Manager QA, Microbiology - Casa Grande AZ Plant

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 109,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries. 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. Our location in Casa Grande AZ currently has an opportunity for a Manager Plant QA - Microbiology and Incoming Materials. Casa Grande, Ariz., is one of six Abbott nutrition manufacturing plants in the U.S., with about half of its products exported around the world. Working here, you'll feel part of a family - a family of 450 that works together to help nourish the world. WHAT YOU'LL DO The Microbiology Manager is responsible for managing the overall operations in the Microbiology and Incoming Material Laboratories. The Microbiology and IQA Manager is responsible for assuring regulatory compliance including State, Federal, Corporate and Division compliance. The Microbiology and IQA Manager is responsible for the site's Environmental Monitoring Program in addition to the Process Hygiene of the manufacturing environment, food safety and Incoming Quality load safety and traceability. Microbiology and Incoming Lab Management includes implementation and maintenance in the following areas: 1. Microbiological, chemical and sensory testing of ingredients, in-process, finished product, packaging materials and various environmental/utility tests. 2. Corrective action/preventive action (CAPA) for microbiological and material non-conformities. 3. Event owner in ABTRAQ (CAPA electronic system) for microbial issues in the plant. 4. Laboratory method and document review. 5. Continuous improvement of laboratory efficiency and productivity. 6. Training and managing of Supervisors and Lab Analysts 7. Managing the departmental budgets. 8. Critical decision making. 9. Technical resource for the plant and technical liaison for other business units. 10. Managing human resource needs related to staffing and developing laboratory personnel. 11. Managing the performance of areas of responsibility and developing/providing performance metrics as required. 12. Regional Incoming Quality Assurance supports North American plant operations by reviewing all printed Certificates of Analysis (CoA's)and inspecting/releasing printed materials. Manage Quality Assurance Departments in accordance with Corporate and Divisional standards to assure that proper controls are instituted and maintained on incoming and in-process materials and finished product. Responsibility to maintain high quality levels on all products while achieving high efficiency. Responsible for GMP compliance, manufacturing quality, laboratory support and quality planning. inspecting/releasing printed materials. This position is responsible for compliance with Corporate and Divisional Q.A. policies, procedures, standards and specifications for over $180 million dollars in factory costs. This position is directly responsible for a department consisting of up to 1020 non-exempts and 1-2 exempt employees. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE YOU'LL BRING Required Bachelor Degree, Bacteriology, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biology, or other technical degree or equivalent experience. Direct experience in nutritional or allied industry is required, with no less than two years of supervisory management background. The incumbent must possess a thorough knowledge of and have at least 5 years of experience in application of FDA/GMP regulations. Communications skills, tact and diplomacy are critical to the performance of position requirements. Preferred Master's Degree preferred but not required. WHAT WE OFFER At Abbott, you can have a good job that can grow into a great career. We offer: * A 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
* Paid time off
* 401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match and a company paid Pension Plan
* The stability of a company with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities Learn more about our benefits that add real value to your life to help you live fully: 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. Connect with us at on Facebook at and on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal.