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 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

JOB DESCRIPTION:
Plant CAPA Specialist - Casa Grande, AZ
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:

• 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 plan
• Health care and well-being programs including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programs, Medical Benefits start day 1
• Vacation - 120 hours of accrued vacation (1st yr is prorated) vacation buy program 3 personal days 10 paid holidays
• Retiree Healthcare program
• Robust 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 stable company with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities
• 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.

The Opportunity
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, Ariz., 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.
The Plant CAPA Specialist will assist and facilitate all tasks associated with the documentation of the relevant manufacturing process and resolution of events during production. The CAPA Specialist will also be responsible for supporting safety and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) of the team.
What You'll Work On

• Responsible for maintaining the effectiveness of the quality system.
• Understand the key technical concept of the relevant manufacturing process and relation to the production work order.
• Competency of the applicable quality manuals and HACCP plans as well as the critical control points and quality control points of the manufacturing areas they support.
• Facilitates cross-functional CAPA investigations for quality issues and process deviations within the Quality Record System.
• Coordinates immediate corrective actions such as product samplings or rework with the quality and distribution organizations.
• Responsible for the timely and accurate completion of required documentation.
• Effectively communicates within all levels the department and applicable cross-functional organizations.
• Reports on ineffective procedures, policy exceptions, discrepancies and any other potential gaps within the quality system recommends appropriate corrective actions.
• Consults with leadership to establish practices and procedures that comply with all applicable regulations.
• This position is accountable for complying with applicable FDA (GMP), USDA, OSHA and Abbott Nutrition regulations, policies, procedures or guidelines.

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

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Prior experience in food manufacturing or similar process with a heavy emphasis on computer-based systems and procedures.
• Good project management skills to deliver an effective service in a timely manner.
• Attention to detail to ensure accuracy of work that forms part of the Quality System documentation.
• Good written and oral communication skills to ensure effective and succinct report generation, and effective communication with staff at all levels of the organization.
• Able to work independently.

This is a Day shift opportunity - normal business hours.
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)
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* Participants who complete a short wellness assessment qualify for FREE coverage in our HIP PPO medical plan. Free coverage 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 and Military/Veteran friendly Employer, committed to employee diversity.
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The base pay for this position is
$48,000.00 - $96,000.00
In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
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)

Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.

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