Supervisor, Food Safety Contractor Coordinator - Sturgis, MI Plant

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.

     

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Job Title

Food Safety Contractor Coordinator Supervisor

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: 

• Production areas that are clean, well-lit and temperature-controlled  
• Training and career development, with onboarding programs for new employees and tuition assistance  
• Financial security through competitive compensation, incentives and retirement plan 
• Health care and well-being programs including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programs, Medical Benefits start day 1 
• Vacation – 120 hours of accrued vacation (1st yr is prorated) + vacation buy program + 3 personal days + 10 paid holidays 
• Retiree Healthcare program 
• Robust 401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match 
• 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 around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.  
• A stable company with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities 
• 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 Sturgis, MI 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. 

For over 70 years, Abbott’s Sturgis, Mich., has been impacting its community while producing products that provide essential nutrition to millions of families around the world. Working here, you’ll feel part of a family that is dedicated to making a difference and helping others. 

What You’ll Work On 

Responsible for the oversight, performance, and daily execution of the Facilities Contract Coordinator program on a single shift within a 5‑day operation with additional off-shift/weekend coverage when needed during periods of increased contractor activity. Leads Abbott Facility Contract Coordinator personnel and ensures effective oversight of all contracted service providers performing food‑safety‑critical work on site.

Coordinates activities, develops schedules, and ensures contractors’ work is fully aligned with plant food safety expectations, Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) requirements, Quality systems, and all regulatory standards.

Drives a culture of proactive food safety, ensures adherence to contractor management procedures, and provides leadership that supports continuous improvement in compliance, program execution, and key performance indicators (KPIs).

Manages budget accountability for headcount, overtime (OT), and department-related expenses. Develops and grows the Abbott Facilities Contract Coordinator team, ensures proper training, and integrates contractor oversight responsibilities into broader food safety team operations.

Environmental Health & Safety

• Model behaviors that promote a robust EHS culture; engage employees and contractors to ensure all EHS requirements are met in alignment with internal and external regulations.
• Participate in EHS and Quality audits; lead or support incident investigations and corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs).

Quality Leadership

• Ensure that all contractor activities meet Abbott, division, and plant food safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
• Assist with creating, driving, and implementing holistic plant sanitation programs, policies, and procedures.  Help ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and food safety policies and procedures.
• Act as food safety support in the process of assessing and mitigating safety risk associated with construction and major maintenance.
• Collaborates/Coordinates with Facilities and Operations groups to achieve desired Environmental Monitoring and Pest Control performance.
• Assists with evaluating facility sanitary conditions, assessing risk based on food safety and public health principles, and prioritizing corrective actions related to food safety.
   

Facilities Contract Coordinator Program Oversight

• Lead day‑to‑day execution of the Facilities Contract Coordinator program, ensuring proper monitoring, documentation, and reporting.
• Directly supervise Abbott employees responsible for monitoring contractors performing work at the site.
• Provide technical guidance to sentry staff and serve as a subject‑matter expert for contractor oversight and food safety compliance.

• Oversee integration of contractor management processes within the food safety team, ensuring consistency with corporate and regulatory expectations.
• Coordinate and schedule contractor activities to ensure adequate coverage, efficient workflow, and alignment with plant priorities.
• Ensure contractor qualifications, training, access, and documentation meet required standards.
• Partner with Procurement, EHS, Quality, Operations, and Security to maintain compliant contractor onboarding, performance monitoring, and recordkeeping.
   

Leadership, Staffing, and Development

• Model organizational values and provide clear leadership, direction, and development for Abbott Facility Contract Coordinator personnel.
• Assign duties, set expectations, and ensure team members are trained and competent in food safety, contractor oversight, documentation, and communication protocols.
• Provide timely coaching, counseling, feedback, and recognition.
• Conduct performance reviews on time and ensure alignment of individual development plans with team goals.
   

Operational & Financial Management

• Plan and organize daily schedules for Abbott sentry personnel and contractor activities.
• Manage budget accountability for headcount, OT, and Facility Contract Coordinator‑related direct expenses.
• Trend and continuously improve financial performance in areas such as OT, waste, efficiencies, and Cost Improvement Projects (CIPs).
   

Communication & Engagement

• Maintain high visibility on the floor; build strong relationships with employees, contractors, and cross‑functional partners.
• Establish communication routines to ensure timely and transparent information flow across all levels and functions.
• Promote positive employee relations and encourage knowledge sharing and open dialogue.

You’ll be accountable for meeting our compliance standards including FDA, OSHA and Abbott policies and procedures.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree OR significant experience in plant quality/food safety/sanitation/contractor management
• 2+ years' experience in regulated manufacturing environment.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills. Time management skills; priority management skills.
• Green Belt/Lean Six Sigma tools.
• Experience in a high-volume manufacturing support environment.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Project planning tools and experience using them.
• Plant financial understanding.
• Experience working with and implementing CIPs.
• Substantial computer skills (MS Office).

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of applicable regulatory standards and requirements for infant formula and nutritionals.
• Experience working in a manufacturing work environment with emphasis on infant formula manufacturing experience.

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. 

Connect with us at www.abbott.com, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott, and on Twitter @AbbottNews. 

     

The base pay for this position is

$61,300.00 – $122,700.00

In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

     

JOB FAMILY:

Operations Quality

     

DIVISION:

ANSC Nutrition Supply Chain

        

LOCATION:

United States > Sturgis : Building 01A

     

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

     

WORK SHIFT:

Standard

     

TRAVEL:

No

     

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:

No

     

SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:

Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Continuous standing for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Continuous walking for prolonged periods (more than 2 hours at a time in an 8 hour day)

     

Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.

     

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