**Join Abbott as an Operational Excellence Specialist** **– based i** **n** **Witney** **About Abbott** Abbott is about the power of health. For more than 135 years, we’ve been helping people reach their potential — because better health allows individuals and communities to achieve more. With a diverse, global network serving customers in more than 160 countries, we create innovative solutions across the spectrum of health, advancing technologies that help people live their best lives. **The Opportunity** We have an exciting opportunity for an **Operational Excellence Specialist** to join our team in **Witney** . In this role, you will act as a key change agent, driving Continuous Improvement (CI) activity across our Operational areas. You will help develop a culture of excellence by supporting teams with Lean Six Sigma tools, data-driven decision-making, and enhanced operational processes — all while maintaining and uplifting quality and compliance standards. This position is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about problem solving, process optimisation, and empowering teams to work smarter. **Responsibilities** + Act as a Continuous Improvement change specialist, coaching colleagues on Lean Six Sigma principles, tools, and project execution. + Support the set-up, facilitation, and delivery of Lean Six Sigma training across the site. + Develop and enhance Operational Excellence systems using structured PDCAmethodology— including benchmarking, current state assessment, future state proposals, and implementation support. + Deliver Operational Excellence initiatives that strengthen the Manufacturing Operating System and elevate the site’sOpExmaturity. + Independentlyidentify, lead, and execute small to medium improvement projects using DMAICmethodology. + Manage project resources, timelines, risks, and milestones; present findings and outcomes to key stakeholders. + Develop, deploy, andmaintaindigital tools (e.g., Power Apps) to improve operational visibility and efficiency. + Facilitate meetings and workshops to drive engagement, alignment, and problem-solving. + Support the wider Site Excellence team with engagement and cultural initiatives. **Education & Experience** **Education:** + Completed secondary education or equivalent. **Experience:** + Demonstrated experience across Operations, Technical, Quality, and/orFinancialenvironments. + Strong communication, decision-making, facilitation, and collaborative leadership skills. + Practical experience with modern manufacturing excellence tools & techniques, including Lean Six Sigma. + Ability to perform data analysis using Excel; familiarity with basic Power BI dashboards and interpretation of trends/KPIs. **What We Offer** At Abbott, we believe in helping you bring your passion, ideas, and purpose to life. In return, we offer: + A competitive salary and benefits package. + Aclass-leadingdefined contribution pension scheme. + Share ownership opportunities. + A supportive and inclusive work environment that encourages career growth and development. + Access to a wide range of wellness initiatives and employee engagement activities. **At our Witney site: onsite allotments, beekeeping, yoga, and more.** 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