JOB DESCRIPTION:
Abbott Nutrition in Casa Grande, AZ is seeking a CAPA Coordinator. As a CAPA Coordinator , you will manage the plant’s GMP Investigations and Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) program. This role is critical to ensuring product quality, regulatory compliance, and business continuity.
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
The primary responsibilities of the CAPA Coordinator are multifunctional and include management of the plant GMP/Investigations and Corrective Action/Preventative Action (CAPA) program. Primary responsibilities include implementation and maintenance in the following areas:
- Leading and writing complex investigations, including thorough root cause analysis
- Driving the development and implementation of corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)
- Serving as a technical resource for investigation and root cause methodologies
- Training employees on investigation and CAPA systems and processes
- Ensuring all investigations and CAPA activities meet GMP, corporate, and regulatory standards
Major Responsibilities:
- Implement, maintain, and continuously improve the CAPA Quality System
- Monitor CAPA program effectiveness, including metrics, trend analysis, and on-time completion of actions
- Prepare and present CAPA data for monthly and quarterly management reviews
- Review non-conformances impacting product quality and recommend corrective actions and effectiveness checks
- Ensure investigation and CAPA documentation complies with GMP, corporate policies, and industry standards
- Partner with cross-functional teams to identify root causes and implement sustainable solutions
- Ensure proper review and approval of all investigations
- Train site personnel on CAPA processes and best practices
- Lead the Site PoP (Protect Our Product) Program, including mentoring workstream leads and acting as a liaison with division teams
You’ll be accountable for meeting our compliance standards including FDA, OSHA and Abbott policies and procedures.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required (Business, Science, Engineering, Math/Statistics, or related field)
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree preferred
- 4+ years of quality assurance experience in a GMP-regulated industry
- Knowledge of regulatory requirements for infant formula and medical nutrition products
- Understanding of food processing, laboratory procedures, documentation practices, and statistical applications
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Proven ability to prioritize, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines
- Demonstrated critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills
- Ability to collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization
This is a Day shift opportunity
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