Abbott

Site CAPA Coordinator

United States - Arizona - Casa Grande 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 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Abbott Nutrition in Casa Grande, AZ is seeking a CAPA Coordinator.

As a CAPA Coordinator, you will manage the plant’s GMP Investigations and Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) program. This role is critical to ensuring product quality, regulatory compliance, and business continuity.

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:

  • Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.

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

  • An excellent retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution

  • 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 worldwide and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune. 

  • 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 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

The primary responsibilities of the CAPA Coordinator are multifunctional and include management of the plant GMP/Investigations and Corrective Action/Preventative Action (CAPA) program.  Primary responsibilities include implementation and maintenance in the following areas:

  • Leading and writing complex investigations, including thorough root cause analysis

  • Driving the development and implementation of corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)

  • Serving as a technical resource for investigation and root cause methodologies

  • Training employees on investigation and CAPA systems and processes

  • Ensuring all investigations and CAPA activities meet GMP, corporate, and regulatory standards

Major Responsibilities: 

  • Implement, maintain, and continuously improve the CAPA Quality System

  • Monitor CAPA program effectiveness, including metrics, trend analysis, and on-time completion of actions

  • Prepare and present CAPA data for monthly and quarterly management reviews

  • Review non-conformances impacting product quality and recommend corrective actions and effectiveness checks

  • Ensure investigation and CAPA documentation complies with GMP, corporate policies, and industry standards

  • Partner with cross-functional teams to identify root causes and implement sustainable solutions

  • Ensure proper review and approval of all investigations

  • Train site personnel on CAPA processes and best practices

  • Lead the Site PoP (Protect Our Product) Program, including mentoring workstream leads and acting as a liaison with division teams

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

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree required (Business, Science, Engineering, Math/Statistics, or related field)

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master’s degree preferred

  • 4+ years of quality assurance experience in a GMP-regulated industry

    Knowledge of regulatory requirements for infant formula and medical nutrition products

    Understanding of food processing, laboratory procedures, documentation practices, and statistical applications

    Strong written and verbal communication skills

    Proven ability to prioritize, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines

    Demonstrated critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills

    Ability to collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization

This is a Day shift opportunity

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

$86,700.00 – $173,300.00

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

     

JOB FAMILY:

Operations Quality

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 sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), 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), Wear ear plugs, Work in a clean room environment

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

     

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