Metrologist, Calibration

Thornton Tomasetti; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 33,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott in Woodridge, St. Paul, MN, is seeking a Metrologist for the Calibration Division in the Structural Heart Business.

You will perform operational checks, preventive maintenance, and accuracy verifications of measurement and test equipment used in production and R&D, ensuring compliance with QMS/EMS and FDA regulations. Responsibilities include calibrating new components, maintaining calibration records, writing procedures, and mentoring junior staff while supporting regulatory

Qualifications

• High School Diploma / GED required.
• Minimum 8 years related work experience in calibration of test equipment.
• PMEL certification in the U.S. military or equivalent electronics training desired.
• Ability to set up and operate standard metrology instruments (oscilloscopes, counters, function generators, power supplies).
• Strong reading/writing in English; effective communication at multiple levels.
• Independent work style; able to work with minimal supervision.
• Able to work in a matrixed, diverse business environment; meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Calibrate new components according to written protocols.
• Maintain accurate calibration records and documentation.
• Write calibration procedures and generate reports.
• Review lab reports and drawings for accuracy.
• Set up calibration sequences per specifications; troubleshoot issues.
• Mentor less experienced staff and lead when needed.
• Ensure compliance with QMS/EMS and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Metrology instruments

Electrical test equipment

Calibration procedures

Documentation and records

English communication

Education

High School Diploma / GED

PMEL certification (military) or equivalent

Job description

Metrologist, Calibration 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.

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.

Shift Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM

Job Details

JOB FAMILY: Operations Quality DIVISION: SH Structural Heart

LOCATION: United States > Minnesota> St. Paul > Woodridge : 177 East County Rd B

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS: WORK SHIFT: Standard TRAVEL: No MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: No SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Continuous standing for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Continuous walking for prolonged periods (more than 2 hours at a time in an 8 hour day), Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday)

Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.

EEO is the Law link - English: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_English.pdf EEO is the Law link - Espanol: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_Spanish.pdf

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

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.

Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life.