Sr. Specialists Business/Operational Excellence (Engineering and Manufacturing)

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. They are seeking a Sr. Specialists Business/Operational Excellence (Engineering and Manufacturing) to manage process improvement initiatives and drive operational excellence within the organization.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and drive the Enterprise Excellence Program by applying operational excellence frameworks (Shingo, Class A) and Abbott best practices
• Promote a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, data-driven decision making, customer value, and process excellence
• Drive change management initiatives and challenge existing processes to improve performance and replicate best practices
• Partner with engineers, scientists, project managers, and business support teams across Operations Technology & Engineering
• Develop, execute, and continuously enhance business and operational excellence strategies for the CDx Operational Technology & Engineering Division
• Support cross-functional teams across the U.S., Germany, and Ireland, including Capital Business Office, Facilities & EHS, and Software Engineering
• Support development of strategic initiatives aligned with division goals and the Business/Operational Excellence Program
• Identify and drive cross-functional continuous improvement opportunities
• Build and align cross-functional teams to achieve business objectives
• Lead change management and communications, including SharePoint administration and employee communications
• Collaborate with senior leadership on key initiatives and organizational priorities
• Support quarterly department meetings and employee engagement programs
• Develop and deliver training materials on business excellence methodologies and tools
• Conduct maturity assessments and identify opportunities for organizational growth and improvement and anticipate future challenges and develop proactive strategies and action plans

Requirements:

• Associate degree
• 4 years of relevant experience
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Science, Business, or related field
• Project Engineering and Process optimization experience
• Supply chain, engineering, and manufacturing experience
• Knowledge of applicable standards for a regulated environment
• Certified in Lean Six Sigma