Quality Engineer: Six Sigma & Process Innovation

Abbott; Sturgis (MI); On-site; USD 61,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits start day 1

Paid time off

401(k) match

Job summary

Abbott is hiring a Quality Engineer in Sturgis, MI to develop and maintain quality systems across new product development and manufacturing. You will identify CTQs, lead investigations, and drive process improvements using Six Sigma/Lean.

You’ll collaborate with design, microbiology, and manufacturing teams, ensuring regulatory compliance and robust quality assurance programs. Competitive benefits and on-site support are provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field with 2–5 years of quality experience.
• Demonstrated use of quality tools and methodologies (Six Sigma, Lean).
• Knowledge of FDA and GMP requirements is essential.
• Strong project management and leadership capabilities.
• Proficient in data analysis and report writing.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; able to collaborate across teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain quality engineering processes for new products and manufacturing.
• Lead investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective actions for nonconformances.
• Collaborate with design, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure V&V and risk analyses.
• Apply Six Sigma and Lean principles to drive process improvements.
• Support regulatory compliance and quality systems initiatives.

Skills

Quality tools/methodologies

Project management

Leadership

Data analysis

Communication

Six Sigma

Lean Manufacturing

FDA/GMP knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering/QA

Master's Degree in related field

Tools

Statistical software

Job description

Abbott is hiring a Quality Engineer in Sturgis, MI to develop and maintain quality systems across new product development and manufacturing. You will identify CTQs, lead investigations, and drive process improvements using Six Sigma/Lean.

You’ll collaborate with design, microbiology, and manufacturing teams, ensuring regulatory compliance and robust quality assurance programs. Competitive benefits and on-site support are provided.