Quality Engineer I

Abbott Laboratories; Roseville (MN); On-site; USD 51,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free medical coverage (HIP PPO)

Retirement plan with high employer +

Tuition reimbursement

Education benefit (FreeU)

Global employer recognized as great to

Job summary

Abbott in Minnesota is seeking a Quality Engineer I to advance quality engineering methodologies across new product development, manufacturing, and support. The role features a rotation starting in risk management and patient safety, then moving into operations quality, with emphasis on process controls and CAPA systems.

You'll apply data analysis, problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration to identify and resolve quality issues in a fast-paced, matrixed environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or technical field.
• 2+ years of engineering experience.
• Knowledge of quality tools and methodologies.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a matrixed and diverse environment.
• Multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Identify, review, and implement process controls for development, qualification, and manufacturing.
• Perform risk assessments including FMEA, change management, and investigation/resolution.
• Lead assurances, process controls, and CAPA systems to meet requirements.
• Assist in developing streamlined business systems to identify and resolve quality issues.
• Apply systematic problem-solving to prioritize and resolve quality issues.
• Document experiment plans, results, protocols, and reports.
• Lead CTQ parameter monitoring and investigations of non-conformances.
• Participate in cross-functional teams as a Core Team Member.

Skills

Quality tools

Statistical analysis

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Technical Field

Job description

Quality Engineer I

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 worldwide 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 the best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

The Opportunity

In Abbott’s Electrophysiology (EP) business, we’re advancing the treatment of heart disease through breakthrough medical technologies in atrial fibrillation, allowing people to restore their health and get on with their lives.

This position is responsible for developing and maintaining quality engineering methodologies and providing quality engineering support within new product development, manufacturing, or system/services support. The position will be rotational, with the first year starting in risk management and patient safety and then moving into operations quality.

What You’ll Work On

• Identify, review, and implement effective process control systems to support the development, qualification, and on-going
  manufacturing of products to meet or exceed internal and external requirements
• Perform Risk Assessments, as required, across functions, including FMEA, change management, and issue investigation /
  resolution
• Lead in the review and/or implementation of assurances, process controls, and CAPA systems designed to meet or exceed
  internal and external requirements
• Assist in the review, development, and execution of streamlined business systems which effectively identify and resolve
  quality issues
• Apply sound, systematic problem-solving methodologies in identifying, prioritizing, communicating, and resolving quality issues
• Appropriately document experiment plans and results, including protocol writing and reports
• Lead process control and monitoring of CTQ parameters and specifications
• Lead the investigation, resolution and prevention of product and process non-conformances
• Participate in or lead teams in supporting quality disciplines, decisions, and practices (e.g., represent the Quality function as a Core Team Member)

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Technical Field.
• 2+ years of Engineering experience.
• Knowledge of quality tools/methodologies.
• Solid communication and interpersonal skills. Advanced computer skills, including statistical/data analysis and report writing skills. Experience working in a broader enterprise/cross-division business unit model referred. 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.

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 $50,700.00 – $101,300.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.