Senior Quality Engineer

Abbott Laboratories; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Education benefit

Job summary

Abbott Laboratories in Sylmar, CA seeks a Quality Engineer to develop and maintain quality engineering methodologies across new product development, manufacturing, and service support. You will identify control systems and lead teams to ensure products meet internal and external requirements.

The role requires 5+ years of experience, knowledge of FDA GMP ISO standards, Six Sigma/Lean, and strong communication and leadership; Abbott offers comprehensive health coverage, retirement savings,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in quality engineering or a similar role.
• Experience with FDA, GMP, ISO 13485, and ISO 14971.
• Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills.
• Experience with Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing methodologies.
• Prior medical device experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify and implement process control systems for development and manufacturing.
• Lead and mentor staff and cross-functional teams.
• Develop streamlined systems to identify and resolve quality issues.
• Apply systematic problem-solving to prioritize and resolve quality issues.
• Design experiments for process optimization and document results.
• Lead risk analysis and participate in product verification and validation.
• Ensure compliance with QMS and EMS regulatory requirements.

Skills

Quality engineering

Leadership

Project management

Statistical analysis

Six Sigma

Lean Manufacturing

FDA GMP ISO 13485 ISO 14971

Communication skills

Team mentoring

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or technical field

Tools

Statistical analysis software

Job description

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.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Working at Abbott At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and 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.
• Free medical coverage for employees* via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO
• An excellent retirement savings plan with 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.

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

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.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• 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 methodoligies (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 environment 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
• Performs other related duties and responsibilities, on occasion, as assigned.
• Develop, lead and implement Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) and Detailed Work Instruction (DWI) for Business Unit and Process based on existing SOP and DWI
• Manage as primary contact with Distribution Centers regarding discussion of Quality Issue and help coordinate and lead Nonconformance and Corrective Actions for issues
• Support process development and new product introduction for externally manufactured product, component and accessories

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education Bachelors Degree (± 16 years) in an Engineering or Technical Field or An equivalent combination of education and work experience
• Experience/Background Minimum 5 years
• Demonstrated supervisory experience preferred.
• Engineering experience and demonstrated use of Quality tools/methodologies.
• Detailed knowledge of FDA, GMP, ISO 13485, and ISO 14971.
• Solid communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong project management and leadership skills, including the demonstrated ability to lead multi-departmental project teams and resolve quality-related issues in a timely and effective manner
• Advanced computer skills, including statistical/data analysis and report writing skills.
• Prior medical device experience preferred.
• Experience implementing various product and process improvement methodologies (e.g., Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing).
• Experience working in a broader enterprise/cross-division business unit model preferred.
• 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, prioritises and meets deadlines in timely manner.
• Strong organisational and follow-up skills, as well as attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain regular and predictable attendance.
• ASQ CQE or other certifications preferred.

The base pay for this position is $90,000.00 – $180,000.00 In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

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

JOB FAMILY: Operations Quality DIVISION: CRM Cardiac Rhythm Management LOCATION: United States > Sylmar : 15900 Valley View Court

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

WORK SHIFT: Standard

TRAVEL: Yes, 10 % of the Time

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: Not Applicable

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. 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

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.

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