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. Abbott is a global healthcare leader, creating breakthrough science to improve people’s health. We’re always looking towards the future, anticipating changes in medical science and technology. **Working at Abbott** At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and 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 high employer contribution + Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save (https://www.abbott.com/corpnewsroom/strategy-and-strength/tackling-student-debt-for-our-employees.html) student debt program and FreeU (https://www.abbott.com/corpnewsroom/strategy-and-strength/college-degree-for-free-its-possible-with-freeu.html) 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 around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune. **The Opportunity** This position works out of our **Minnetonka , MN** location in the **Cardiac Rhythm Management** division. As a global leader in Cardiac Rhythm Technologies, we focus on innovative technologies that can improve the way doctors treat people with heart arrhythmias, or irregular heartbeats. **Value Stream Manager** position provides the Manufacturing Strategy, Vision and Leadership direction for a given value stream or department within the organization. Responsibility for improvements in safety, quality, on-time delivery, cost and employee development are key deliverables. **What You’ll Work On** + Develop manufacturing improvement strategies based on the business goals and aligned with Lean Manufacturing principles and in compliance to FDA and all other applicable agency regulations + Develop the initiatives that support company cost reduction and performance improvement goals + Lead and coach the Value Stream Production Management Teams in development of the plans and tactics that will meet improvement goals. + Lead and manage daily Value Stream resources and activities, including continuous improvement, change management process, material & labor flow, and technical support in achieving company goals + Develop budgets and manage expenses and capital needs for the area + Work closely with engineering, procurement, customer support, product support, sales and marketing, finance and other functional organizations to meet or exceed customer requirements + Develop employees to reach their maximum potential + Build a highly skilled, highly regarded and motivated customer focused team + Develop measurement systems and performance metrics that are understood by all members of the Value Stream and monitor results while driving continuous improvement + Create ownership of the value stream process throughout all levels of the team + Manage a cross functional team through influence and change management. + Hires and retains a diverse, highly qualified staff and provides ongoing performance feedback. Maintains a safe and professional work environment. + Support all Company initiatives as identified by management and in support of Quality Management Systems (QMS),Environmental Management Systems (EMS), and other regulatory requirements + Complies with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, other regulatory requirements, Company policies, operating procedures, processes, and task assignments. Maintains positive and cooperative communications and collaboration with all levels of employees, customers, contractors, and vendors. + Performs other related duties and responsibilities, on occasion, as assigned. **EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE YOU’LL BRING** + Bachelors Degree + Masters Degree preferred OR an equivalent combination of education and workexperience + Minimum 2 years In a high-volume, multi-product manufacturing environment, preferably in the medical device industry + Ability to learn, train, and follow good manufacturing practices (FDA/GMP's) and other applicable regulatory standards (i.e., ISO9000) and ensure operational compliance. + Solid people management skills, including demonstrated ability to coach, mentor and develop employees. Solid communication, interpersonal, and motivational skills. + Ability to work effectively within a team in a fast-paced changing environment. + Experience working in a broader enterprise/cross division business unit model preferred. Ability to work in a highly matrixed and geographically diverse business environment. + Solid knowledge, practical application, and use of Lean Principles and the commitment to those Principles. Experience leading and implementing lean manufacturing/Six Sigma and change initiatives preferred. + Strong leadership skills, including the ability to set goals and provide positive and constructive feedback respectfully to build positive relationships and improve business results. Strong verbal and written communications with ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels in the organization. Multi-tasks, prioritizes and meets deadlines in timely manner. Strong organizational, planning, and follow-up skills and ability to hold others accountable. + Ability to travel approximately 15%, including internationally(only if required) **Preferred Requirements** + Minimum 7 years In manufacturing leadership role preferred. + Demonstrated excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills. + Coaching and development skills. + Influencing and collaboration skills. + Change management leadership skills. + Advanced problem-solving skills. + Finance and budgetary management accountability. + Project management skills. + Strategic planning skills. + Knowledge and Utilization of Proactive management skills. + Green Belt certification/ Black Belt Skills and Tool Usage Preferred: + Black Belt certification + Project Management Certification + Proven leadership capabilities. + Strategic planning & execution experiences. + Process control management experience. + Leading organizational change projects. + Demonstrated financial acumen. + Continuous Improvement Project Delivery. Apply Now (https://www.jobs.abbott/us/en) **Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives:** www.abbottbenefits.com (http://www.abbottbenefits.com/pages/candidate.aspx) 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 and @AbbottGlobal. The base pay for this position is $97,300.00 – $194,700.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted. 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