Metrologist, Calibration

Abbott Laboratories; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 67,480,000 - 135,104,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott Laboratories in Saint Paul, MN is seeking a Metrologist, Calibration to join the Structural Heart team. This role validates and calibrates measurement equipment used in production and R&D, performing maintenance and recording calibration data.

You will work Monday–Friday 7:00 AM–3:30 PM, with strict adherence to FDA regulations and Quality Management Systems. Strong metrology skills and communication required.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to set up and operate metrology instruments.
• Strong reading/writing of technical terminology and documentation.
• Pass reading comprehension pre-employment test.
• Ability to work independently and in a team in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Calibrate new components according to written protocols.
• Maintain accurate calibration records and reports.
• Troubleshoot calibration problems with analytical methods.
• Set up calibration sequences per specifications and drawings.
• Disassemble/repair/replace defective parts of test equipment.
• Mentor lesser experienced staff and review their work.
• Ensure compliance with FDA regulations, QMS, EMS.

Skills

Technical terminology

English proficiency

Strong communication

Multitasking

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Counters

Function generators

Power supplies

PMEL certification (preferred)

Job description

Metrologist, Calibration

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 122,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

Divisional Information

Structural Heart Business Mission: Why We Exist

Our business purpose is to restore health and improve quality of life through the design and provision of device and management solutions for the treatment of structural heart disease.

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:

• Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.
• Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year
• An excellent retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution
• 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 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

This position works out of our Woodridge, St Paul, MN, location in the Structural Heart Business.

Main Purpose of Role

Working under minimal supervision, performs relatively operational checks, preventative maintenance checks and accuracy verifications of measurement and test equipment used in production, and research and development (R&D).

What You’ll Work On

• Calibrate new components according to written protocols.

• Maintain accurate written and calibration records.

• Apply existing work methods to different situations and solves problems ranging from recurring/routine to complex situations.

• Utilizing various measurement/test equipment and computers, calibrates electronic test measuring equipment and signal generating equipment to conform to set standards.

• Tests, calibrates, adjusts, and maintains measuring and indicating instruments.

• Writes calibration procedures, prepares documentation, inputs data, and generates reports.

• Reviews laboratory reports, procedures, proposed engineering changes, tooling prints and other documentation for appropriateness and accuracy.

• Sets up calibration sequences, methods and procedures according to detailed specifications, documents, drawings, and requirements.

• Disassemble, cleans, repairs, and replaces defective parts of test equipment.

• Applies theoretical principals, evaluation, ingenuity, and creative/analytical techniques to identify route cause of calibration problems.

• Perform relatively complex assignments and solves problems that may have a variety of solutions.

• Adapt existing work methods to different situations.

• Resolves unusual, nonstandard problems.

• May serve as lead and assign work to less experienced personnel; reviews work of lower-level employees for quality and content; serves as a mentor when assisting less experienced staff in solving more complex problems.

• Support all Company initiatives as identified by management and in support of Quality Management Systems (QMS), Environmental Management Systems (EMS), and other regulatory requirements.

• Complies with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, other regulatory requirements, Company policies, operating procedures, processes, and task assignments. Maintains positive and cooperative communications and collaboration with all levels of employees, customers, contractors, and vendors.

Shift

Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma / GED

• Minimum 8 years

• Progressively more responsible related work experience in the calibration of test equipment. Precision Measurement Electronics Lab (PMEL) certification in the U.S. military or equivalent electronics training desired.

• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of all aspects of the job, including the ability to set up and operate standard Metrology instruments, including oscilloscopes, counters, function generators, power supplies, and related equipment.

• Established eye-hand coordination, the capability to work with small precision devices and frequently used hand tools, a comprehensive knowledge of the calibration and test equipment, and the ability to work independently under minimal supervision.

• Demonstrated ability to read, write and converse in technical terminology, and perform a range of mathematical calculations and measurements.

• The ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English is also required; this requirement includes clear, understandable speech and demonstrated comprehension skills.

• The ability to successfully pass a reading comprehension pre-employment examination is mandatory.

• Ability to work in a highly matrixed and geographically diverse business environment.

• Ability to work within a team and as an individual contributor in a fast-paced, changing environment.

• Ability to leverage and/or engage others to accomplish projects.

• Strong verbal and written communications with ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels in the organization.

• Multitasks, prioritizes and meets deadlines in timely manner.

• Strong organizational and follow-up skills, as well as attention to detail.

• Ability to maintain regular and predictable attendance.

Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: www.abbottbenefits.com

Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.

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The base pay for this position is $23.55 – $47.15 per hour. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.