Lab Manager; Microbiology - Nutrition Manufacturing - Casa Grande AZ
Abbott Laboratories, Casa Grande, AZ, United States
Lab Manager; Microbiology - Nutrition Manufacturing
Abbott Nutrition in Casa Grande, AZ is seeking a Lab Manager for our Microbiology Department. The Lab Manager is responsible for providing support and oversight in the Manufacturing areas as related to systems controls, new product introductions, process improvements, data collection and reports, and root cause/corrective action investigations. In this role, the individual will interact and communicate extensively with both division and plant support personnel (Engineering, PR&D, Maintenance, QA) to assure that projects and issues are addressed with little-to-no impact to operations productivity.
What You’ll Do
Perform and oversee microbiological testing for ingredients, in-process materials, finished products, and environmental/utility samples.
Lead corrective and preventive action (CAPA) activities related to microbiological non-conformities.
Develop, implement, and maintain laboratory methods, documentation, and best practices.
Identify and execute continuous improvement opportunities to enhance lab efficiency, accuracy, and productivity.
Manage the department budget and drive cost-improvement initiatives related to lab operations and testing.
Serve as the plant’s microbiology subject-matter expert and technical liaison across business units.
Represent the microbiology function during external regulatory and quality audits.
Oversee the internal microbiology audit program, including annual audit execution.
Review global corrective actions and determine site-specific requirements.
Ensure high product quality levels while supporting operational efficiency.
Maintain compliance with GMPs, FDA regulations, company policies, and established procedures.
Build, develop, and retain a diverse, high-performing lab team with clear goal-setting, coaching, and ongoing feedback.
Foster a safe, professional, and collaborative work environment.
Partner effectively with employees, customers, contractors, and vendors to support site and business objectives.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Microbiology, Bacteriology, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biology, or other technical degree.
Minimum 10 years of experience in nutrition, food or allied industry.
Minimum 5 years of supervisory management experience.
Minimum 5 years of experience working in a regulated FDA/GMP environment.
Benefits
Career development with an international company where you can grow your career.
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, Freedom 2 Save student debt program, and FreeU education benefit.
A company recognized as a great place to work worldwide and named one of the most admired companies by Fortune.
Recognition as one of the best big companies to work for for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.
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.
Base pay for this position is $99,300.00 – $198,700.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
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Abbott Nutrition in Casa Grande, AZ is seeking a Lab Manager for our Microbiology Department. The Lab Manager is responsible for providing support and oversight in the Manufacturing areas as related to systems controls, new product introductions, process improvements, data collection and reports, and root cause/corrective action investigations. In this role, the individual will interact and communicate extensively with both division and plant support personnel (Engineering, PR&D, Maintenance, QA) to assure that projects and issues are addressed with little-to-no impact to operations productivity.
What You’ll Do
Perform and oversee microbiological testing for ingredients, in-process materials, finished products, and environmental/utility samples.
Lead corrective and preventive action (CAPA) activities related to microbiological non-conformities.
Develop, implement, and maintain laboratory methods, documentation, and best practices.
Identify and execute continuous improvement opportunities to enhance lab efficiency, accuracy, and productivity.
Manage the department budget and drive cost-improvement initiatives related to lab operations and testing.
Serve as the plant’s microbiology subject-matter expert and technical liaison across business units.
Represent the microbiology function during external regulatory and quality audits.
Oversee the internal microbiology audit program, including annual audit execution.
Review global corrective actions and determine site-specific requirements.
Ensure high product quality levels while supporting operational efficiency.
Maintain compliance with GMPs, FDA regulations, company policies, and established procedures.
Build, develop, and retain a diverse, high-performing lab team with clear goal-setting, coaching, and ongoing feedback.
Foster a safe, professional, and collaborative work environment.
Partner effectively with employees, customers, contractors, and vendors to support site and business objectives.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Microbiology, Bacteriology, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biology, or other technical degree.
Minimum 10 years of experience in nutrition, food or allied industry.
Minimum 5 years of supervisory management experience.
Minimum 5 years of experience working in a regulated FDA/GMP environment.
Benefits
Career development with an international company where you can grow your career.
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, Freedom 2 Save student debt program, and FreeU education benefit.
A company recognized as a great place to work worldwide and named one of the most admired companies by Fortune.
Recognition as one of the best big companies to work for for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.
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.
Base pay for this position is $99,300.00 – $198,700.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
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