Abbott

Quality Engineer

Abbott • $54K — $109K *
Barceloneta, PR 00617In-Person
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering required.
  • Minimum 2 years' experience in a related role, preferably in medical devices or pharmaceuticals.
  • Effective cross-functional communication skills to resolve Quality issues.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills in English and Spanish.
  • Ability to engage with all levels of staff effectively.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure compliance with Corporate and Divisional Policies.
  • Identify and assess manufacturing process defects, including non-conforming materials.
  • Assist in developing product quality plans and specifications with the product development team.
  • Familiarize with Process Monitoring Systems and critical process steps.
  • Support Product/Process improvement efforts by analyzing quality metric data.
  • Gather quality metric data systematically to enhance product design.

Benefits

  • Diverse career opportunities within a global leader in Medical Devices.
  • Supportive work environment with emphasis on quality and compliance.
  • Opportunity for professional development and training in quality tools.
Full Job Description
JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Opportunity

This position works out of our Barceloneta location in the AV division at first shift-8am-5pm. As a global leader in Medical Devices Technologies. Provide Process/Quality Engineering support to manufacturing, helping to ensure delivery of highest quality product to the customer.

What You’ll Do

  • Responsible for compliance with applicable Corporate and Divisional Policies and procedures.

  • Learns to identify Manufacturing process defects (scrap, nonconforming material, customer complaints) by disposition of non‐conforming material, assessing in identification of primary root causes and understanding corrective and preventive actions. May be responsible for working with process owner to bound product stops and document release criteria.

  • Assists in development of product quality plans, documents and systems by providing input to product specification, quality specification, quality plans, risk analyses, FMEAs in conjunction with other product development team members. May be responsible for providing input to risk analyses and FMEAs.

  • Learns Process Monitoring Systems by becoming familiar with systems applications and critical process steps; and through familiarization with methods used to reduce process variation.

  • Becomes familiar with Product/Process improvement efforts by understanding current quality metric data and learning the various analysis methods used to enhance sustaining product design and new product development; learns Quality Tools & Training Materials by gaining knowledge of prevalent tools used and by reviewing & utilizing available training materials.

  • Assist Product/Process improvement efforts (e.g). scrap, nonconforming product, customer complains) by systematically gathering quality metric data and by assesing in the appropriated analysis methods to enhance sustaining product design.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor degree in Engineering.

  • Minimum 2 years of related work experience with a basic understanding of specified functional area. Previous experience in medical devices or pharmaceutical industry is preferred.

  • Ability to effectively communicate cross-functionally to assist with resolving Quality issues. 

  • Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills in both English and Spanish. 

  • Ability to interact effectively with all levels of employees. 

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Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life.

     

The base pay for this position is

$54,300.00 – $109,000.00

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

     

JOB FAMILY:Operations Quality

     

DIVISION:AVD Vascular

        

LOCATION:Puerto Rico > Barceloneta : PR-17

     

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

     

WORK SHIFT:Standard

     

TRAVEL:No

     

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:Not Applicable

     

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), Continuous walking for prolonged periods (more than 2 hours at a time in an 8 hour day), Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday)

     

About Abbott

Abbott Careers

Joining Abbott means becoming part of a globally diverse team dedicated to making a lasting impact on human health. As a leader in healthcare innovation, Abbott provides a dynamic workplace where careers flourish through growth, leadership, and diversity training.

Opportunities at Abbott

Explore a world of opportunities with our team. Whether you're seeking job opportunities in engineering, marketing, research, or healthcare, Abbott offers a variety of positions that allow professionals to grow their careers. Our commitment to diversity and innovation is evident in every aspect of our work, fostering an inclusive culture that values each team member's contribution.

Work You'll Do

At Abbott, every role contributes to our mission of helping people live fuller lives through better health. From groundbreaking research in medical devices to advancements in pharmaceuticals, our team is at the forefront of healthcare innovation. By joining Abbott, you are not just accepting a job; you are embarking on a path of professional and personal growth.

Internship Programs

Kickstart your career with an Abbott internship. Our programs provide invaluable industry experience and a chance to develop essential skills in a real-world setting. Interns at Abbott work on projects that matter, gaining the experience and knowledge necessary to succeed in their future careers.

Professional Development

Abbott is dedicated to the continuous professional development of its employees. With access to cutting-edge technology, leadership programs, and diversity training, our team members are equipped to lead and innovate within the healthcare industry. We support your career journey with robust training programs, mentorship, and opportunities for networking and professional growth.

Benefits and Culture

Our employees enjoy comprehensive benefits designed to support their life and well-being. From health insurance to retirement plans, we ensure our team has everything they need to thrive. Abbott's culture is built on a foundation of respect and integrity, united by a shared commitment to improving health outcomes.

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Explore Abbott

With a commitment to improving life through innovation, leadership, and diversity, Abbott is a place where you can fulfill your potential. See what exciting and rewarding opportunities await at Abbott by exploring our career opportunities today.

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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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