Coordinator Project Design

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 115,000 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 Alameda, CA location in the Diabetes Care division where we are focused on helping people with diabetes manage their health with life-changing products that provide accurate data to drive better-informed decisions. Were revolutionizing the way people monitor their glucose levels with our new sensing technology. As a Coordinator Project Design, you will have the opportunity to provide organizational and project support to the department by working directly with a cross-functional teams, external translation suppliers, as well as internal Design Production Artists to coordinate and execute activities related to the development of packaging and labeling items for the launch and maintenance of Abbott Diabetes Care products (Freestyle Libre). You'll assist to integrate activities associated with upgrades/changes to existing products and New Product Introduction (NPI) programs. In addition, you may be responsible for project documentation, schedules, time-lines and change orders, and meeting minutes. You'll leverage your communication and interpersonal skills as you effectively represent our department in cross-functional teams and actively participate to coordinate on-time delivery of accurate Artwork and labeling items. This is an onsite role in Alameda, CA. What Youll Work On Project coordination with internal cross-functional teams consisting of R&D, Regulatory, Legal, Purchasing, Operations, and Quality to develop packaging and labeling items for new products or revisions to existing products. Accountable for preparing the required Packaging and Labeling items to meet project launch timelines. Responsible for organizing and coordinating the efficient use of Artwork and Packaging resources to meet deadlines for new product introductions (NPIs), product releases and product revisions. Tracking and coordinating the translation of product packaging and labeling items with language translation agencies, including managing relationships and performance with these partners. Responsibilities may include estimating and managing budgets for artwork and packaging project deliverables Interpreting project schedules and escalating project timeline risks to management as needed, following through on project deadlines and/or adjustments. Performing Labeling Coordination tasks using electronic workflow system, applying attention to information details and ensuring data accuracy. Ensures Standard Operating Procedures are followed, may identify and suggest process improvements. Required Qualifications Bachelors Degree, preferably in Communications or Marketing or minimum of five years of relevant work experience in lieu of degree. 2-4 years of work experience including coordinating and executing project activities. Understanding of AGILE (or similar) documentation approval system. Familiar with Engineering Change Orders (ECs) and Bill of Materials (BOM). Ability to read and interpret project schedules. Strong proofreading ability and attention to detail is required. Must demonstrate strong problem solving techniques. Computer literacy with both PC and MAC platforms Software literacy levels desired: Microsoft Office Suite: Mid level experience Understanding of FDA regulatory issues related to medical device products and/or diabetic disease states is helpful but not required. Good time management skills; ability to set priorities and remain flexible to changes. Preferred Qualifications Exhibits excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills when interacting with both internal and external customers Strong interpersonal skills, must be service oriented. Displays solid organizational skills, with the flexibility to quickly realign priorities to meet changing business needs. Ability to work on premises for core working hours of department. Knowledge in legal aspects of packaging, trademarks, and promotions is helpful but not a required. Background in print production is preferred but not required. Apply Now Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: https://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 abbott.com, on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/abbott-/, and on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/AbbottCareers. The base pay for this position is $81,500.00 $141,300.00 In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted. JOB FAMILY: Advertising/ Promotion (Communications) DIVISION: ADC Diabetes Care LOCATION: United States > Alameda : 1360-1380 South Loop Road ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS: WORK SHIFT: Standard TRAVEL: Yes, 10 % of the Time 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. 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