Team Lead II

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 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries. JOB DESCRIPTION: About Abbott Abbott Rapid Diagnostics is part of Abbott’s Diagnostics family of businesses, bringing together exceptional teams of experts and industry leading technologies to support diagnostic testing which provides important information for treatment and management of diseases and other conditions. The Opportunity The position of Production Team Leader II is within our Infectious Disease Developed Markets business unit located at Scarborough, Maine. In this role you will provide guidance to the production team in order to produce quality products, seek continuous improvement, and achieve established goals and targets for safety, quality, and productivity. You will also work with peers to promote process improvements and document improvements. What You'll Work On Works closely with the Production Manager and Shift Supervisor to ensure all production objectives are met or exceeded and lend support on priority projects which may include validation related documentation, production process improvements, seasonal ramp up support. Coordinates work flow with other Area Leaders & deployment strategy.  Provide all new, and recently promoted full-time permanent employees with 30/60-day discussion for team members in assigned area.  Responsible for all training needs and documentation within the assigned production area.  Address production personnel concerns and resolve problems including Team/Group Lead personnel.  Departmental Focal point for process change coordination, documentation updates. Eff.10-Sep-2021 Title:Production Team Leader II Document #:171-014 Status:Production Revision:AA Print Date:  Tracking status of required actions, real time gap analysis/realization.  Approves work and gives area clearances. Interprets, creates, and improves SOP’s, specifications, templates, and job orders to workers, and assigns duties.  May directly supervise employees in the production department. Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; providing input in appraising performance; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or general education degree (GED) or equivalent combination of education and experience.  3+ years’ experience in a manufacturing environment.  Prior experience using CGMP (Current Good Manufacturing Practices) and techniques. Preferred Qualifications Post High School certificate from a college or technical school in manufacturing or related field.  Comprehensive understanding of operational excellence/lean principles and applications.  Comprehensive understanding of medical device manufacturing. Ability to work successfully as a member of a team and independently with moderate supervision. kill in using computer applications including spreadsheet, database, manufacturing, and word processing software.  Ability to work collaboratively and building strategic relationships with coworkers. WHAT WE OFFER At Abbott, you can have a good job that can grow into a great career. We offer: 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. The stability of a company with a record of strong financial performance and a history of being actively involved in local communities. An equal opportunity employer, Abbott welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce. We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. The base pay for this position is $20.50 – $41.00/hour In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted. JOB FAMILY: Manufacturing DIVISION: ID Infectious Disease LOCATION: United States > Scarborough : 10 Southgate Rd ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS: WORK SHIFT: Standard TRAVEL: No MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: Not Applicable SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: Awkward/forceful/repetitive (arms above shoulder, bent wrists), Lift, carry, push or pull weights of more than 20 pounds/9 kilos on a regular/daily basis, Work requiring repeated bending, stooping, squatting or kneeling Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans. EEO is the Law link - English: EEO is the Law link - Espanol: 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. 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