Plant Supply Chain Supervisor at Abbott

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 114000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries. JOB DESCRIPTION:Plant Supply Chain SupervisorWorking at AbbottAt 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. Youll also have access to:Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.Employees can qualify forfree medical coverage in ourHealth Investment Plan (HIP) PPOmedical plan in the next calendar year.An excellent retirement savings plan with a high employer contributionTuition reimbursement the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelors 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 OpportunityAt Molecular Diagnostics we realize the potential of personalized care as the laboratorys most trusted and preferred source for molecular diagnostic solutions. We are a division of Abbott Laboratories a global diversified healthcare innovator with a legacy of pioneering work in medical diagnostics.Position: Plant Supply Chain SupervisorLocation: Molecular Diagnostics Business Unit Des Plaines IllinoisThe Plant Supply Chain Supervisor is accountable for optimizing plant scheduling and ensuring production feasibility. This role leads a team of Production Schedulers and Material Handlers driving performance against key KPIs such as monthly attainment On-Time-In-Full (OTIF) kit delivery manufacturing schedule adherence and inventory accuracy. The position is responsible for resolving scheduling challenges mitigating delays to final kit delivery and spearheading continuous improvement initiatives across supply chain and operations.What Youll Work OnServe as the subject matter expert in Supply Planning and Production Scheduling.Lead coach and develop a team of Production Schedulers and Material Handlers to achieve monthly production and inventory objectives.Manage production schedules for eight distinct manufacturing and QC testing areas supporting infectious disease and oncology diagnostics including scheduling approximately 200 operators within a four-week horizon.Coordinate maintenance scheduling to minimize impact on production.Collaborate with Global Demand Planning Purchasing Engineering and Manufacturing to finalize monthly build plans for Finished Goods and subassemblies considering capacity equipment volume targets and raw material availability.Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce schedule variability planned downtime and production lead times.Prepare and present monthly site supply review reports.Lead cross-functional project teams to support business initiatives aimed at improving efficiency and reducing costs.Maintain ongoing communication with global Supply Planning Sourcing Order Management Business Intelligence IT Logistics NPI Engineering Finance and Quality teams.Ensure exceptional customer service through effective scheduling and data analysis to maximize productivity and minimize costs.Report KPI performance to senior management.Required QualificationsBachelors of Science degree plus 5 years related experience or Bachelor of Art degree plus 7 years related experience or an equivalent combination of education and work experienceMinimum of 5 years of experience in a supply chain or operations environment.Requires excellent analytical and communication skills.Ability to collaborate and gain consensus across functional areasMust be skilled user of Microsoft Excel.Preferred Expertise in ERP/MRP system(s) and MS Power Platform Tools preferred.Learn more about our health and wellness benefits which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: 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 on Facebook at and on Twitter @AbbottNews. The base pay for this position is $75300.00 $150700.00In specific locations the pay range may vary from the range posted. JOB FAMILY:Supply Chain DIVISION:AMD Molecular LOCATION:United States > Des Plaines : DP01 ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS: WORK SHIFT:Standard TRAVEL:Not specified MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:Not Applicable 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) Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday) Work in a clean room environment Work in noisy environment Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans. EEO is the Law link - English: EEO is the Law link - Espanol: Experience:Manager Key Skills Fitness,AXA,Council,Cleaning,Data Analysis Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 75300 - 150700