• Ensure that the day-to-day activities of the Microbiology Laboratory are carried out in a safe and production manner, adhering to GMP/GLP standards at all times.

• Ensure results are updated and products/ ingredients, EMP, etc are released timely and escalate when there is abnormal trend or out of specification (OO5)/out of action level (OAL) .

• Conduct investigation with respect to lab investigation or any investigation needed due to lab issues.

• Provide assistance, consultation to production and assigned resource for micro events in the plant .

• Knowledge of principles, methods, technologies and practices of a professional/technical field .

• Good knowledge of procedures and activities within own work area.

• Manage a team of analysts and ensure all site key metrics are adhere to, example, BBS, SAV and training completion before 7 days, ideas generation/implementation

• Work under general direction, seek assistance as needed .

• Responsible for career development , planning/ performance and discussion of team members.

• Provide leadership, coaching/feedback and development for direct reports

• Ask effective questions and solicit feedback to understand laboratory and analyst needs.

• Involve, develop and implement continuous projects in the micro lab to improve safety and efficiency of the micro lab.

• Anticipate micro lab needs based on past transact on.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Food Technology or related with discipline with 1-3 years' experience or Diploma with minimum 3-5 years' experience.

• Competent in basic microbiology techniques and lab instrumentation, such as aseptic technique and media preparation, 3M MOS, Vidas, etc

• Good leadership, communication, problem solving, good time management and report writing skill.

• Willing to work on 12 hours rotating shift

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Abbot welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce.

We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.

To request accommodation, please call 224-667-4913 or email corpjat@abbott.com