needs and coordinates additional technical support with the Zone Supervisor when needed.
• Provides night‑shift support with Utilities Operations and the COR team to monitor operating conditions, address maintenance needs, and communicate conditions that could affect safe and functional operation.
• Communicates work status to customers and affected work groups.
• Provides the Zone Supervisor and incoming shift with a clear handoff of completed work, open issues, equipment status, and remaining workload.
• Reinforces safety requirements, company quality systems and standards, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Monitors work quality and timely completion, and escalates safety, quality, or performance concerns to the Zone Supervisor.

Scope

Accountable for completing mechanical assignments while coordinating work, maintaining accurate documentation, and supporting completion of night‑shift maintenance initiatives. Works under the direction of the Zone Supervisor. Provides day‑to‑day work coordination and technical guidance; escalates matters requiring supervisory decisions or additional resources. Monitors assigned work to minimize risk of injury, property damage, and unintended impact on qualified operations or business continuity, including Utilities Operations and COR activities. Applies mechanical judgment, understands the skills and limitations of the assigned team, and coordinates appropriate support to maintain safe work and minimize disruption to operations.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 6+ years of experience work experience in a related field.
• Must possess good written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be knowledgeable of various software applications.
• Must have multi‑skill capability and be familiar with the application and operation of tools and equipment used by various groups.
• Must be knowledgeable of various systems used in operations including Maintenance Management computer applications, Maximo along with a thorough knowledge of all relevant Abbott policies and procedures.
• In addition to hands‑on work experience, the individual must have demonstrated leadership skills and interest during the performance of his/her regular work responsibilities, including directing work activities of others.
• Must also have demonstrated the interpersonal skills needed to communicate and work with customers.
• Good organizational skills to effectively coordinate and manage group.
• Must have knowledge of but not limited to validated systems, qualified areas within building facilities and applicable engineering standards that are associated with job function.

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.

The base pay for this position is $28.25 – $56.55/hour. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

JOB FAMILY: Facilities & Maintenance

DIVISION: GES Global Engineering Services

LOCATION: United States > Abbott Park : AP07

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS: WORK SHIFT: 3Rd Shift - 5% (United States Of America)

TRAVEL: Yes, 5 % of the Time

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: No

SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: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), Lift, carry, push or pull weights of more than 20 pounds/9 kilos on a regular/daily basis, Work in noisy environment, Work requiring repeated bending, stooping, squatting or kneeling

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Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.

Abbott is about the power of health. For more than 135 years, Abbott has been helping people reach their potential — because better health allows people and communities to achieve more. With a diverse, global network serving customers in more than 160 countries, we create new solutions — across the spectrum of health, around the world, for all stages of life. Whether it’s next‑generation diagnostics, life‑changing devices, science‑based nutrition, or novel reformulations, we are advancing some of the most innovative and revolutionary technologies in healthcare, helping people live their best lives through better health.

The people of Abbott come to work each day with relentless energy, enthusiasm and a promise to enhance the health and well‑being of millions of people. They push the boundaries to help manage and treat some of life’s greatest health challenges. We invite you to explore opportunities at Abbott, to see if your talents and career aspirations may fit with our openings. An equal opportunity employer, Abbott welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce.

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