Operational Excellence Engineer

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: 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. 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 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 Our Vascular location in St. Paul, MN currently has an onsite opportunity for an Operational Excellence Engineer. Abbott Vascular provides innovative, minimally invasive, and cost-effective products for the treatment of vascular disease. We’re looking for a passionate change agent to lead our Operational Excellence (OpEx) efforts and help shape a culture of continuous improvement. In this role, you’ll be responsible for designing, implementing, and sustaining key elements of our OpEx program using Lean Six Sigma, value stream mapping, visual management, and change management tools. You’ll serve as a technical leader and trusted advisor, guiding teams through impactful projects that streamline operations, enhance performance, and deliver measurable results. In this role, you’ll identify improvement opportunities, coach sponsors in crafting effective charters, and drive initiatives from concept to execution. You’ll manage cross-functional teams, apply structured problem-solving methodologies, and ensure alignment with broader business goals. This role requires a strategic mindset, strong collaboration skills, and the ability to navigate integration challenges across processes and departments. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy empowering others to succeed, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact. What You’ll Work On Champion the Operational Excellence (OpEx) strategy across the site, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and lean thinking. Collaborate with site leadership to identify and prioritize high-value projects focused on cost reduction, cycle time improvement, and waste elimination. Lead and execute process improvement initiatives using Lean Six Sigma and other OpEx methodologies to drive measurable results. Define project goals, develop execution plans, and ensure alignment with Abbott Vascular’s strategic objectives. Deliver impactful training and coaching on lean tools, supporting Green Belt candidates and building site-wide capability. Conduct value stream mapping, statistical analysis, and process optimization to uncover performance opportunities. Promote visual management and data transparency throughout the site to enhance operational decision-making. Act as a change agent, inspiring and guiding teams through transformation in a continuous improvement environment. Share best practices and benchmark performance across Abbott Vascular and other Abbott sites to elevate operational standards. Communicate project progress and OpEx insights to senior leadership, influencing strategic direction and execution. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree Minimum 2 years demonstrated success in applying continuous improvement / lean / Six Sigma tools Minimum 2 years in manufacturing operations, business improvement Change Management experience Project management and team leadership experience essential Demonstrated performance in delivering results Exceptional analytical skills Highly motivated process thinker that drives customer focused solutions Excellent oral and written communication skills Excellent interpersonal and group facilitation skills. Excellent computer skills Preferred Qualifications Industrial Engineering experience a plus. Apply Now 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. Connect with us at www.abbott.com, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbottand on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal. The base pay for this position is $75,300.00 – $150,700.00 In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted. JOB FAMILY: Project Management DIVISION: AVD Vascular LOCATION: United States > Minnesota > St. Paul : 1225 Old Highway 8 NW ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS: WORK SHIFT: Standard TRAVEL: Yes, 10 % of the Time MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: Not Applicable SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday) 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 Abbott is about the power of health. For more than 135 years, Abbott has been helping people reach their potential — because better health allows people and communities to achieve more. With a diverse, global network serving customers in more than 160 countries, we create new solutions — across the spectrum of health, around the world, for all stages of life. Whether it’s next-generation diagnostics, life-changing devices, science-based nutrition, or novel reformulations, we are advancing some of the most innovative and revolutionary technologies in healthcare, helping people live their best lives through better health. The people of Abbott come to work each day with relentless energy, enthusiasm and a promise to enhance the health and well-being of millions of people. They push the boundaries to help manage and treat some of life’s greatest health challenges. We invite you to explore opportunities at Abbott, to see if your talents and career aspirations may fit with our openings. An equal opportunity employer, Abbott welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce. Follow Us: Facebook LinkedIn YouTube Twitter

Salary : $75,300 - $150,700