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Quality Engineer II

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

The Quality Engineer II will analyze returned units from product Complaints, thoroughly investigate to confirm any suspected defects and utilize Quality and Root Cause Analysis concepts to confirm if the defect was caused by design or manufacturing. This role will require strong cross-functional communication, thorough investigative techniques and assist the production Engineering Team implement solutions to the root causes identified. Additionally, this position will work with the production teams on larger projects and supporting the defense of Quality Systems through audits as applicable.

What You’ll Work On

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

• Conduct inspection of complaint products for defects.

• Thoroughly investigate quality issues, determine root cause, and develop corrective and/or preventative actions to address these identified root causes.

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

• Spend time on the production floor interacting with the product builders and processes to better understand the product requirements for complaint investigations.

• Join, support, and potentially lead continuous improvement project teams as business needs arise in this fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Required Qualifications

• BS degree in Engineering or Technical Field or equivalent experience

• 2-5 years' experience

• Engineering experience and demonstrated use of Quality tools/methodologies

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

• 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

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

• 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

• Multitasks, prioritizes and meets deadlines in timely manner

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

• Ability to maintain regular and predictable on-site attendance

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree preferred

• Detailed knowledge of FDA, GMP, and ISO 13485 is preferred

• Prior medical device experience preferred

• ASQ CQE or other certifications preferred

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

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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.

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The base pay for this position is $60,000.00 – $120,000.00. 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