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:
Nourish the world and your career as part of the Nutrition team at Abbott.
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®, Glucerna® and ZonePerfect® - to help get the nutrients they need to live their healthiest life.
Columbus, Ohio, is Abbott's first nutrition manufacturing plant, providing specialized liquid products exported around the world. Working here, you'll feel part of a family - a family of 600 that works together to help nourish the world.
WHAT WE OFFER
At Abbott, you can have a good job that can grow into a great career. We offer:

• Fast-paced work environment where your safety is our priority
• Production areas that are clean, well-lit and temperature-controlled
• Training and career development , with onboarding programs for new employees and tuition assistance
• Financial security through competitive compensation, incentives and retirement plans
• Health care and well-being programs including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programs, Medical Benefits start day 1
• Free medical coverage for employees* via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO
• Vacation - 3 weeks of accrued vacation (1 st yr is prorated) vacation buy program 3 personal days 10 paid holidays
• Company Paid Pension Plan
• 401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match
• 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 stability of a company with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities

Please note: This is a 12 hour shift position from 6:00 pm to 6:30 am and allows you to have every other weekend off . Hours and days are below AFTER you are fully trained. Training will be during day shift hours from 6:00 am to 6:30 pm for 4-12 months from your start date.
Week 1: Mon -Off, Tues -Off, Wed 12 hr, Thurs 12 hr, Fri- Off, Sat -Off, Sun -Off
Week 2: Mon 12 hr, Tues 12 hr, Wed Off, Thur Off, Fri 12 hr, Sat 12 hr, Sun 12 hr
Week 3: Mon -Off, Tues -Off, Wed 12 hr, Thurs 12 hr, Fri- Off, Sat -Off, Sun -Off
Week 4: Mon 12 hr, Tues 12 hr, Wed Off, Thur Off, Fri 12 hr, Sat 12 hr, Sun 12 hr
WHAT YOU'LL DO
The Maintenance Front Line Leader is a working supervisor who leads a small team of maintenance technicians and supports the ongoing production operation of an aseptic liquid nutritional manufacturing facility.
Maintenance:

• Assist in development, planning, and execution of all plant-related maintenance activities including Preventative, Predictive, and Demand maintenance work
• Develop and refine detailed maintenance job plans and procedures
• Provide training, guidance, and mentor-ship to plant maintenance staff members
• Trouble-shoot and resolve equipment-related issues that impact ongoing production
• Work with the Operations, Engineering, and Quality teams to investigate, identify root cause, and implement corrective actions for equipment-related failures
• Drive continuous improvement in performance within Maintenance, Operations, Quality, and Safety

People:

• Model and promote organizational values by providing effective leadership, direction, development and support to the team. Drive a culture of engagement through the High Performance Work Team. Directly supervises team and participates in performing repairs and staffing activities.
• Assure team members are trained and understand duties, responsibilities, and performance against established expectations
• Provide timely coaching, counseling and feedback
• Develop all line personnel by securing appropriate training, providing mentoring and assigning progressively challenging stretch responsibilities within the scope of the team and department accountability
• Engage in drafting own goals, lead the process of development of team goals and growth planning. Create a learning environment and support individuals learning and development plans.
• Ensure delivery of effective performance management while establishing and sustaining a positive work environment
• Execution of on time performance reviews for direct reports
• Follows escalation reporting process with inputs from peers/manager for decision making as required. Make and communicate decisions that are appropriate for level of accountability.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Conduct preventative maintenance programs, inspect, lubricate, repair, and overhaul a wide variety of mechanical, plumbing and electrical, including: Fire protection systems, building HVAC, egress systems and exit lighting. Analyze equipment breakdowns to determine source of trouble or malfunction. Recommend and or perform repairs to equipment.
• Close gaps identified in Maintenance and training processes to become less tactical and more strategic
• Manage and guide the TPM team(s) to improve quality and increase productivity on the line. Communicate to line the High Performance Work Team daily while maintaining a constant floor presence. Maintain a safe work environment with 100% training and compliance to applicable procedures.
• Coordinate activities related to shift starts and changes. Lead and coordinate daily activities of the shift team to meet daily requirements that positively impact the rest of the multi-shift line results. Work with direct manager, other Front Line Leaders and other management, to establish the High Performance Work Team culture where people feel empowered, are accountable for the business and continuously improving the shift and the line.
• Promote team, department and site goals through team communications and provide direction and guidance towards achievement
• Track, trend & report on established KPI's; communicating to functional manager and site leadership team on accomplishments, opportunities for improvement and planned actions

Education and Experience You'll Bring:
Required:

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Science, Food Technology, Engineering, or a related discipline, OR at least 2 years of experience with maintenance responsibility in a regulated industry, with preference for food, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, cosmetics, etc.
• Demonstrated leadership skills in a plant maintenance environment

Preferred:

• Previous experience working in a regulated manufacturing work environment
• Experience utilizing project planning and execution tools
• CMMS experience - Scheduling, planning, developing job plans
• Experience working with and implementing Continuous Improvement tools & methodologies

Learn more about our benefits that add real value to your life to help you live fully: www.abbottbenefits.com
Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that provides the growth and strength to build your future. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.
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The base pay for this position is
$56,700.00 - $113,300.00
In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
JOB FAMILY:
Facilities & Maintenance

DIVISION:
ANSC Nutrition Supply Chain

LOCATION:
United States > Columbus : Columbus 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)

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