Operational Excellence Specialist

<p style="text-align:inherit">&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</p><h2><b>JOB DESCRIPTION:</b></h2><div><div><p><b><span>Join Abbott as an Operational Excellence Specialist</span><span><span> </span>– based i</span><span>n</span><span><span> </span>Witney</span></b><span> </span></p></div><div><p></p><p><b><span>About Abbott</span></b><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>Abbott is about the power of health. For more than 13</span><span>5</span><span><span> </span>years,<span> </span></span><span>we’ve</span><span><span> </span>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.</span></span><span> </span></p><p></p></div><div><p><u><b><span>The Opportunity</span></b><span> </span></u></p></div><div><p><span><span>We have an exciting opportunity for an<span> </span></span></span><b><span>Operational Excellence Specialist</span></b><span><span><span> </span>to join our team in<span> </span></span></span><b><span>Witney</span></b><span><span>. 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<span> </span></span><span>maintaining</span><span><span> </span>and uplifting quality and compliance standards.</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>This position is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about<span> </span></span><span>problem</span><span><span> </span></span><span>solving</span><span>, process optimisation, and empowering teams to work smarter.</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span> </span></p></div><div><p><b><span>Responsibilities</span></b><span> </span></p></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Act as a Continuous Improvement change specialist, coaching colleagues on Lean Six Sigma principles, tools, and project execution.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Support the set-up, facilitation, and delivery of Lean Six Sigma training across the site.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Develop and enhance Operational Excellence systems using structured PDCA<span> </span></span><span>methodology</span><span><span> </span>— including benchmarking, current state assessment, future state proposals, and implementation support.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Deliver Operational Excellence initiatives that strengthen the Manufacturing Operating System and elevate the site’s<span> </span></span><span>OpEx</span><span><span> </span>maturity.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Independently<span> </span></span><span>identify</span><span>, lead, and execute small to medium improvement projects using DMAIC<span> </span></span><span>methodology</span><span>.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Manage project resources, timelines, risks, and milestones; present findings and outcomes to key stakeholders.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Develop, deploy, and<span> </span></span><span>maintain</span><span><span> </span>digital tools (e.g., Power Apps) to improve operational visibility and efficiency.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Facilitate meetings and workshops to drive engagement, alignment, and problem-solving.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Support the wider Site Excellence team with engagement and cultural initiatives.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><p><span> </span></p></div><div><p><u><b><span>Education &amp; Experience</span></b><span> </span></u></p></div><div><p><b><span>Education:</span></b><span> </span></p></div></div><div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Completed secondary education or equivalent.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><p><b><span>Experience:</span></b><span> </span></p></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Demonstrated experience across Operations, Technical, Quality, and/or<span> </span></span><span>Financial</span><span><span> </span>environments.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Strong communication</span><span>, decision-making, facilitation, and collaborative leadership skills.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Practical experience with modern manufacturing excellence tools &amp; techniques, including Lean Six Sigma.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Ability to perform data analysis using Excel; familiarity with basic Power BI dashboards and interpretation of trends/KPIs.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><p><span> </span></p></div><div><p><b><span>What We Offer</span></b><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>At Abbott, we believe in helping you bring your passion, ideas, and purpose to life. In return, we offer:</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>A competitive salary and benefits package.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>A<span> </span></span><span>class</span><span>-</span><span>leading</span><span><span> </span>defined contribution pension scheme.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Share ownership opportunities.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>A supportive and inclusive work environment that encourages career growth and development.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Access to a wide range of wellness initiatives and employee engagement activities.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><p></p><p><b><span>At our Witney site: onsite allotments, beekeeping, yoga, and more.</span></b><span> </span></p></div></div><p></p><p style="text-align:inherit">&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</p><p><b>The base pay for this position is </b></p>N/A<p style="text-align:left"><span>In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.</span></p><p style="text-align:inherit">     </p><h2><b>JOB FAMILY:</b></h2>Manufacturing<p style="text-align:inherit">&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</p><h2><b>DIVISION:</b></h2>ADC Diabetes Care<p style="text-align:inherit">&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;</p><h2><b>LOCATION:</b></h2>United Kingdom &gt; Witney : Production Facility<p style="text-align:inherit">&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</p><h2><b>ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:</b></h2><p style="text-align:inherit">&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</p><h2><b>WORK SHIFT:</b></h2>Standard<p style="text-align:inherit">&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</p><h2><b>TRAVEL:</b></h2>Yes, 5 % of the Time<p style="text-align:inherit">&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</p><h2><b>MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:</b></h2>Not Applicable<p style="text-align:inherit">&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</p><h2><b>SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:</b></h2>Not Applicable<p style="text-align:inherit">&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</p><p style="text-align:inherit">     </p><p style="text-align:inherit">     </p>