Plant Project Coordinator, Powder Packaging (1st Shift) - Sturgis, MI Plant

Job Title: Plant Project Coordinator, Powder Packaging (1st Shift)

Working at Abbott 

At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and your family, be your true self, and live a full life. You’ll also have access to: 

• Production areas that are clean, well-lit and temperature-controlled  
• Training and career development, with onboarding programs for new employees and tuition assistance  
• Financial security through competitive compensation, incentives and retirement plan 
• Health care and well-being programs including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programs, Medical Benefits start day 1 
• Vacation – 120 hours of accrued vacation (1st yr is prorated) + vacation buy program + 3 personal days + 10 paid holidays 
• Retiree Healthcare program 
• Robust 401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match 
• 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 stable company with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities 
• A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as the best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.  

The Opportunity  

This position works out of our Sturgis, MI 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. 

For over 70 years, Abbott’s Sturgis, Mich., has been impacting its community while producing products that provide essential nutrition to millions of families around the world. Working here, you’ll feel part of a family that is dedicated to making a difference and helping others. 

What You’ll Work On

• Be required to interact and communicate extensively with both division and plant support personnel (Engineering, PR&D, R&D, Packaging Development, Maintenance, Safety, QA, and Training) to assure that projects and/or issues are addressed with little-to-no impact to manufacturing productivity.
• Key primary resource and point of contact during regulatory audits from FDA, OSHA, AQR, and MDA.  
• Coordinate activities associated with conducting Engineering Studies pertaining to equipment, ingredients, processing, and procedural changes within the respective Department.
• Conduct area audits to ensure the facility, equipment, and processes for their department meets the needs of the business.
• Submit, track and monitor execution of work orders, PM’s, and repairs.
• Coordinate and collaborate with the Micro Team, Sanitation Supervisor, Department FLL’s, and QA to maintain a micro free environment.
• Specific duties as detailed by the Operations Manager in regards to on the job training and project coordination.
• Interface and coordinate plans between operations (Manufacturing, Maintenance, and Engineering) and specific support groups required for introduction of equipment, material or product changes.
• Coordinate activities with the Sanitation Manager and 3rd party cleaning Team to maintain area sanitation, production and tour readiness.
• Work closely with 3rd party vendors, suppliers, and resources to ensure that the Department has the necessary equipment and tools to be successful.
• Implement changes to policies and procedures that impact their area of influence.
• Audit Work Orders and work with Quality Systems to coordinate necessary edits to reduce opportunity for Human Error when applicable.
• Schedule labor resources to meet sanitation and production needs.

You’ll be accountable for meeting our compliance standards including FDA, OSHA and Abbott policies and procedures. 

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent with relevant technical expertise
• 3+ years' experience working in or supporting manufacturing operations (Dryblending, Processing, Drying, Powder Packaging); knowledgeable in all phases of production work
• Strong leadership skills with demonstrated written, verbal, analytical, and mechanical skills
• Proficient in various computer systems and software
• Able to work a flex schedule as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Some college or vocational schooling

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Pre-Employment Inquiries and Citizenship | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (eeoc.gov) 

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* Participants who complete a short wellness assessment qualify for FREE coverage in our HIP PPO medical plan. Free coverage applies in the next calendar year. 

Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives:  www.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. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity and Military/Veteran friendly Employer, committed to employee diversity. 

Connect with us at www.abbott.com, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott, and on Twitter @AbbottNews. 

The base pay for this position is $20.60 – $41.20 per hour. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.