Quality Operator

Abbott; Machelen; Sur place; EUR 32 000 - 44 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Abbott's EMEA Distribution Center in Machelen is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician to help ensure that life-saving medical devices are stored and distributed with the highest quality and compliance.

The role covers incoming goods, storage, labeling, and distribution activities, plus audits and record-keeping in SAP and other systems, with emphasis on ISO 13485/9001 standards and precise documentation in a regulated environment.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years’ experience in quality, logistics, or a regulated environment.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP) and MS Office.
• Familiarity with ISO 13485 or ISO 9001 quality standards.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy.

Responsabilités

• Perform incoming and in-process inspections and handle non-conforming materials.
• Manage returns, quarantine stock, and stop-ship materials.
• Ensure proper segregation, storage, and labeling of sensitive materials.
• Support distribution activities including labeling, packaging, and lifecycle controls.
• Assist with internal audits and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Review Device History Records (DHR) to ensure compliance.
• Maintain records in SAP and internal databases.
• Promote a strong quality culture across the distribution center.

Connaissances

Quality Assurance

Logistics

Attention to detail

Documentation

Formation

High School Diploma

Outils

SAP

MS Office

Description du poste

About the Role

Join our EMEA Distribution Center in Machelen and play a key role in ensuring that life-changing medical devices reach patients safely and compliantly.

As a Quality Assurance Technician, you’ll work at the heart of operations, supporting quality processes across incoming goods, storage, and distribution activities. This is a hands‑on role ideal for someone who thrives in a structured, regulated environment and is passionate about maintaining the highest quality standards.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Perform incoming and in-process inspections, identifying and handling non‑conforming materials


• Manage returns, quarantine stock, and stop‑ship materials in line with quality procedures


• Ensure proper segregation, storage, and labeling of sensitive materials (e.g. clinical, biohazard, or pending release)


• Support critical distribution activities including labeling, packaging, and product lifecycle controls


• Assist with internal audits and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives


• Review documentation such as Device History Records (DHR) to ensure compliance


• Maintain accurate records in systems (SAP and internal databases)


• Promote a strong quality culture across the distribution center

What We’re Looking For

Experience & Skills

• At least 2 years’ experience in a quality, logistics, or regulated environment (medical devices, pharma, or similar)


• Comfortable working with ERP systems (SAP) and Microsoft Office tools


• Familiarity with quality standards (ISO 13485 or ISO 9001) is a strong asset


• Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy

Languages

• Fluency in Dutch and English is required


• Any additional European language is a plus

Your Mindset

• Team player with a hands‑on approach


• Structured, process-driven, and quality-focused


• Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines


• Autonomous, yet collaborative


• Analytical and solution‑oriented

Education

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent

Why Join Us

• Be part of a purpose‑driven organization improving patient lives


• Work in a highly regulated, international environment


• Opportunity to build expertise in medical device quality and distribution


• Collaborative and supportive team culture

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion, or background.