QA IT System Integration Specialist (2 years contract)

Abbott; Pokeno; On-site; NZD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development opportunities

Support for employee diversity

Recognition as a Best Place to Work

Job summary

Abbott is seeking a Quality Systems Integration Specialist based in Pokeno, Waikato. This fixed-term contract role requires leading the integration of Quality IT systems, project management, and ensuring regulatory compliance within manufacturing operations. A Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of experience in a regulated environment are required. The ideal candidate must have excellent communication skills and a strong understanding of quality systems and data analytics. Join Abbott, a global healthcare leader committed to diversity and employee growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience working in a regulated quality environment.
• Demonstrated experience in a matrixed environment.
• Excellent communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead the integration and implementation of Quality IT systems.
• Define project plans and drive execution.
• Monitor progress and identify risks proactively.
• Provide clear status reporting to leadership.
• Collaborate with business teams for reporting analytics.

Skills

Cross-functional team collaboration

Project management

Quality systems understanding

Data analytics knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

SAP

TrackWise

Job description

About Abbott

Abbott is a global healthcare leader, creating breakthrough science to improve people’s health. We’re always looking towards the future, anticipating changes in medical science and technology.

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 will have access to:

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

The Opportunity

• The Quality Systems Integration Specialist is responsible for leading the integration and optimization of Quality IT systems and related processes across New Zealand Manufacturing sites. This role will also evaluate and support the enablement of data and analytics capabilities to drive sustainable, compliant, and efficient operations.
• The position plays a key role in aligning the sites with Abbott standards, enterprise systems, and best practices. The individual will work under general direction, partnering with cross‑functional stakeholders to deliver timely, high‑quality outcomes.
• Success in this role requires intellectual curiosity, a continuous improvement mindset, and the ability to challenge the status quo while effectively balancing competing priorities in a dynamic environment.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the integration and implementation of Quality IT systems across New Zealand Manufacturing sites, ensuring alignment with global standards.
• Define project plans, timelines, and milestones, and drive execution to ensure successful system and process deployment.
• Monitor progress and proactively identify risks, issues, and mitigation strategies, escalating as appropriate.
• Provide clear, consistent status reporting and communication to leadership and stakeholders.
• Partner with business teams to identify reporting and data analytics requirements, translating needs into actionable solutions.
• Collaborate with Abbott IT, Site Leadership, Quality System Owners, and Division Technology & Data Analytics teams to drive integration, harmonization, and future‑state capabilities.
• Support change management efforts, including user adoption, training, and process standardization.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience working in a regulated quality environment, within manufacturing operations.
• Demonstrated experience working with cross‑functional teams in a matrixed environment.
• Strong understanding of quality systems (e.g., CAPA, document control, change management) and manufacturing processes.
• Experience with Quality IT systems integration, deployment, or support.
• Demonstrated knowledge of data analytics, reporting tools, or digital/technology strategies.
• Project management experience, including the ability to develop plans, manage timelines, and drive execution.
• Familiarity with enterprise systems (e.g., SAP, TrackWise, or similar platforms).
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts into clear business language.
• Proven ability to influence stakeholders, drive alignment, and manage competing priorities.
• Strong problem‑solving skills with a continuous improvement mindset.

This is a 2‑years fixed term contract opportunity.

Location

This position is based in Waikato District > Pokeno.

Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.