Abbott Professional Development Program Operations (OPDP)

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.  

In Germany, Abbott has more than 4,000 employees working in manufacturing, research and development, logistics, manufacturing, sales and marketing. We are located at Abbott`s German headquarters in Wiesbaden and its sites Neustadt am Rübenberge, Wetzlar, Eschborn, Cologne, Jena and Hamburg.  

Our international Operations Professional Development Program - OPDP is a three-year rotational program designed to offer hands-on experience while promoting personal and professional growth. As a participant from Germany, you will begin the program with the first two rotations in Germany either in Wiesbaden or Neustadt, then you will complete your final-year rotation outside Europe.

This position is primarily based in Neustadt am Rübenberge and is also available at our Wiesbaden-Delkenheim location.

• Be a regular full-time employee of Abbott and qualify for the same competitive salary and benefits as other Abbott employees.
• Assume full responsibility and contribute as a functional operations professional.
• Rotate through three challenging, demanding, and diverse 12 months assignments.
• Develop a well-rounded skill set through assignments in the established learning tracks (see below) for the program.
• Relocate outside of Europe for the final assignment to experience diversity and operations.
• Work within multiple business units and/or manufacturing functions during your rotational program at Abbott.
• Have the opportunity to explore possible crossover assignments within other Operation Programs (i.e. Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Operational Excellence).
• Be paired with a mentor to assist in the development of your operations career.
• Report to a department manager in each assignment who will oversee your day-to-day responsibilities.
• Obtain training customized to support your individual growth and development.
• Create a personalized growth plan to serve as a step-by-step guide towards the experiences, knowledge, and resources necessary to achieve your career goals

•  3 assignments (12 months each) in different division and/or in different functional areas. The first 2 rotations being in Germany and the last one outside of Europe.
• No assignment is repeated; each is with a different Assignment Manager,
• OPDP participants starting the program in July 2027 will complete a three-year program with the final international (overseas) rotation ending in June 2030.

• Bachelor’s Degree/Master’s in Engineering (Automation / Mechanical / Electrical / Automation) Biotechnology, Pharmacy, Science, Supply Chain (Business Studies with major/minor Supply Chain) or related disciplines
• Tracking to or have a minimum of 2.1 Grade in your undergraduate course with a track record of outstanding co-curricular activities
• Interest in pursuing a career in Operations – Production, Engineering, Quality Assurance, Operation Excellence etc.
• Geographically mobile and willing to complete a one-year assignment outside of Europe
• Unrestricted authorization to work in Germany
• Fluent level of German and English for written and verbal business communication.

• Ambition for Leadership
• Capacity to apply skills and knowledge to address operational challenges and add value to the business.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal, leadership & communication skills.
• Eager to learn and has the flexibility and willingness to work on different projects.
• Previous work experience in internship or co-op work experience would be an advantage 

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