Lab Manager; Microbiology - Nutrition Manufacturing - Casa Grande AZ

Abbott • Casa Grande, AZ

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Abbott Nutrition in Casa Grande, AZ is seeking a Lab Manager for our Microbiology Department. The Lab Manager is responsible for providing support and/or oversight in the Manufacturing areas as relates to systems controls, new product introductions, process improvements, data collection and reports, and root cause/corrective action investigations. In this role, the individual will be required to interact and communicate extensively with both division and plant support personnel (Engineering, PR&D, Maintenance, QA) to assure that projects and/or issues are addressed with little-to-no impact to operations productivity.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Microbiology, Bacteriology, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biology, or other technical degree
• Minimum 10 years: Experience in nutrition, food or allied industry
• Minimum 5 years: Supervisory management
• Minimum 5 years: Working in a regulated FDA/GMP environment
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform and oversee microbiological testing for ingredients, in‑process materials, finished products, and environmental/utility samples.
• Lead corrective and preventive action (CAPA) activities related to microbiological non‑conformities.
• Develop, implement, and maintain laboratory methods, documentation, and best practices.
• Identify and execute continuous improvement opportunities to enhance lab efficiency, accuracy, and productivity.
• Manage the department budget and drive cost‑improvement initiatives related to lab operations and testing.
• Serve as the plant’s microbiology subject‑matter expert and technical liaison across business units.
• Represent the microbiology function during external regulatory and quality audits.
• Oversee the internal microbiology audit program, including annual audit execution.
• Review global corrective actions and determine site‑specific requirements.
• Ensure high product quality levels while supporting operational efficiency.
• Maintain compliance with GMPs, FDA regulations, company policies, and established procedures.
• Build, develop, and retain a diverse, high‑performing lab team with clear goal‑setting, coaching, and ongoing feedback.
• Foster a safe, professional, and collaborative work environment.
• Partner effectively with employees, customers, contractors, and vendors to support site and business objectives.

Benefits

• Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.
• An excellent retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution
• Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program, and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager