JOB DESCRIPTION:This position works out of our Altavista, VA location in the Abbott Nutrition division. Our Nutrition business develops science-based nutrition products for people of all ages, from helping babies and children grow to keeping adult bodies strong and active. Millions of people around the world count on our leading brands - including Similac®, PediaSure®, Pedialyte®, Ensure®, and Glucerna® - to help them get the nutrients they need to live their healthiest lives.
Altavista, Va., is one of Abbott's largest nutrition manufacturing plants equipped with advanced technology to ensure efficient production. Working here will make you feel like you're part of a family that works together to make a difference and help nourish millions of families around the world.
Manager Maintenance EngineeringAs Manager of Maintenance Engineering, you'll lead one of the site's most critical functions by setting the standard for reliability, safety, and technical leadership in a complex, high-output manufacturing environment. In this role, you will:
- Lead the maintenance engineering function, setting strategy and standards for asset reliability, preventive maintenance, and technical problem-solving across the plant
- Own the site maintenance budget, including labor, MRO spend, and capital-related maintenance initiatives; drive cost discipline without compromising equipment reliability
- Develop and execute reliability improvement plans using RM, RCM, FMEA, and root cause analysis to reduce unplanned downtime and chronic equipment losses
- Partner with Operations to align maintenance strategies with production schedules and business priorities, ensuring consistent delivery against safety, quality, and service goals
- Provide functional leadership to maintenance engineers, planners, and technical specialists; build bench strength through coaching, capability development, and succession planning
- Lead the technical evaluation, installation, and sustainment of new equipment and capital projects to ensure long-term maintainability and reliability
- Ensure maintenance activities meet Abbott, regulatory, and food safety requirements (OSHA, FDA, GMP), with a strong focus on safe work practices and risk mitigation
- Champion continuous improvement through standard work, CMMS optimization, predictive maintenance technologies, and data-driven decision-making
- Serve as a key site leader during breakdowns and critical outages, driving structured response, rapid recovery, and sustainable corrective actions
Required Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline
- Six or more years of engineering, maintenance, or related experience within a manufacturing or quality environment
Preferred Qualifications- Experience working in a regulated manufacturing environment, with prior leadership or functional ownership responsibilities
- Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and mentor technical and engineering staff through influence and subject matter expertise
- Proven capability to operate independently within a broad scope of responsibility while managing multiple priorities and aggressive timelines
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to convey complex technical information clearly and concisely
- Ability to build and sustain strong professional relationships across operations, engineering, quality, and site leadership
- Skilled in evaluating complex systems and processes, applying risk-based decision making, and implementing effective, sustainable solutions
- Demonstrated ability to influence outcomes and drive change both with and without direct authority
- Strong organizational, time management, and project management skills
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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 $99,300.00 - $198,700.00
In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
JOB FAMILY:Facilities & Maintenance
DIVISION:ANSC Nutrition Supply Chain
LOCATION:United States > Altavista : Building 1
ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:WORK SHIFT:Standard
TRAVEL:No
MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:No
SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day)
