Operations Excellence Project Manager

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.

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.

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.
• Free medical coverage for employees* via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO
• 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 is an onsite opportunity in the Abbott Diabetes Care Division. We are helping people with Diabetes lead healthier, happier lives. As a global leader in diabetes care, Abbott is constantly working to deliver the highest quality products and unwavering support to our customers. Consistent and accurate glucose monitoring is the foundation of any diabetes management plan, so we’re committed to continuous improvement in the way patients and professionals measure, track and analyze glucose levels.

As an Operations Excellence Project Manager, you will be responsible for creating and leading the advancement of Operational Excellence principles and practices across ADC Division through internal & external collaborations, delivering high impact sustainable business results.

This is an onsite opportunity in Alameda, CA.

What You'll Do

Operational Excellence

• Responsible for leading Division Operational Excellence initiatives, including but not limited to the following; Division Framework/Governance, Training & Capabilities, Standardized Metrics, Tools & Resources.
• Drive Division alignment with ADC Core Purpose Values.
• Promote and foster a culture of continuous improvement across Division.
• Monitor ADC site Operational Excellence initiatives, including but not limited to the following; 6S Program, Gemba Program, MOR Model, Class A and Shingo methodology.
• Support the Division sites in reaching business goals and vision by support of appropriate Operational Excellence tools & methodology (such as Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma).
• Act as a change agent implementing lean initiatives that are aligned with Division business strategies.
• Provide problem solving support activities across Division, utilizing various improvement tools including applicable training activities.
• Provide quarterly Operational Excellence updates to Operations and Quality Senior management. Updates to include performance against Division metrics and goals.
• Continue to build divisional/site awareness and engagement of Operational Excellence principles and methodologies through effective communication, education & training.
• Perform Internal and external benchmarking to measure success and identify improvement opportunities for ADC sites.
• Develop programs and initiatives that support the Division Opex business strategies and plans.
• Provide strategic thinking to anticipate future issues and challenges and create appropriate plans now, using proactive approaches.

Project Management

• Interfaces with senior management on significant matters, potentially requiring the coordination of activity across Division.
• Lead a project team. Plan and organize project assignments of substantial variety and complexity. Exercises judgment independently.
• Initiates or maintains schedule for projects and project milestones.
• Generate, communicate, and implements operational plans for completing the most complex specialist projects.
• Monitor progress and performance against the project plan.
• Take action to resolve operational problems and minimize delays.
• Identify, develop, and gather the resources to complete the project.
• Liaise with other operational areas in the organization (e.g., engineering, drafting, technical) to secure specialized resources and contributions for the project.
• Conduct meetings and prepare reports to communicate the status of the project.
• Set priorities, allocate tasks, and coordinate project staff to meet project targets and milestones.
• Establishes priorities of individual or project assignments. Selects methods and techniques to lead a project to completion.

Experience You'll Bring

Required

• Bachelors Degree in Engineering, Business, Operations, Science, or related field or an equivalent combination of education and work experience
• 8-10 years of demonstrated success in applying Continuous Improvement / BEx tools. Experience in manufacturing operations, business improvement, quality systems or other areas related to the project with an understanding of Abbott internal systems and procedures.
• Certification or equivalent working knowledge of improvement tools and methodologies – Lean/Six Sigma; Green Belt preferred (Black belt a plus) . Knowledge of applicable regulatory standards and requirements for FDA regulated environment. Experience in operations management and knowledge of cost accounting/financial reporting systems.
• Demonstrated success with initiating, executing, and closing projects.
• Good functional computer skills (Microsoft Office programs, Excel, Power Bi etc.) is required.
• A career history marked by a consistent series of contributions and accomplishments.
• Interacts well with diverse groups within ADC and maintains strong working relationships with internal and external collaborators.
• Listens to and understands others’ points of view and articulates tactfully and respectfully one’s own perspective orally, in writing, and in presentations.
• Works well with cross functional teams in a collaborative, fast-paced goal-driven environment.
• Possesses interpersonal skills to negotiate and reconcile project differences.
• A technical background in health care, nutritional products, laboratory diagnostics, medical devices, pharmaceutical, or similar industries (preferred).
• Understanding of financial systems and in fiscal control.
• Understanding and management of procurement & contracting processes.

Preferred

• Certification in Lean Leadership or equivalent

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* Participants who complete a short wellness assessment qualify for FREE coverage in our HIP PPO medical plan. Free cov erage applies in the next calendar year.

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.

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

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The base pay for this position is $135,700.00 – $271,500.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.