JOB DESCRIPTION:
Assembly Supervisor at Abbott Diagnostics Technologies
Abbott Diagnostics Technologies AS is part of Abbott Diagnostics, a global leader in diagnostic solutions. We bring together expert teams and cutting-edge technologies to support diagnostic testing that provides critical information for disease treatment and management.
We are looking for an Assembly Supervisor to join our Cardiometabolic Unit in Oslo, Norway. In this role, you will manage daily production operations and lead a team of operators to ensure efficiency, quality, and compliance with regulatory standards.
What you’ll do
- Oversee daily operations and personnel management within the assembly department.
- Ensure production targets are met while maintaining compliance with ISO, FDA, GMP, and EHS standards.
- Communicate across departments to plan and optimize workflows.
- Drive cost efficiency and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Manage staff performance, training, and development.
- Participate in shift work and weekend rotations.
What we’re looking for
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field OR vocational education with 3–5 years of experience in automated manufacturing.
- Alternatively, 5+ years of experience in production engineering work.
- Strong knowledge of GMP and ISO 13485 requirements.
- Approved background check from the Norwegian Civil Aviation Authority.
- Excellent communication skills in Norwegian and English.
- Leadership, collaboration, and documentation skills.
Preferred:
- Experience managing operators and working with automated manufacturing lines.
- Familiarity with Word, Excel, SAP, Agile, Notes.
- Background in quality assurance or production control under GMP/ISO 13485.
We are seeking a structured and proactive leader with strong collaboration skills and the ability to motivate and guide a team. Previous supervisor experience is highly desirable, and an engineering background will be considered a strong advantage. You are quality-focused, solution-oriented, and able to balance attention to detail with a strategic view, contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.
Why Abbott?
At Abbott, you’ll have the opportunity to do meaningful work, grow, and learn.
We want you to be able to take care of yourself and your family – and most importantly, be yourself.
With us, you’ll get:
- Career opportunities in an international company where you can shape your own path and develop in the direction you desire.
- An inspiring work environment characterized by engaged colleagues, high professionalism, and a strong sense of community.
- A workplace globally recognized as a great place to work – in many countries – and ranked by Fortune as one of the world’s most admired companies.
How to apply?
Send you application through the link in the ad. All applications need to include a CV and cover letter.
The base pay for this position is
N/A
In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
JOB FAMILY:
Manufacturing
DIVISION:
CMI ARDx Cardiometabolic and Informatics
LOCATION:
Norway > Oslo : Kjelsasveien 161
ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:
WORK SHIFT:
Standard
TRAVEL:
Not specified
MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:
Not Applicable
SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:
Not Applicable