Production Manager

Abbott Laboratories•Barceloneta, PR

4d•$88,700 - $177,300•Onsite

About The Position

This position will provide support to our Medical Devices, Vascular manufacturing facility in Barceloneta, Puerto Rico. Our medical devices help more than 10,000 people have healthier hearts, improve quality of life for thousands of people living with chronic pain and movement disorders, and liberate more than 500,000 people with diabetes from routine ﬁngersticks and Abbott Vascular provides innovative, minimally invasive, and cost-effective products for treatment of vascular disease. This role will provide direction, leadership and management for a section of the production organization, Finished Goods or Sub Assembly. Utilize key metrics to achieve product availability, compliance, operational and financial goals while driving a high level of performance within the assigned area. Support the professional development of individuals. Foster continuous improvement and encourage open communication. Interacts effectively and cooperatively, handles changes in work tasks and environment and takes prompt action to accomplish objectives.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree Engineering or Business Administration.
7+ years of experience in a related technical or operations discipline.
At least 3-5 years' experience in manufacturing and/or technical operations functions.
Knowledge of the Quality System with understanding of the CAPA system and interrelated systems.
Demonstrated ability to make timely, competent, and credible decisions while evaluating short and long-term benefits and risks
Must have the ability to problem solve, mentor and manage multiple projects and/or personnel.
Leadership, professionalism, ethical, strong communication and presentation skills are required.
Demonstrate success in error resolution, conflict management and working in a team environment.
Excellent communication skills in both: English and Spanish.
Computer literate. Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

Ensures product availability through efficient management of area resources and coordination with peers, subordinates, and support organizations.
Drives compliance to GMP/ISO, EHS policies and regulations and AV Quality System requirements within Operations.
Executes to budget and capital plans and resolves resource and financial gaps.
Translates organizational goals into functional area goals and establishes systems to meet goals.
Works with technical areas and provides guidance and expertise to support production troubleshooting.