Documents Coordinator

Abbott Laboratories; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 26,243 - 52,555; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits starting day 1

Training and career development

401(k) retirement savings plan

Job summary

Abbott Laboratories in Columbus, Ohio, is seeking a Quality Assurance professional responsible for ensuring compliance with FDA regulations and maintaining the quality system. The role requires at least 2 years of QA experience and involves auditing batch records and coordinating document requirements.

Candidates should possess a High School Diploma, with an Associate's degree preferred. The base pay ranges from $19.05 to $38.15 per hour, reflecting a competitive compensation package.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of QA experience.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards for infant formula and nutritionals.
• Ability to analyze and troubleshoot complex problems.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain effectiveness of the quality system.
• Audit and assure accuracy of batch records.
• Reconcile product inventories.

Skills

QA experience

Strong communication skills

Analytical skills

Proficient in computer applications

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Associate's degree or higher in a technical field

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 your family, be your true self, and live a full life. You’ll also have access to:

• Production areas that are clean, well-lit and temperature-controlled
• Training and career development, with onboarding programs for new employees and tuition assistance
• Financial security through competitive compensation, incentives and retirement plans
• Health care and well-being programs including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programs, Medical Benefits start day 1
• Vacation – 120 hours of accrued vacation (1st yr is prorated) + vacation buy program + 5 personal days + 10 paid holidays
• Retiree Healthcare program
• Robust 401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match
• Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.
• 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 stable company with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities
• A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as the best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

OVERVIEW

Audit and assure accuracy of batch records to be compliant with policies, procedures and regulatory requirements. Assure compliance to Federal Regulations pertaining to Low Acid Canned Foods, Infant Formula Act, Acidified Foods, Nutritional Labeling Laws, and Good Manufacturing Practices.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Responsible for implementing and maintaining the effectiveness of the quality system.
• Determine appropriate release criteria and communicate with DQA, PR&D, and 3rd Party Manufacturers on document requirements, documentation guidelines and audit discrepancies.
• Initiate Exception Reports (ERs) and Plant Information Reports (PIRs) and route for disposition.
• Enter and maintain work orders, ERs and Standard Quality Evaluations (SQEs) into the Release Batch Activity (RBA) system.
• Use of CAMBAR and AMAPS to adjust or obtain release status for specific batches.
• Audit and maintain records on non-batch related items (i.e.: Storage Temperature Logs).
• Coordinate isolations, holds, and reworks. Resolve discrepancies and deviations prior to final review.
• Reconcile product inventories with the amount of product that was manufactured. Track and report quality statistics.
• Assist and backup coordinators and auditors when needed. Train and provide work for contract workers. Responsible to train new employees where needed.
• Assist Supervisor as business needs dictate. Ensure holds and isolations have been initiated and address as required and verify all sort/destruct issues are completed and documented in work order. Complete final batch review of work orders ensuring all critical items are in compliance with regulations before submission to Supervisor when needed.
• Enter corrections and correction plans into GQMS.
• Coordinate product impact brackets as needed.
• Assist with the coordination of the surveillance testing program at the plant.
• Coordinate and communicate release timing of batches to meet release goals.
• Assist with completion of Certificates of Analysis.
• Responsible for coordinating and documenting Surveillance testing, hold actions and rework and release of product.
• Errors can result in FDA observations, Corporate Compliance Audit Observations, OSHA, Recall or other regulatory action.
• Demands excellent time management and organizational skills to meet deadlines.
• Product must be released by the target launch date or shipment to customers may be delayed and in turn can negatively impact wholesale and retail business.
• Customer dissatisfaction and possibly loss of customer accounts could also result if a late batch release were to deplete product inventory.

SHIFT

Monday - Friday, 9:30am - 6:00pm

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma / GED
• 2+ years of QA experience
• Knowledge of applicable regulatory standards and requirements for infant formula and nutritionals.
• Thorough knowledge of the manufacturing process including Analytical, Processing, Filling and familiarity with FDA and IFA regulations.
• Ability to analyze and troubleshoot complex problems and question data.
• Strong communication and writing skills
• Proficient in computer applications
• Ability to prioritize workload to meet business needs

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate's degree, or higher, in a technical field
• 1+ year of experience as a Documents Coordinator
• Experience with AS 400, Abtraq, or other CAPA systems

Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.

The base pay for this position is $19.05 – $38.15 per hour. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Military/Veteran friendly Employer, committed to employee diversity.