Operational Excellence Engineer

About Abbott
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Today, 109,000 of us are working to help people live not just longer, but better, in the more than 160 countries we serve.

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About Abbott Diagnostics Technologies
Abbott Diagnostics Technologies AS is part of Abbott Diagnostics, bringing together teams of experts and industry leading technologies to support diagnostic testing which provides important information for treatment and management of diseases and other conditions.

The position of Operational Excellence (OpEx) Engineer is within our Cardiometabolics and Informatics Unit located in Oslo, Norway. This role has the responsibility to support implementation of the operational excellence and continuous improvement strategies. OpEx Engineer will drive sustainable continuous improvements, delivering breakthrough results in safety, quality, delivery and cost while building cultural change throughout the organization.

Responsibilities

• Carries out duties in compliance with established business policies and procedures.

• Demonstrates commitment to the development, implementation, and effectiveness of quality processes as per ISO, FDA, and other regulatory agencies.

• Exhibits professional behavior that reflects positively on the company.

• Understands and maintains awareness of the quality consequences of improper job performance.

• Supports and drives the implementation of operational excellence and continuous improvement strategies.

• Implements lean practices and tools to strengthen a culture of continuous improvement, standard work, visual factory, continuous process flow, and waste reduction.

• Delivers Lean Six Sigma training at all levels of the organization.

• Purchases relevant OpEx materials within cost limits set by the manager.

• Responsibilities for specific tasks are reflected in the employee’s training plan.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s / master’s degree in relevant discipline

• 2-5 years of experience in a manufacturing setting

• Competence in instructing and guiding others

• Competence in using IT tools for data analysis, process mapping and presentations

• Strong application knowledge of LEAN manufacturing techniques and related CI tools

• Good communication skills in writing and orally, both in Norwegian and English

We are looking for a candidate with good collaboration skills and the ability to motivate others. You should have strong problem-solving and analytical skills, as well as a self-motivated and driven personality with the ability to execute tasks effectively. Experience with quality systems, LEAN, and working in a production environment is an advantage. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and want to contribute to continuous improvement, we would love to hear from you! This is an exciting opportunity to join a dedicated team where you can grow and make a difference. Apply today and join us on our journey to success! 

What can we offer you?
Abbott provides a varied, challenging and international position in a dynamic and pleasant working environment. In our organization, you can count on excellent primary and secondary benefits, a positive working atmosphere, a personal growth plan, extensive training opportunities and good career perspective. We are in the business of advancement, both in health solutions and in the lives and careers of our employees. Our work across the world and in many areas of healthcare provides a rich environment for our employees to explore career paths, interests and opportunities.

How to apply?
You can apply via the link with your CV and letter of application.