Production Supervisor I

JOB DESCRIPTION: 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 will have access to: Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of. 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 works out of our Costa Rica – Alajuela location in the Vascular Division Abbott Vascular provides innovative, minimally invasive, and cost-effective products for treatment of vascular disease. As the Production Supervisor I, you will provide leadership to the production teams to deliver the business results and expectations on a day-to-day basis for one or more production areas. This position requires training in human resources/people skills, quality systems, and manufacturing processes. The position is responsible for ensuring that standard production processes are maintained and that safety, quality and production volumes are met. What You’ll Do Clearly understands his/her Supervisory responsibility for production teams including personnel scheduling evaluating discipline, coaching, selection and training of staff. Participate and support compliance routines related to own production line to comply with internal and external regulatory requirements (FDA, TUV, etc.). Responsible to report quality issues immediately and be closely involved in their investigation and solution. Execute the required plans to accomplish the production goals, which include productivity indicators, schedule adherence, quality, cost and service while maintaining a safe environment. Have full responsibility / ownership of his/her area of production. This includes understanding of systems to evaluate the state of efficiency and compliance of his/her area of production. Tabulate reports to communicate production progress, accomplishments and issues on a daily basis. This may include coordinating daily meetings with staff and peers to discuss issues and determine future schedules of own production line. Interprets daily production metrics and establishes mechanisms to ensure that all processes are in compliance with standard procedures. Shift B: Monday to Friday: 3:15pm -10:00pm and Saturdays: 7:00am - 2:30pm Required Qualifications 80% completeness of a bachelor’s degree program from a four-year college or university in Industrial Engineering, Administration or related field. 0-2 years supervisory experience. Preferably in a medical device, pharmaceutical, or electronic industry. Basic English level. Computer skills. Demonstrated proficiency on manufacturing systems used to collect data and control/monitor processes. For example, SFA, SAP, Kronos, or similar. Demonstrated knowledge of ISO and quality systems as FDA, MDD. Desirable at least one certification related or applicable to medical industry. For example, CQE, 6Sigma black belt, lean coach, problem solving techniques, etc. Flexibility to work on different shifts schedule and areas is preferred. Demonstrated capacity to effectively lead/influence peers and other functions towards organizational goals. Preferred Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in business administration, engineering or similar field. • Experience leading teams. • Knowledge of Costa Rica laws applicable to direct labor operators is a plus. Apply Now 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/Abbott and on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal. The base pay for this position is N/A In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted. JOB FAMILY: Manufacturing DIVISION: AVD Vascular LOCATION: Costa Rica > Alajuela : AVCR-1 ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS: WORK SHIFT: Standard TRAVEL: No MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: Not Applicable SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), 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), Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday), Work in a clean room environment 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