Quality Engineer - Sturgis, MI Plant

1003 Abbott Laboratories; United States; On-site; USD 61,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation time and personal days

401(k) retirement plan with company-mв

Tuition reimbursement

Health care benefits

On‑site training and career dev

Job summary

Abbott is seeking a Quality Engineer to join our Nutrition division in Sturgis, MI. You will identify and implement robust process controls to support development and ongoing manufacturing, while mentoring teams and driving quality improvements across products such as Similac, PediaSure, and Pedialyte.

The role requires a Bachelor’s or Master’s in a related field with 2–5 years (or 1–3 with a Master’s) of QA/engineering experience, and strong knowledge of FDA/GMP practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Assurance, Manufacturing or related field.
• 2–5 years of relevant experience for Bachelors, or 1–3 years with a Master’s.
• Demonstrated use of quality tools and methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Identify and implement effective process control systems for development and manufacturing of products.
• Lead, coach, and mentor non-exempt and entry level personnel.
• Assist in developing and executing streamlined business systems to identify and resolve quality issues.
• Apply systematic problem‑solving methodologies to resolve quality issues.
• Design and conduct experiments for process optimization and improvement.
• Document experiment plans and results, including protocol writing and reports.
• Lead process control and monitoring of CTQ parameters.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Process Improvement

Six Sigma

Lean Manufacturing

Project Management

Statistical Analysis

FDA GMP Knowledge

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Science

Master’s degree in related field

Job description

Job Title: Quality Engineer Working at Abbott

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.

Benefits

• 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 plan
• 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 + 3 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.

The Opportunity

This position works out of our Sturgis, MI location in the Abbott Nutrition division. Our Nutrition business develops science-based nutrition products for people of all ages, from helping babies and children grow to keeping adult bodies strong and active. Millions of people around the world count on our leading brands – including Similac®, PediaSure®, Pedialyte®, Ensure®, and Glucerna® – to help them get the nutrients they need to live their healthiest lives. For over 70 years, Abbott’s Sturgis, Mich., has been impacting its community while producing products that provide essential nutrition to millions of families around the world. Working here, you’ll feel part of a family that is dedicated to making a difference and helping others.

What You’ll Work On

• Identify 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
• Lead, coach, and mentor non‑exempt and entry level exempt personnel
• Assist in the 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
• Design and conduct experiments for process optimization and/or improvement
• Appropriately document experiment plans and results, including protocol writing and reports
• Lead process control and monitoring of CTQ parameters and specifications
• Lead and implement various product and process improvement methodologies (e.g., Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing)
• Lead the investigation, resolution and prevention of product and process nonconformances
• Participate in or lead teams in supporting quality disciplines, decisions, and practices (e.g., represent the Quality function as a Core Team Member)
• Lead in the completion and maintenance of risk analysis
• Work with design engineering in the completion of product verification and validation
• Work with microbiology to ensure appropriate environmental monitoring and that microbiology requirements are considered in product and process development activities
• Support all Divisional initiatives as identified by divisional management and in support of Quality Management Systems (QMS), Environmental Management Systems (EMS), and other regulatory requirements
• You’ll be accountable for meeting our compliance standards including FDA, OSHA and Abbott policies and procedures.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree plus 2-5 years of relevant experience in Quality Assurance, Manufacturing or Engineering experience OR Master’s Degree plus 1-3 years of relevant experience in Quality Assurance, Manufacturing or Engineering
• Demonstrated use of Quality tools/methodologies.
• Detailed knowledge of FDA, GMP
• Strong project management and leadership skills
• Advanced computer skills, including statistical/data analysis and report writing skills.
• Experience implementing various product and process improvement methodologies (e.g., Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing).
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a broader enterprise/cross‑division business unit model
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineering Certificate

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.

Free coverage applies in the next calendar year. Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: www.abbottbenefits.com

Pre-Employment Inquiries and Citizenship

U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (eeoc.gov)

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

The base pay for this position is $61,300.00 - $122,700.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

JOB FAMILY: Operations Quality DIVISION: ANSC Nutrition Supply Chain LOCATION: United States > Sturgis : Building 01A 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), Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday)

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

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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.

An equal opportunity employer, Abbott welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce.

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