Microbiology Lab Supervisor - Day Shift - Casa Grande, AZ (Open)

1003 Abbott Laboratories; United States; On-site; USD 61,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development with an global

Health coverage in HIP PPO plan

Strong retirement savings with high ER

Tuition reimbursement and FreeU degree

Recognition as a top employer

Job summary

Abbott is seeking a Micro Supervisor to lead the Plant Microbiology QA Laboratories, overseeing environmental monitoring, sample testing, and CAPA execution at the Casa Grande, AZ facility. Responsibilities include implementing the quality system, ensuring FDA/OSHA/Abbott policy compliance, and directing microbiology operations across retort, powder, and aseptic lines.

The role includes supervising staff, recruiting and developing talent, and coordinating with QA, Manufacturing, R&D, Regulatory

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Microbiology or related field.
• Two years of microbiology testing experience.
• Two years of supervisory experience (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain the effectiveness of the quality system.
• Provide microbiology testing support for retort, powder, and aseptic lines.
• Lead, coach, and mentor Microbiology Lab personnel.
• Recruit, develop and retain staff; conduct performance reviews.
• Coordinate with QA, Manufacturing, R&D, Regulatory affairs and Purchasing.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Food Science or Microbiology

Master's degree in Food Science or Microbiology

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 122,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

The Micro Supervisor is responsible for supervising the operation of the Plant Microbiology QA Laboratories, which is comprised of the following functions: Environmental Monitoring Program, including equipment swabs, air samples, retort cooling water, ingredient water, and product samples; biochemical characterization and identification; raw material, in-process, and finished product testing; ensuring methods and procedures are appropriately followed; ensuring CAPA activities are followed through to completion; providing direction and technical expertise to Microbiology Laboratory personnel and to the plant; and providing leadership during problem solving situations related to microbial issues.

What You’ll Work On

Responsible for implementing and maintaining the effectiveness of the quality system.

Manages to ensure budgetary and staff requirements are properly met.

Provides product and manufacturing microbial support for retort, powder, and aseptic lines.

Interfaces with division personnel in the development of microbiological guidelines and specifications.

Assures compliance to all procedures and policies concerning all areas of quality, regulatory, safety and human resources for all reporting departments.

Coaches, develops, and mentors employees in areas of responsibility.

Responsible for recruitment, selection, development and retention of employees.

Conducts performance reviews; develops growth plans; interprets, implements and supports employee-related policies, procedures and programs.

Assigns projects/tasks to direct staff.

Develops and administers a technically sound Environmental Monitoring program, updating as appropriate.

Leads problem solving efforts related to microbial issues.

Directs plant initiated microbiological certification activities resulting from new or modified manufacturing facilities or processes.

Interfaces with Division and Corporate QA, Manufacturing, Engineering, R&D, Regulatory Affairs and Purchasing to ensure timely completion of project activities.

Provides technical guidance and support to plant.

Assures lab test results reflect compliance to plant, division, and corporate guidelines and procedures.

Assures test methods are followed.

Attends plant Management Review meetings to communicate and oversee microbiological issues.

You’ll be accountable for meeting our compliance standards including FDA, OSHA and Abbott policies and procedures.

Benefits

• 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.

Required Qualifications

Bachelors Degree in Food Science, Microbiology or related area.

Preferred Qualifications

Masters Degree in Food Science or Microbiology (preferred but not required) Two years experience in Microbiology testing methods and techniques plus two years Supervisory experience (preferred).

Shift

Night Shift – 6:00am to 6:00pm – rotating schedule, every other weekend off – training will be on day shift.

In 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.

Location and Opportunity

The Micro Supervisor position works out of our Casa Grande, Arizona 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®, PediaSure®, Pedialyte®, Ensure®, and Glucerna® – to help them get the nutrients they need to live their healthiest lives. Casa Grande, AZ., is one of Abbott’s leading nutrition manufacturing plants in the U.S., reflecting our commitment to innovation and excellence. But we’re more than just a company, we’re a family. Working here you’ll be part of a family that works together to make a difference and enhance the lives of millions worldwide.

Base Pay

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.

Job Details

• JOB FAMILY: Operations Quality
• DIVISION: ANSC Nutrition Supply Chain
• LOCATION: United States > Casa Grande : Plant
• ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:
• WORK SHIFT: Standard
• TRAVEL: No
• 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), Routine work with chemicals, Work in a clean room environment, Work in confined spaces, Work in noisy environment, Work requiring repeated bending, stooping, squatting or kneeling

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.pdf

EEO is the Law link - Espanol: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_Spanish.pdf

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