Abbott

Laboratory Optimization and Master Scheduler

Abbott • $61K — $122K *
Madison, WI 53711In-Person
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in scientific or related field
  • 3+ years of laboratory experience including 2+ years with Laboratory Information Systems
  • 1+ years' experience in monitoring and analyzing key laboratory metrics
  • Strong understanding of lab processes and data interpretation
  • Ability to fulfill the role's duties with or without accommodation
  • Authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

Responsibilities

  • Develop and improve flow diagrams and Lean solutions for lab processes
  • Leverage cross-functional resources to achieve operational goals
  • Lead Lean transformation projects as assigned
  • Utilize change management techniques to ensure sustainable adoption
  • Monitor KPIs to assess process improvements
  • Collaborate with management to enhance workflow and efficiency
  • Conduct time studies to identify inefficiencies and support improvements

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development
  • Support for work-life balance through flexible scheduling
  • Inclusion-focused workplace culture
  • Access to external Lean resources as needed
Full Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Opportunity
This position works out of our Abbott Cancer Diagnostics Division at 1 Exact Lane Madison, WI.

Position Overview

The Laboratory Optimization and Master Scheduler plays a critical role in driving operational excellence and ensuring robust governance across multiple test platform across Exact Sciences clinical laboratories.

This position is responsible for assessing, mapping and streamlining existing processes within laboratory operations to enhance productivity using Lean methodologies. They will also track and create key performance indicators and other metrics to measure efficiency and make data-driven recommendations for improvement. The Laboratory Optimization and Master Scheduler will also be responsible for collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders to identify process improvement opportunities.

This position is field based in Madison, WI.

Essential Duties Include, but are not limited to, the following:
  • Develop, maintain and improve bespoke flow diagrams and other Lean solutions for commercial products or high-volume clinical trials for Labs across the Exact Sciences network.
  • Leverage cross-functional resources as required to achieve goals.
  • Lead and execute Lean or Flow transformation projects as assigned.
  • Utilize change management tools and techniques to ensure sustainable adoption.
  • Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess the impact of process improvements.
  • Collaborate with laboratory management to evaluate and implement improvements in process workflow and operational efficiency.
  • Work cross-functionally with lab managers and stakeholders to promote and lead change management initiatives and ensure the longer sustainability and integration of workflow improvements.
  • Conduct time studies on laboratory processes to identify inefficiencies, establish baseline metrics and support data-driven improvement initiatives.
  • Maintain lab operations SIPOC diagrams to ensure accurate process mapping and alignment across cross-functional teams.
  • Ensure data accuracy, accessibility and relevance for stakeholders.
  • Identify and creatively solve cross-functional and internal issues that get in the way of successful outcomes, managing priorities accordingly.
  • Utilize external Lean resources as appropriate.
  • Uphold company mission and values through accountability, innovation, integrity, quality, and teamwork.
  • Support and comply with the company's Quality Management System policies and procedures.
  • Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
  • Ability to act with an inclusion mindset and model these behaviors for the organization.
  • Ability to comply with any applicable personal protective equipment requirements.
  • Ability and means to travel between Madison locations.

Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in scientific or related field.
  • 3+ years of laboratory experience with 2+ years of Laboratory Information System operating.
  • 1+ years' experience in monitoring and analyzing key laboratory metrics.
  • Demonstrated understanding of lab processes, TAKT time, interpreting and analyzing data.
  • Demonstrated ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation.
  • Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Lean, Flow, Six Sigma training/experience or certification.
  • Experience in using data analysis applications.

Additional Requirements
  • Ability to work on a mobile device, tablet, or in front of a computer screen and/or perform typing for approximately 90% of a typical working day.
  • Ability to travel 25% of working time away from work location which may include overnight/weekend travel.

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Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: https://abbottbenefits.com/

Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life.

The base pay for this position is
$61,300.00 - $122,700.00
In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

JOB FAMILY:
Operations Quality

DIVISION:
ONCO Cancer Diagnostics

LOCATION:
United States > Madison : 1 Exact Lane

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

WORK SHIFT:
Standard

TRAVEL:
Yes, 25 % of the Time

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:
No

SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:
Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday)

About Abbott

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Learn more about Abbott
Size
113,000 employees
Market Cap
$189 billion
Industry
Healthcare
Net Income
$4.4 billion
Founded
1944
5 Year Trend
+15.6%
Revenue
$34.6 billion
NASDAQ
ABT
* Ladders Estimates

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