JOB DESCRIPTION:The Micro Supervisor is responsible for supervising the operation of the Plant Microbiology QA Laboratories, which is comprised of the following functions: Environmental Monitoring Program, including equipment swabs, air samples, retort cooling water, ingredient water, and product samples; biochemical characterization and identification; raw material, in-process, and finished product testing; ensuring methods and procedures are appropriately followed; ensuring CAPA activities are followed through to completion; providing direction and technical expertise to Microbiology Laboratory personnel and to the plant; and providing leadership during problem solving situations related to microbial issues.
The Opportunity
This position works out of our Casa Grande, Arizona 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.
Casa Grande, AZ., is one of Abbott’s leading nutrition manufacturing plants in the U.S., reflecting our commitment to innovation and excellence. But we’re more than just a company, we’re a family. Working here you’ll be part of a family that works together to make a difference and enhance the lives of millions worldwide.
What You’ll Work On
- Responsible for implementing and maintaining the effectiveness of the quality system.
- Manages to ensure budgetary and staff requirements are properly met.
- Provides product and manufacturing microbial support for retort, powder, and aseptic lines.
- Interfaces with division personnel in the development of microbiological guidelines and specifications.
- Assures compliance to all procedures and policies concerning all areas of quality, regulatory, safety and human resources for all reporting departments.
- Coaches, develops, and mentors employees in areas of responsibility. Responsible for recruitment, selection, development and retention of employees. Conducts performance reviews; develops growth plans; interprets, implements and supports employee-related policies, procedures and programs. Assigns projects/tasks to direct staff.
- Develops and administers a technically sound Environmental Monitoring program, updating as appropriate.
- Leads problem solving efforts related to microbial issues.
- Directs plant initiated microbiological certification activities resulting from new or modified manufacturing facilities or processes.
- Interfaces with Division and Corporate QA, Manufacturing, Engineering, R&D, Regulatory Affairs and Purchasing to ensure timely completion of project activities.
- Provides technical guidance and support to plant.
- Assures lab test results reflect compliance to plant, division, and corporate guidelines and procedures.
- Assures test methods are followed.
- Attends plant Management Review meetings to communicate and oversee microbiological issues.
You’ll be accountable for meeting our compliance standards including FDA, OSHA and Abbott policies and procedures.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelors Degree in Food Science, Microbiology or related area.
- The position requires technical knowledge related to sterilization methods, microbial physiology, biochemical characterization of microbial isolates, disinfection/sanitization methods, and a strong understanding of aseptic handling procedures.
Preferred Qualifications
- Masters Degree in Food Science or Microbiology (preferred but not required)
- Two years experience in Microbiology testing methods and techniques plus two years Supervisory experience (preferred).
Shift
Night Shift – 6:00pm to 6:00am – rotating schedule, every other weekend off – training will be on day shift
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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:Manufacturing
DIVISION:ANSC Nutrition Supply Chain
LOCATION:United States > Casa Grande : Plant
ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:
WORK SHIFT:Standard
TRAVEL:No
MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:No
SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:Continuous standing for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Continuous walking for prolonged periods (more than 2 hours at a time in an 8 hour day), Routine work with chemicals, Wear ear plugs, Work in a clean room environment, Work in noisy environment, Work requiring repeated bending, stooping, squatting or kneeling
