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Continuous Improvement Engineer I

Abbott Laboratories
Plymouth, MN, United States
  • Manufacturing
  • Full-time
Our job summary
Tuition assistance and strong benefits with a pathway to grow in medical device manufacturing. Continuous Improvement Engineer I; full-time, on-site in Plymouth, MN; entry-level (0–2 yrs); permanent role supporting Abbott Electrophysiology value stream. - Bachelor’s in Industrial Engineering or related discipline (required) - 0–2 years continuous improvement or engineering experience (required) - Experience with CI methods (value stream mapping, 5S, standard work) or willingness to train - Familiarity with A3/DMAIC, project management, or regulated/medical device environments (preferred)
Full description

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.

Continuous Improvement Engineer

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 Plymouth MN location for our Electrophysiology business.  In Abbott’s Electrophysiology (EP) business, we’re advancing the treatment of heart disease through breakthrough medical technologies in atrial fibrillation, allowing people to restore their health and get on with their lives.

What You’ll Work On

• Acts as change agent to lead implementation and effectiveness of continuous improvement systems and tools in support of value stream goals and objectives.

• Facilitates and coaches cross functional improvement events to deliver positive and measurable results for the value stream.

• Supports the continuous improvement strategy in collaboration with the Continuous Improvement Department. Coordinates with operations team to ensure alignment and resource support related to continuous improvement.

• Works with the value stream support team to develop space plans and capacity models.

• Develops and trains continuous improvement methods such as value stream mapping, 5S, line balancing, standard work, and material flow to internal resources within the organization.

• Provides input for identification of department goals which align to strategic objectives.

• Maintains a safe and professional work environment.

• Maintains positive and cooperative communications and collaboration with all levels of employees, customers, contractors, and vendors.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelors Degree in Industrial Engineering or related discipline
  • 0-2  years experience

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience leading Continuous improvement events
  • Experience with problem solving such as A3/DMAIC
  • Med Device or regulated industry
  • Project management experience

What We Offer

At Abbott, you can have a good job that can grow into a great career. We offer:

  • A fast-paced work environment where your safety is our priority
  • 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
  • Paid time off
  • 401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match
  • The stability of a company with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities

Apply Now

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 Employer, committed to employee diversity.

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The base pay for this position is $50,700.00 – $101,300.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

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