Associate Supplier Quality Engineer

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.

Job Title

Associate Supplier Quality Engineer

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:

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

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  Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.

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  An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution

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  Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save ( student debt program and FreeU ( education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor's degree.

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  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.

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  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.

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The Opportunity

This position works out of our Sylmar, CA location. This is an onsite role .

As a global leader in Cardiac Rhythm Technologies, we focus on innovative technologies that can improve the way doctors treat people with heart arrhythmias, or irregular heartbeats.

What You'll Work On

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  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

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

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

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

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  Design and conduct experiments for process optimization and/or improvement

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

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  Lead process control and monitoring of CTQ parameters and specifications

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

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  Lead the investigation, resolution and prevention of product and process non-conformances

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

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  Lead in the completion and maintenance of risk analysis

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

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  Work with microbiology to ensure appropriate environmental monitoring and that microbiology requirements are considered in product and process development activities

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

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  Complies with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, other regulatory requirements, Company policies, operating procedures, processes, and task assignments. Maintains positive and cooperative communications and collaboration with all levels of employees, customers, contractors, and vendors.

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EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE YOU'LL BRING

Required Experience:

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  Bachelors Degree in Engineering or Technical Field or equivalent experience or an equivalent combination of education and work experience

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  0-2 years Engineering experience and demonstrated use of Quality tools/methodologies.

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  Detailed knowledge of FDA, GMP, ISO 13485, and ISO 14971 Solid communication and interpersonal skills.

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  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.

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

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

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  Experience working in a broader enterprise/cross-division business unit model preferred. Ability to work in a highly matrixed and geographically diverse business environment.

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

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

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

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  Multitasks, prioritizes and meets deadlines in timely manner.

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

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  Working technical knowledge and application of concepts, practices and procedures.

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  General understanding of business unit/group function.

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  Will perform this job in a quality system environment.

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  Failure to adequately perform tasks can result in noncompliance with governmental regulations.

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  Works on problems of moderate scope where analysis of situations or data requires a review of identifiable factors.

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  Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action.

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  Has a broad knowledge of technical alternatives and an understanding of their impact on the systems environment.

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Preferred Experience:

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  Masters Degree Preferred

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  ASQ CQE or other certifications preferred.

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  Prior medical device or highly regulated industry experience preferred.

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Please note that the salary range listed is our full grade range. We usually hire based on the mid-point.

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The base pay for this position is $72,100.00 - $114,700.00. 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.

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