Lake County Facility Operations Manager

Abbott

1d • Onsite

About The Position

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: Working at Abbott At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You’ll also have access to: Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of. 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 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. A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune. A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists. The Opportunity This is a full time position that works out of our Abbott Park, IL location in the GES Global Engineering Services division. The Lake County Facility Operations Manager, manages the facilities and maintenance operations function, encompassing facilities management, maintenance engineering, and support services. The role leads technical and administrative teams with accountability for safe and reliable operation of buildings, utilities, machinery, and equipment, while maintaining strong focus on people leadership, budget accountability, operational execution, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree or equivalent experience required.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in facilities management, maintenance engineering, or related technical discipline.

Responsibilities

• Manages teams with focus on policy and strategy implementation and operational execution.
• Ensures reliable operation and maintenance of buildings, facilities, utilities, machinery, and equipment.
• Leads troubleshooting activities to minimize downtime and improve asset reliability.
• Oversees preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs.
• Ensures facilities layouts, plant, and office spaces meet operational requirements, building codes, and safety regulations.
• Establishes and reinforces safety, compliance, and housekeeping standards across all facilities.
• Operates within approved maintenance and facilities budgets and monitors cost effectiveness of activities.
• Optimizes resource utilization and prioritizes spending to support business objectives.
• Identifies and recommends improvements to systems, processes, equipment, and technology.
• Supports short- and medium-term planning for facilities, equipment, and resources.

Benefits

• Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.
• 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 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.
• A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.
• A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree