CAPA Remediation Manager (3 years contract)

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JOB DESCRIPTION: About Abbott 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 will have access to: Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of. 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 company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists. The Opportunity The CAPA Remediation Manager leads the elevation of the Nutrition Manufacturing site CAPA program. This role is accountable for driving risk‑based remediation of CAPA records, strengthening CAPA execution and effectiveness, and enabling sustainable adoption of compliant CAPA practices through effective change management. The position partners closely with site Quality, Operations, Engineering, and Technology teams to ensure CAPA processes are effective, timely, and inspection‑ready. What You'll Do: Lead end‑to‑end CAPA remediation initiatives, including assessment, prioritization, execution, and closure of CAPA records using a risk‑based approach. Establish clear intergation plans, timelines, and governance to address gaps in CAPA quality, documentation, and effectiveness. Partner with site and functional leadership to elevate CAPA understanding, ownership, and accountability. Drive change management activities to support adoption of improved CAPA practices, including coaching, communication, and training support. Coordinate cross‑functional teams (Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering, Supply Chain, IT) to resolve root causes and implement sustainable corrective and preventive actions. Ensure CAPA integration activities align with Abbott Nutrition Quality System requirements and regulatory expectations. Monitor remediation progress through defined metrics and dashboards; escalate risks and issues as needed. Support inspection readiness by ensuring remediated CAPAs demonstrate clear problem statements, robust root cause analysis, appropriate actions, and verified effectiveness. Act as a change agent to shift CAPA behaviors to proactive, risk‑based problem solving. Engage stakeholders at all levels to build understanding of CAPA expectations and roles. Communicate progress, risks, and outcomes clearly to site leadership and governance forums. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, quality, or related discipline (or equivalent experience). Minimum 8 years of experience in Quality, Manufacturing, and/or CAPA management within regulated manufacturing environments. Demonstrated experience leading integration or remediation initiatives related to audits, inspections, or quality system gaps. Strong working knowledge of CAPA systems, root cause analysis, and risk‑based remediation. Proven project management and execution skills. Effective change management and influencing capability without direct authority. Clear written and verbal communication skills. Ability to balance regulatory expectations with practical site execution. This is a 3-years fixed term contract opportunity. Location: This position is based in Waikato District > Pokeno. 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. The base pay for this position is N/A In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted. JOB FAMILY: Project Management DIVISION: ANSC Nutrition Supply Chain LOCATION: New Zealand > Waikato: Pokeno Plant ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS: WORK SHIFT: Standard TRAVEL: Not specified MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: Not Applicable SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day)