Purpose

Maintain and optimize operations of existing products, processes, and systems to guarantee sustainability, efficiency, and reliability throughout their lifecycle by applying best practices in project management and operational excellence, ensuring compliance with procedures and applicable regulations.

Major Responsibilities

• Identify and implement methods, workstations, and plant layouts for quality, productivity, and optimal EHS conditions.
• Conduct waste analysis for process value and savings aligned with plant targets.
• Define, approve, update, and manage production standards to optimize headcount; evaluate impact of process changes or new operations/products.
• Guide continuous improvement teams (e.g., SWAT, Lean Thinker) in root cause analysis using Opex tools.
• Facilitate improvement implementations from continuous improvement teams.
• Create technical documents for process optimization and troubleshooting, ensuring compliance with applicable procedures.
• Investigate and correct product defects and process failures using Opex methodologies.
• Ensure compliance with corporate and legal EHS requirements, including internal strategies, controls, communication, and training.
• Continuously improve EHS outcomes through leadership, commitment, and participation in EHS initiatives.
• Other activities inherent to the role or assigned by the direct supervisor.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Production, Electromechanical Engineering, Industrial Maintenance Engineering, Electronics, or related field.

Language:

• Intermediate English proficiency (B2).

Experience:

• At least 1 year implementing process improvements.
• At least 2 years in manufacturing processes within the medical industry.
• At least 1 year implementing document change controls and executing First Articles (desirable).

Skills:

• Intermediate proficiency in Operational Excellence and Lean Manufacturing tools.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office, Project, and Visio.
• Basic business mindset.
• Intermediate continuous improvement and innovation skills.
• Intermediate problem-solving skills.
• Intermediate data-driven approach.
• Basic project management methodologies.

Desirables:

• Experience with SAP, AutoCAD/Solid Works, Power BI, simulation software, and time-study tools.

At Abb Vie, we are committed to cultivating a workplace culture that promotes inclusion, diversity, and personal growth. We recognize that our collective success is based on the individual well-being of our employees, which is why we have designed a benefits package that considers every aspect of their lives.

• Enhanced Health and Wellness Coverage: Our administrative staff enjoys comprehensive medical and dental insurance, ensuring peace of mind for you and your loved ones.
• Extended Vacation: We believe in the balance between work and personal life for our administrative team. That’s why we offer additional vacation days, beyond legal requirements.
• Flexible Hybrid Work Model: For eligible positions within our administrative staff, we have adopted a hybrid work scheme allowing the convenience of working from home two days a week.
• Life Insurance: Secure your family’s future with our life insurance policy.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access professional support with our comprehensive EAP, offering psychological, legal, and financial counseling.
• On-Site Health Services: Benefit from the convenience of having a company doctor and physical therapy services, demonstrating our commitment to your health and well-being.
• Community and Social Engagement: Make a difference with a paid volunteer day, allowing you to contribute to the community during company working hours.
• Special Leave Benefits: Celebrate your life achievements with extra leave days for marriage and enjoy your birthday with a day off.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan: Participate in our company's success by purchasing shares at a special price exclusive to employees.
• Transportation and Meals subsidized.
• Solidary Association: Join a community focused on mutual help and enjoy the benefits that come with being a member.

Abb Vie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community.  Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

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About Abb Vie

Abb Vie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about Abb Vie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.