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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 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries. JOB DESCRIPTION: Plant Supply Chain Supervisor 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 At Molecular Diagnostics, we realize the potential of personalized care as the laboratory’s most trusted and preferred source for molecular diagnostic solutions. We are a division of Abbott Laboratories, a global, diversified healthcare innovator with a legacy of pioneering work in medical diagnostics. Position: Plant Supply Chain Supervisor Location: Molecular Diagnostics Business Unit, Des Plaines, Illinois The Plant Supply Chain Supervisor is accountable for optimizing plant scheduling and ensuring production feasibility. This role leads a team of Production Schedulers and Material Handlers, driving performance against key KPIs such as monthly attainment, On-Time-In-Full (OTIF) kit delivery, manufacturing schedule adherence, and inventory accuracy. The position is responsible for resolving scheduling challenges, mitigating delays to final kit delivery, and spearheading continuous improvement initiatives across supply chain and operations. What You’ll Work On Serve as the subject matter expert in Supply Planning and Production Scheduling. Lead, coach, and develop a team of Production Schedulers and Material Handlers to achieve monthly production and inventory objectives. Manage production schedules for eight distinct manufacturing and QC testing areas supporting infectious disease and oncology diagnostics, including scheduling approximately 200 operators within a four-week horizon. Coordinate maintenance scheduling to minimize impact on production. Collaborate with Global Demand Planning, Purchasing, Engineering, and Manufacturing to finalize monthly build plans for Finished Goods and subassemblies, considering capacity, equipment, volume targets, and raw material availability. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce schedule variability, planned downtime, and production lead times. Prepare and present monthly site supply review reports. Lead cross-functional project teams to support business initiatives aimed at improving efficiency and reducing costs. Maintain ongoing communication with global Supply Planning, Sourcing, Order Management, Business Intelligence, IT, Logistics, NPI, Engineering, Finance, and Quality teams. Ensure exceptional customer service through effective scheduling and data analysis to maximize productivity and minimize costs. Report KPI performance to senior management. Required Qualifications Bachelors of Science degree, plus 5 years related experience, or Bachelor of Art degree, plus 7 years related experience or an equivalent combination of education and work experience Minimum of 5 years of experience in a supply chain or operations environment. Requires excellent analytical and communication skills. Ability to collaborate and gain consensus across functional areas Must be skilled user of Microsoft Excel. Preferred Expertise in ERP/MRP system(s) and MS Power Platform Tools preferred. 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. Connect with us at www.abbott.com, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott, and on Twitter @AbbottNews. The base pay for this position is $75,300.00 – $150,700.00 In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted. JOB FAMILY: Supply Chain DIVISION: AMD Molecular LOCATION: United States > Des Plaines : DP01 ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS: WORK SHIFT: Standard TRAVEL: Not specified MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: Not Applicable SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Continuous standing for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday), Work in a clean room environment, Work in noisy environment Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans. EEO is the Law link - English: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_English.pdf EEO is the Law link - Espanol: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_Spanish.pdf Abbott is about the power of health. For more than 135 years, Abbott has been helping people reach their potential — because better health allows people and communities to achieve more. With a diverse, global network serving customers in more than 160 countries, we create new solutions — across the spectrum of health, around the world, for all stages of life. Whether it’s next-generation diagnostics, life-changing devices, science-based nutrition, or novel reformulations, we are advancing some of the most innovative and revolutionary technologies in healthcare, helping people live their best lives through better health. The people of Abbott come to work each day with relentless energy, enthusiasm and a promise to enhance the health and well-being of millions of people. They push the boundaries to help manage and treat some of life’s greatest health challenges. We invite you to explore opportunities at Abbott, to see if your talents and career aspirations may fit with our openings. An equal opportunity employer, Abbott welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce. Follow Us: Facebook LinkedIn YouTube Twitter