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Lab Manager; Microbiology - Nutrition Manufacturing - Casa Grande AZ

Casa Grande, AZ • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

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7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 138 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

171st of 547 rated manufacturers


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.JOB DESCRIPTION:
Lab Manager; Microbiology - Nutrition Manufacturing

Abbott Nutrition in Casa Grande, AZ is seeking a Lab Manager for our Microbiology Department. The Lab Manager is responsible for providing support and/or oversight in the Manufacturing areas as relates to systems controls, new product introductions, process improvements, data collection and reports, and root cause/corrective action investigations. In this role, the individual will be required to interact and communicate extensively with both division and plant support personnel (Engineering, PR&D, Maintenance, QA) to assure that projects and/or issues are addressed with little-to-no impact to operations productivity.

ABOUT ABBOTT

Abbott is a global healthcare leader, creating breakthrough science to improve people's health. We're always looking towards the future, anticipating changes in medical science and technology.

This 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.

Working at Abbott

At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and your 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 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.
What You'll Do

As the Microbiology Lab Manager, you will play a critical role in ensuring the quality, safety, and compliance of our products and processes. You will oversee all microbiological testing, drive continuous improvement in laboratory operations, and serve as the primary technical expert for the site.

  • Perform and oversee microbiological testing for ingredients, inprocess materials, finished products, and environmental/utility samples.
  • Lead corrective and preventive action (CAPA) activities related to microbiological nonconformities.
  • Develop, implement, and maintain laboratory methods, documentation, and best practices.
  • Identify and execute continuous improvement opportunities to enhance lab efficiency, accuracy, and productivity.
  • Manage the department budget and drive costimprovement initiatives related to lab operations and testing.
  • Serve as the plant's microbiology subjectmatter expert and technical liaison across business units.
  • Represent the microbiology function during external regulatory and quality audits.
  • Oversee the internal microbiology audit program, including annual audit execution.
  • Review global corrective actions and determine sitespecific requirements.
  • Ensure high product quality levels while supporting operational efficiency.
  • Maintain compliance with GMPs, FDA regulations, company policies, and established procedures.
  • Build, develop, and retain a diverse, highperforming lab team with clear goalsetting, coaching, and ongoing feedback.
  • Foster a safe, professional, and collaborative work environment.
  • Partner effectively with employees, customers, contractors, and vendors to support site and business objectives.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor's Degree in Microbiology, Bacteriology, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biology, or other technical degree
  • Minimum 10 years: Experience in nutrition, food or allied industry
  • Minimum 5 years: Supervisory management
  • Minimum 5 years: Working in a regulated FDA/GMP environment

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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. Pre-Employment Inquiries and Citizenship | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (eeoc.gov)

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

*Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.

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 and a Military/Veteran friendly Employer, committed to employee diversity.

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The base pay for this position is

$99,300.00 - $198,700.00

In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

JOB FAMILY:Operations QualityDIVISION:ANSC Nutrition Supply ChainLOCATION:United States > Casa Grande : PlantADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:WORK SHIFT:StandardTRAVEL:NoMEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:NoSIGNIFICANT 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), Work in a clean room environmentAbbott 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.pdfEEO is the Law link - Espanol: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_Spanish.pdf

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