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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.

At Abbott, we believe people with diabetes should have the freedom to enjoy active lives. That’s why we’re focused on helping people with diabetes manage their health more effectively and comfortably, with life-changing products that provide accurate data to drive better-informed decisions. We’re revolutionizing the way people monitor their glucose levels with our new sensing technology.

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’ll also have access to:

• Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of .

• Free medical coverage for employees* via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO

• An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution

• Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save (https://www.abbott.com/corpnewsroom/strategy-and-strength/tackling-student-debt-for-our-employees.html) student debt program and FreeU (https://www.abbott.com/corpnewsroom/strategy-and-strength/college-degree-for-free-its-possible-with-freeu.html) 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 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

• Analyze quality standards for components, materials or services.Apply measures, sampling methods, testing methodology and other procedures that ensure that quality standards are met.

• Apply quality principles, analyzes quality records, prepares reports and recommends improvements.

• Conduct inspection, verification and validation of components or materials used in development processes.

• Identify and address recurring problems either with the quality of the product or the reliability of testing procedures.

• Document quality issues and performance measures for management review.

• May liaise with external vendors.

What You’ll Work On

• Identify and implement effective process control systems to support the development, qualification, and on-going manufacturing of products to meet or exceed internal and external requirements.

• Lead in the implementation of assurances, process controls, and CAPA systems designed to meet or exceed internal and external requirements.

• Assist in the development and execution of streamlined business systems which effectively identify and resolve quality issues.

• Apply sound, systematic problem-solving methodologies in identifying, prioritizing, communicating, and resolving quality issues.

• Design and conduct experiments for process optimization and/or improvement.

• Appropriately document experiment plans and results, including protocol writing and reports.

• Lead process control and monitoring of CTQ parameters and specifications.

• Lead and implement various product and process improvement methodologies (e.g., Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing).

• Lead the investigation, resolution and prevention of product and process non-conformance.

• Participate in or lead teams in supporting quality disciplines, decisions, and practices (e.g., represent the Quality function as a Core Team Member).

• Lead in the completion and maintenance of risk analysis.

• Work with design engineering in the completion of product verification and validation.

• Support all Company initiatives as identified by management and in support of Quality Management Systems (QMS), Environmental Management Systems (EMS), and other regulatory requirements.

• Complies with (FDA) regulations, other regulatory requirements, company policies, operating procedures, processes, and task assignments.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors Degree in Engineering or Technical Fie .

• 2-5 years Engineering experience and demonstrated use of Quality tools/methodologies.

• Detailed knowledge of FDA, GMP, ISO 13485, and ISO 14971.

• Solid communication and interpersonal skills.

• Project management and leadership skills, including the demonstrated ability to lead multi-departmental project teams and resolve quality-related issues in a timely and effective manner.

• Advanced computer skills, including statistical/data analysis and report writing skills.

• Prior medical device experience preferred.

• Experience implementing various product and process improvement methodologies (e.g., Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing).

• ASQ CQE or other certifications preferred.

• Experience working in a broader enterprise/cross-division business unit model preferred.

• Ability to work in a highly matrixed and geographically diverse business environment.

• Ability to work within a team and as an individual contributor in a fast-paced, changing environment.

• Ability to leverage and/or engage others to accomplish projects.

• Strong verbal and written communications with ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels in the organization.

• Multitasks, prioritizes and meets deadlines in timely manner.

• Strong organizational and follow-up skills, as well as attention to detail.

EXPERIENCE:

• 2-5 Years of experience

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• 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 (http://www.abbottbenefits.com/pages/candidate.aspx)

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.

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

The base pay for this position is $64,000.00 – $128,000.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Abbot welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce.

We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.

To request accommodation, please call 224-667-4913 or email corpjat@abbott.com