CAPA Manager - Nutrition Manufacturing, Casa Grande, AZ

CAPA Manager- Nutrition Manufacturing, Casa Grande, AZ

We are seeking a Senior Manager, CAPA,  to lead and continuously improve quality assurance programs across multiple manufacturing sites. This role is critical in ensuring products meet internal standards and regulatory requirements while driving a strong culture of quality, compliance, and continuous improvement.

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 

This position works out of our Casa Grande, Arizona location in the Abbott Nutrition division. Our Nutrition business develops science-based nutrition products for people of all ages, from helping babies and children grow to keeping adult bodies strong and active. Millions of people around the world count on our leading brands – including Similac®, PediaSure®, Pedialyte®, Ensure®, and Glucerna® – to help them get the nutrients they need to live their healthiest lives.

Casa Grande, AZ., is one of Abbott’s leading nutrition manufacturing plants in the U.S., reflecting our commitment to innovation and excellence. But we’re more than just a company, we’re a family. Working here you’ll be part of a family that works together to make a difference and enhance the lives of millions worldwide.

What You’ll Work On

• Lead and develop a team of Quality Systems Engineers across multiple manufacturing locations.
• Own and administer the Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) program, ensuring compliance, effectiveness, and root cause rigor.
• Drive proactive compliance with internal, domestic, and international quality regulations (FDA, 21 CFR 820, ISO 13485, QSR).
• Partner cross-functionally to identify and execute quality improvement initiatives.
• Serve as a quality leader and subject matter expert, providing guidance on investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
• Ensure appropriate quality resources and support are available to meet business needs.
• Maintain and continuously improve the Quality Management System (QMS).
• Prepare for and support internal and external audits.
• Apply Lean, Six Sigma, and disciplined problem-solving methodologies to reduce risk, improve performance, and drive efficiency.
• Ensure documentation is accurate, complete, and compliant.
• Develop metrics, dashboards, and reports to monitor quality performance.
• Coach and mentor team members, set goals, and manage performance.
• Ensure compliance with FDA regulations, company policies, and standard operating procedures.
• Collaborate effectively with employees, customers, contractors, and vendors.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 3–5 years of people leadership experience.
• 8–10 years of increasing responsibility in quality within a manufacturing environment.
• Proven success driving performance improvement, risk reduction, and cost containment.
• Strong leadership and coaching skills with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational, planning, and follow-through skills.
• Ability to travel internationally as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree.
• Six Sigma Black Belt (strongly preferred).
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE).
• Industry certification.
• Experience in global or matrixed manufacturing environments.
• Hands-on experience with process improvement tools (KPIs, FMEA, IQ/OQ/PQ, SPC, process validation).

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Pre-Employment Inquiries and Citizenship | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (eeoc.gov)

* Participants who complete a short wellness assessment qualify for FREE coverage in our HIP PPO medical plan. Free coverage applies in the next calendar year.

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 and Military/Veteran friendly Employer, committed to employee diversity.

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