Supplier Quality Engineer II - Drive Medical Device Quality

Abbott; Minnetonka (MN); On-site; USD 61,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott in Minnetonka, MN is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer II to drive quality improvements for components sourced from external suppliers. You will assess supplier capabilities, develop acceptance criteria, and monitor performance to enable corrective actions and reliable manufacturing.

The role supports the Cardiac Rhythm Management division, with responsibilities ranging from supplier qualification to assisting design input on quality and manufacturability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• 2–5 years of related work experience in quality or supplier quality.
• Working knowledge of quality systems and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to analyze data and drive corrective actions using structured methods.

Responsibilities

• Assess potential suppliers for technical, quality and manufacturing capabilities.
• Provide technical support for the introduction of components from a new supplier.
• Generate and maintain incoming inspection procedures; train inspectors.
• Develop and source inspection tools and equipment.
• Assist in generating component specifications and test protocols.
• Monitor testing, issue qualification reports and approve components for use.

Skills

Supplier quality

Quality engineering

Technical knowledge

Manufacturing processes

Education

Bachelor's Degree Related field

Master's Degree Preferred

Job description

Abbott in Minnetonka, MN is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer II to drive quality improvements for components sourced from external suppliers. You will assess supplier capabilities, develop acceptance criteria, and monitor performance to enable corrective actions and reliable manufacturing.

The role supports the Cardiac Rhythm Management division, with responsibilities ranging from supplier qualification to assisting design input on quality and manufacturability.