Abbott

Process Quality Engineer

Abbott • $61K — $122K *
St. Paul, MN 55106In-Person
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Technical Field; advanced degree preferred.
  • Minimum 4+ years of related work experience or equivalent education and experience.
  • Demonstrated use of Quality tools/methodologies.
  • Detailed knowledge of FDA, GMP, ISO 13485, and ISO 14971.
  • Solid communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

  • Identify and implement effective process control systems to support product development and manufacturing.
  • Support investigation and resolution of product and process nonconformances and CAPAs.
  • Apply systematic problem-solving methodologies for quality issue resolution.
  • Assist in developing streamlined business systems for quality issue management.
  • Lead process control and monitoring of Critical To Quality (CTQ) parameters.
  • Implement product and process improvement methodologies like Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing.
  • Participate in or lead teams in supporting quality disciplines and practices.

Benefits

  • Career development opportunities in an international company.
  • Eligibility for free medical coverage under the Health Investment Plan (HIP).
  • Excellent retirement savings plans with high employer contributions.
  • Tuition reimbursement and education benefits including FreeU for bachelor’s degrees.
  • Recognition as a great workplace and for diversity and inclusion efforts.
Full Job Description
Job Title

Process Quality Engineer

The Opportunity

This position works out of our St. Paul, MN (New Brighton) location in the Abbott Vascular division.

Abbott Vascular provides innovative, minimally invasive and cost-effective products for treatment of vascular disease. Our extensive portfolio includes drug-eluting stents, bare metal stents, guide wires, balloon dilatation catheters, imaging catheters and software, vessel closure devices and peripheral stents.

What You'll Do
  • 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
  • Support the investigation, resolution and prevention of product and process nonconformances and CAPAs by our TPM manufacturer.
  • Apply sound, systematic problem-solving methodologies in identifying, prioritizing, communicating, and resolving quality issues
  • Assist in the development and execution of streamlined business systems which effectively identify and resolve or prevent quality issues
  • Lead process control and monitoring of Critical To Quality (CTQ) parameters and specifications at our TPM manufacturer
  • Lead and implement various product and process improvement methodologies (e.g., Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing)
  • 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 in support of the Risk Management Files
  • Work with design engineering in the completion of commercial product readiness, transfer to mfg and product verification and validation
  • Work with microbiology to ensure appropriate environmental monitoring and that microbiology requirements are considered in product and process development activities
  • Maintains positive and cooperative communications and collaboration with all levels of employees, customers, contractors, and vendors.


Minimum Experience / Training Required
  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Technical Field; advanced degree preferred
  • Minimum 2 years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and work experience
  • Engineering experience and demonstrated use of Quality tools/methodologies
  • Detailed knowledge of FDA, GMP, ISO 13485, and ISO 14971


Preferred Experience:
  • Solid communication and interpersonal skills
  • Experience working with TPM (Third Party Manufacturers)
  • Advanced computer skills, including statistical/data analysis and technical report writing skills
  • Certified Quality Engineer Accreditation


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Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: www.abbottbenefits.com

The base pay for this position is
$61,300.00 - $122,700.00
In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

JOB FAMILY:
Operations Quality

DIVISION:
AVD Vascular

LOCATION:
United States > Minnesota > St. Paul : 1225 Old Highway 8 NW

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

WORK SHIFT:
Standard

TRAVEL:
Yes, 10 % of the Time

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:
No

SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:
Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Continuous standing for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day)

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Learn more about Abbott
Size
113,000 employees
Market Cap
$189 billion
Industry
Healthcare
Net Income
$4.4 billion
Founded
1944
5 Year Trend
+15.6%
Revenue
$34.6 billion
NASDAQ
ABT
* Ladders Estimates

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