Abbott

Maintenance Manager, Pilot Plant

United States - Ohio - Columbus Full time
Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

ABOUT ABBOTT

Abbott is a global healthcare leader, creating breakthrough science to improve people’s health. We’re always looking towards the future, anticipating changes in medical science and technology.

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 plans
  • 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.

Pilot Plant Maintenance Manager

Oversee maintenance operations and equipment calibrations for the Pilot Plant and PRC, ensuring optimal performance and reliability of all production and warehouse assets. Lead the Pilot Plant maintenance team and provide oversight for the PRC maintenance team, which reports through a Front-Line Maintenance Leader. Partner closely with Engineering to support capital projects, equipment validation, and other strategic initiatives as assigned.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Maintenance Leadership
    • Direct and manage maintenance activities for the Pilot Plant and PRC to ensure equipment uptime and operational efficiency.
    • Supervise the Pilot Plant maintenance team and provide guidance to the PRC maintenance team through the Front-Line Maintenance Leader.
  • Equipment Reliability & Calibration
    • Ensure timely calibration and preventive maintenance of all production and warehouse equipment.
    • Implement and monitor maintenance schedules, compliance standards, and safety protocols.
  • Collaboration & Project Support
    • Partner with Engineering on capital projects, equipment installations, and validation activities.
    • Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment performance and reduce downtime.
  • Compliance & Documentation
    • Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, calibrations, and validations in accordance with regulatory and company standards.
    • Ensure adherence to safety, quality, and environmental requirements.
  • Team Development
    • Coach and develop maintenance personnel to build technical expertise and foster a culture of accountability and safety.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelors Degree in Engineering, science, other technical discipline or business is required
  • 5+ years’ experience supporting manufacturing
  • Experience in key engineering disciplines including process, instrumentation & controls, facilities, utilities, and equipment
  • 5+ years’ experience in people leadership

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • 1+ years’ experience with the regulatory standards and requirements for a food manufacturing environment

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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)

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

*Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.

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 Employer and a 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

$85,300.00 – $170,700.00

In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

     

JOB FAMILY:

Facilities & Maintenance

DIVISION:

ANRD Nutrition Research & Development

LOCATION:

United States > Columbus : Tech Center

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)

Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.

     

EEO is the Law link - English: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_English.pdf

     

EEO is the Law link - Espanol: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_Spanish.pdf