Quality Engineering Technician

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 114,000 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 your family, be your true self, and live a full life. Youll 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 bachelors 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 This position works out of our Westfield, IN location in the Structural Heart Clinical Affairs division. Our business purpose is to restore health and improve quality of life through the design and provision of device and management solutions for the treatment of structural heart disease. As the Quality Engineering Technician, youll provide technical assistance to Engineering to support manufacturing efforts by implementing corrective and preventative actions. You will assist Engineers in developing methods and procedures to control or improve manufacturing processes. This position is on a Monday - Friday, 6 AM - 2:30 PM schedule. What Youll Work On Responsible for compliance with applicable Corporate and Divisional policies and procedures. Assists Engineering in providing manufacturing support by learning to analyze data and identify manufacturing issues and trends. Assists in identifying manufacturing issues by working with Engineering to determine root cause and implement corrective and preventative action. Learns process to disposition non-conforming material by utilizing quality tools and by developing knowledge of manufacturing practices and procedures. Helps to develop and implement process improvements by assisting Engineering in researching and validating changes in processes/equipment and test methods to improve yield and/or reduce cycle time per established procedures. Monitor group performance metrics and work with the supervisor/engineer to develop and take corrective action(s). Coordinate the documentation of training. May also train operators on process changes and perform operator certification on-the-job training and testing. Understands all operations and support systems including inventory, traceability, and documentation systems. Key contact person for internal audits when area supervisor/engineer is absent. May temporarily assign work to others as needed. Plans and organizes non-routine tasks with approval. Initiates or maintains work schedule. Establishes priorities of work assignments. Solves a wide range of complex problems requiring advanced interpretation of generally defined procedures and practices. Selects methods and practices to obtain imaginative, thorough, and practical solutions to questions. Understands organizational structure and positions of key employees. Maintains general knowledge of products/services associated with area and employees involved with specific product lines and services. Participate in and lead cross functional teams to solve manufacturing problems. Required Qualifications Education & Experience High School diploma or equivalent required 35 years of related work experience or equivalent combination Two-year degree or some college credits preferred Technical Skills Broad understanding of general technical concepts and practices in Quality Familiarity with product or systems fundamentals Ability to interpret numerical and statistical data Proficient in using computer software to solve moderately complex problems Work Environment Role performed in a regulated, quality system environment Accuracy is criticalerrors may lead to noncompliance with government regulations Responsibilities Perform non-routine and moderately complex technical tasks Set up, test, repair, inspect, and maintain equipment, materials, systems, and products Make adjustments, modifications, and replacements as needed Use sound judgment to troubleshoot and improve existing processes Suggest alternative solutions when appropriate Demonstrate a high level of initiative and independence in daily tasks Apply Now 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. Connect with us at www.abbott.com, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott, and on Twitter @AbbottNews. The base pay for this position is $18.65 $37.35/hour In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted. JOB FAMILY: Operations Quality DIVISION: SH Structural Heart LOCATION: United States > Westfield: 1820 Bastian Court ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS: WORK SHIFT: Standard TRAVEL: No 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), Work in a clean room environment, Work in noisy environment 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 its 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 lifes 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. Follow Us: Facebook LinkedIn YouTube Twitter