Sanitation Front Line Leader - Night Shift - Casa Grande AZ
Abbott Laboratories
Casa Grande AZ 85230 US
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.
Microbiology Supervisor – Night Shift - Casa Grande, AZ
The Micro Supervisor is responsible for supervising the operation of the Plant Microbiology QA Laboratories, which is comprised of the following functions: Environmental Monitoring Program, including equipment swabs, air samples, retort cooling water, ingredient water, and product samples; biochemical characterization and identification; raw material, in-process, and finished product testing; ensuring methods and procedures are appropriately followed; ensuring CAPA activities are followed through to completion; providing direction and technical expertise to Microbiology Laboratory personnel and to the plant; and providing leadership during problem solving situations related to microbial issues.
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 Casa Grande, Arizona location in the Abbott Nutrition division. Our Nutrition business develops science-based nutrition products for people of all ages, from helping babies and children grow to keeping adult bodies strong and active. Millions of people around the world count on our leading brands – including Similac®, PediaSure®, Pedialyte®, Ensure®, and Glucerna® – to help them get the nutrients they need to live their healthiest lives.
Casa Grande, AZ., is one of Abbott’s leading nutrition manufacturing plants in the U.S., reflecting our commitment to innovation and excellence. But we’re more than just a company, we’re a family. Working here you’ll be part of a family that works together to make a difference and enhance the lives of millions worldwide.
What You’ll Work On
- Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of the plant quality system.
- Manage departmental staffing, budgeting, and resource planning.
- Provide expert microbiological support for retort, powder, and aseptic production lines.
- Partner with division teams to establish and refine microbiological guidelines and specifications.
- Ensure full compliance with all quality, regulatory, safety, and HR policies across assigned departments.
- Recruit, develop, mentor, and retain high-performing team members; conduct performance reviews and assign project responsibilities.
- Develop, administer, and optimize a comprehensive Environmental Monitoring program.
- Lead investigations and problem-solving initiatives related to microbial issues.
- Oversee microbiological certification activities for new or modified equipment and processes.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with QA, Manufacturing, Engineering, R&D, Regulatory Affairs, and Purchasing to advance project goals.
- Provide technical microbiology guidance to plant leadership and operations teams.
- Ensure laboratory testing is performed according to approved methods and meets plant, division, and corporate standards.
- Participate in Management Review meetings to communicate microbiological trends, risks, and priorities.
What We’re Looking For
- Strong leadership experience in microbiology, food manufacturing, or related regulated industries.
- A proven ability to manage teams, drive high-performance cultures, and oversee technical quality programs.
- Expertise in microbiological methods, environmental monitoring, and problem-solving in a manufacturing environment.
You’ll be accountable for meeting our compliance standards including FDA, OSHA and Abbott policies and procedures.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelors Degree in Food Science, Microbiology or related area.
- The position requires technical knowledge related to sterilization methods, microbial physiology, biochemical characterization of microbial isolates, disinfection/sanitization methods, and a strong understanding of aseptic handling procedures.
Preferred Qualifications
- Masters Degree in Food Science or Microbiology (preferred but not required)
- Two years experience in Microbiology testing methods and techniques plus two years Supervisory experience (preferred).
Shift
This is a 12-hour Night shift position from 6:00 pm to 6:00 am and allows you to have every other weekend off.
Week 1: Mon - OFF, Tues - OFF, Wed - 12 hours, Thurs - 12 hours, Fri - OFF, Sat - OFF, Sun – OFF
Week 2: Mon - 12 hours, Tues - 12 hours, Wed - OFF, Thurs - OFF, Fri - 12 hours, Sat - 12 hours, Sun - 12 hours
Week 3: Mon - OFF, Tues - OFF, Wed - 12 hours, Thurs - 12 hours, Fri - OFF, Sat - OFF, Sun – OFF
Week 4: Mon - 12 hours, Tues - 12 hours, Wed - OFF, Thurs - OFF, Fri - 12 hours, Sat - 12 hours, Sun - 12 hours
Training will be on day shift.
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. Pre-Employment Inquiries and Citizenship | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (eeoc.gov)
* Participants who complete a short wellness assessment qualify for FREE coverage in our HIP PPO medical plan. Free coverage applies in the next calendar year.
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 and Military/Veteran friendly Employer, committed to employee diversity.
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The base pay for this position is $61,300.00 – $122,700.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.