Lead Operational Excellence Engineer

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Lead Operational Excellence Engineer . This position will support the Structural Heart business and will be based in Caguas, Puerto Rico. On-site position. 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 family, be your true self and live a full life.

You will have access to: Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of. Health Insurance (starting on Day 1 of employment), Savings Plan (401K) with company match, Life insurance for you and your spouse/children, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Education Assistance, Employee Assistance Program, Vacation, Sick, Personal Days.

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 company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

The Opportunity This position will provide support to our Medical Devices / Structural Heart business . Our medical devices help more than 10,000 people have healthier hearts, improve quality of life for thousands of people living with chronic pain and movement disorders, and liberate more than 500,000 people with diabetes from routine fingersticks.

Our business purpose is to restore health and improve quality of life through the design and provision of device and management solutions for the treatment of structural heart disease. As the Lead Operational Excellence Engineer will be responsible for driving Operational Excellence initiatives across the site and representing the site within divisional Operational Excellence (OPEx) community and the Abbott Community of Practice.

This position bridges tactical execution and the strategic alignment, ensuring site-level improvements are integrated with the divisional priorities and best practices. What You’ll Do Act as site representative in divisional OpEx forums and Community of Practice, sharing learnings and adopting best practices.

Lead and coordinate site-wide continuous improvement initiatives aligned with divisional strategy. Deliver Lean Sigma projects using DMAIC methodology to improve quality, reduce cycle time, and optimize cost. Lead cross-functional teams to implement Operational Excellence tools and methodologies, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Lead deployment of enterprise programs such as 6S, Gemba, Class A and Shingo principles. Conduct internal and external benchmarking to identify improvement opportunities and measure success. Mentor and coach colleagues on Lean and Six Sigma principles and problem-solving techniques.

Collaborate with divisional stakeholders to ensure site projects align with global standards and business objectives. Recognized as an experienced Continuous Improvement Champion, delivering transformational change and continuous improvement within the Operational areas of the business whilst ensuring quality and compliance standards are maintained and improved.

Drive improvements in productivity, quality and cost by identifying and leading their own continuous improvement projects within the Operational areas of the facility. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in engineering. Minimum 6 years of experience in Production and/or Business Excellence.

Ability to effectively communicate cross functionally to assist with resolving Quality/Engineering issues. Excellent written, verbal with resolving communication skills in both English and Spanish. Ability to interact effectively with all levels of employees.

Knowledge of common office applications: Word, PowerPoint, Excel. Ability to evaluate and lead resolution of complex process issues. Preferred qualifications Lean Six Sigma Green belt or above qualification preferred. Strong knowledge of statistical analysis.

Apply now 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, committed to employee diversity. Connect with us at www.abbott.com , on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott and on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal.

The base pay for this position is $76,000.00 – $152,000.00 In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted. JOB FAMILY: Project Management DIVISION: SH Structural Heart LOCATION: Puerto Rico > Caguas : West Industrial Park Calle B, Lote #20 ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS: WORK SHIFT: Standard TRAVEL: Yes, 5 % of the Time MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: No SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday) Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.

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