Quality Auditor

Thornton Tomasetti; Weesp; On-site; EUR 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott is seeking a Quality Auditor to oversee supplier and third‑party manufacturer audits for EPD. Based in Weesp, you’ll ensure compliance, quality, and regulatory adherence across Abbott’s external partner network, coordinating with internal stakeholders to drive improvements and safeguard patient safety.

You will plan and perform audits, manage QA questionnaires, and track CAPAs while documenting outcomes in the Audit Tracking system.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant scientific or technical discipline or equivalent experience.
• At least 8 years’ experience in pharma, healthcare, or regulatory environment.
• Minimum 3 years auditing experience (GMP, GDP, ISO).
• Strong knowledge of ICH guidelines, GMP, WHO guidance, and regional/local regs.

Responsibilities

• Plan, conduct, report, and close on-site audits for suppliers/third‑party manufacturers.
• Manage Quality Questionnaires and CAPAs with timely closure.
• Document audit activities in Audit Tracking system and provide updates to management.
• Promote proactive quality mindset and serve as primary quality contact for external partners.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Dutch language

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a scientific/technical discipline

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION: Within Abbott’s Established Pharmaceuticals Division (EPD), we provide high‑quality, trusted medicines that improve access to healthcare around the world.

The Opportunity Abbott is seeking a Quality Auditor to support supplier and third‑party manufacturer oversight for EPD. Based in Weesp, this role plays a critical part in ensuring compliance, quality, and regulatory adherence across Abbott’s external partner network.

You will manage on‑site audits and quality assessments for a broad range of suppliers and third‑party manufacturers, working closely with internal stakeholders and external partners to drive continuous improvement and ensure patient safety.

What You’ll Do

Plan, prepare, conduct, report, and close on‑site audits for suppliers and third‑party manufacturers supporting EPD. Manage Quality Questionnaires for suppliers and third‑party manufacturers and resolve any identified issues. Assess, track, and follow up on Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPAs) to ensure timely and effective closure. Ensure all audit activities and outcomes are accurately documented in the Audit Tracking system. Provide timely audit updates to management and stakeholders, escalating critical findings in line with policies and procedures. Monitor regulatory developments, standards, and industry trends and integrate them into audit activities. Support EPD manufacturing sites in resolving supplier‑related quality and compliance issues. Act as the primary quality contact for external partners on auditing matters and promote a proactive quality mindset.

What You’ll Bring

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant scientific or technical discipline (e.g. Chemistry, Pharmacy, Biology, Microbiology, Engineering) or equivalent industry experience. At least 8 years’ experience in the pharmaceutical, healthcare, or regulatory environment, including a minimum of 3 years of auditing experience (GMP, GDP, ISO). Strong knowledge of ICH guidelines, GMP standards, WHO guidance, and applicable regional and local regulations. Proven experience auditing suppliers and/or third‑party manufacturers across pharmaceutical, medical device, or nutrition product types. Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify compliance risks and drive effective corrective actions. Excellent communication skills with advanced written and verbal Business English. Fluency in Dutch is required, with the ability to communicate professionally with local stakeholders in the Netherlands. High level of integrity, independence, adaptability, and cultural awareness, with willingness and ability to travel internationally.

Working at Abbott

At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow and learn, care for yourself and your family, be your true self, and live a full life. You will have access to career development opportunities within an international company recognized as a great place to work in multiple countries. Abbott has been named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune and is recognized for its commitment to diversity, inclusion, and innovation. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Recruitment Process

We are conducting recruitment on an ongoing basis and will close the process as soon as the right candidate is found.

The base pay for this position is N/A In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

JOB FAMILY: Operations Quality DIVISION: EPD Established Pharma LOCATION: Netherlands > Weesp : WHS 02 ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

WORK SHIFT: Standard TRAVEL: Not specified MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: Not Applicable SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: Not Applicable

Abbott is about the power of health. For more than 135 years, Abbott has been helping people reach their potential — because better health allows people and communities to achieve more. With a diverse, global network serving customers in more than 160 countries, we create new solutions — across the spectrum of health, around the world, for all stages of life. Whether it’s next‑generation diagnostics, life‑changing devices, science‑based nutrition, or novel reformulations, we are advancing some of the most innovative and revolutionary technologies in healthcare, helping people live their best lives through better health.

The people of Abbott come to work each day with relentless energy, enthusiasm and a promise to enhance the health and well‑being of millions of people. They push the boundaries to help manage and treat some of life’s greatest health challenges.

We invite you to explore opportunities at Abbott, to see if your talents and career aspirations may fit with our openings.

An equal opportunity employer, Abbott welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce.

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