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Manufacturing Shift Manager
Apply locations Ireland - Donegal Town time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id 31119507
JOB DESCRIPTION:
About Abbott
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.
Abbott in Ireland
Abbott has been operating in Ireland since 1946 and serves the Irish market with a diverse range of healthcare products including diagnostics, diabetes care, medical devices and nutritional products. In Ireland, Abbott currently employs about 6,000 people across ten sites located in Dublin, Donegal, Clonmel, Cootehill, Galway, Kilkenny, Longford and Sligo.
Abbott Ireland Diabetes Care Division Donegal
The Abbott Diabetes Care division based in Donegal Town manufactures FreeStyle blood glucose test strips and FreeStyle Sensors for use in diabetes management. Among Abbott Diabetes Care leading brands are the FreeStyle Precision, FreeStyle Lite and FreeStyle Libre system.
Purpose of the Role:
As an Manufacturing Shift Manager, you will be instrumental in guiding and nurturing a group of process leads, developmental process leaders, and operations processors. Your primary responsibility will be to ensure production goals and timelines are achieved while implementing and upholding processes that boost productivity. Your exceptional interpersonal and communication abilities will be vital in cultivating a fast-paced and inclusive workplace.
Responsibilities:
- Ensure strict adherence to Corporate and Divisional policies.
- Fulfil manufacturing schedules by delivering the required volume and product mix each year.
- Facilitate problem-solving initiatives related to plant operations and manufacturing equipment to secure product quality and achieve production targets.
- Strive to meet productivity, quality, and cost efficiency goals.
- Maintain compliance with all applicable policies and procedures.
- Assist in the development of Work Instructions and Operations procedures to ensure regulatory compliance.
- Conduct Performance Excellence Assessments and Development plans to foster ongoing improvement.
- Contribute to Exception Reports concerning the Manufacturing department.
- Champion initiatives that prioritize human health, safety, and environmental sustainability in business practices.
Education and Experience:
- A relevant third-level qualification in Engineering, Manufacturing, Science, Business, or a trade certificate in an Engineering field is preferred.
- At least 4 years of experience in a comparable manufacturing setting is preferred.
- Proven track record in executing strategic gross margin improvement projects within the manufacturing sector.
- Experience in leading teams effectively.
- Strong interpersonal skills for successful collaboration with diverse teams.
- Excellent communication skills to articulate information clearly and effectively.
We offer:
Attractive compensation package that includes competitive pay, as well as benefits such as
- Health Insurance for you and your family
- Pension
- Life insurance
- Short Term Disability Protection
- Long Term Disability Protection
- Carers leave.
- Education Assistance
Connect with us at www.abbott.com and on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube .
Abbott is an equal opportunities employer.
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:
ANSC Nutrition Supply Chain
LOCATION:
Ireland > Donegal Town : R267
ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:
WORK SHIFT:
Standard
TRAVEL:
Not specified
MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:
Not Applicable
SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:
Not Applicable
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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.
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