Manufacturing Supervisor
- Full-time
- Workday Global Grade: 00
- Travel: No
Company Description
AbbVie'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 – immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care – and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn and Tik Tok.
Job Description
Job Objective: Supervise and coordinate production activities, managing teams and resources to achieve efficiency, quality, safety, and output goals. Maintain an optimal work environment and promote continuous improvement in processes.
Main Responsibilities:
- Supervise production teams including scheduling, training, motivation, and performance management of line personnel.
- Ensure efficient, organized operations, complying with procedures, standards, and regulations (GMP, FDA, ISO, OHSAS, SOX, etc.).
- Analyze, implement, and lead continuous improvement initiatives to reduce defects/scrap, increase yields/productivity, using lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and problem-solving methodologies.
- Guarantee product traceability and quality through unit, router, and label review, and accurate records in manufacturing systems (SFA, SAP, Kronos or equivalent).
- Manage key performance indicators, production metrics, and prepare periodic reports to communicate progress, incidents, and results.
- Coordinate shift transitions to ensure continuity of operations and compliance with production plans.
- Participate in audits, investigate non-conformances, and ensure compliance with corporate and legal EHS requirements, tasks, and necessary trainings.
- Propose and execute corrective and preventive actions related to safety, quality, efficiency, and collaborative culture.
- Collaborate with support areas (Engineering, Quality, Materials, HR) to define priorities, resources, and projects.
- Foster a safe, positive work environment focused on team development, diversity, and inclusion.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or related field. Alternatively, a technical degree or advanced studies plus relevant experience.
- Minimum 2–5 years of leadership/supervisory experience in manufacturing, preferably in medical, pharmaceutical, or electronics industries.
- Intermediate to advanced English skills (minimum B1/B2 level).
- Demonstrated knowledge of good manufacturing practices (GMP), quality systems (FDA, ISO), lean tools, Six Sigma, and manufacturing IT systems.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office; basic statistics/reporting.
- Experience managing staff, resolving conflicts, coaching, and developing teams.
Competencies & Skills:
- Leadership, results-oriented, operational excellence.
- Effective communication and teamwork; ability to influence and motivate.
- Adaptability, change management, proactivity, and delivering high standards under pressure.
- Strategic thinking, innovation, and data-driven decision-making.
- Handling disciplinary situations and applying labor regulations; building collaborative environments.
Additional Information
At AbbVie, 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.
AbbVie 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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