Equipment Engineering Supervisor

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: Main Purpose of the Role Summarize the main purpose of the role Provide process engineering support functions to manufacturing operations. Develop, implement and maintain manufacturing systems/equipment in accordance with site quality system and good engineering practices. Operates as sole manufacturing engineering function to provide accurate and timely resolution of issues and provides engineering support and project management for new manufacturing process equipment. 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 Menlo Park, CA location in the Structural Heart division. Structural Heart Business Mission: Why We Exist Our business purpose is to restore health and improve quality of life by designing and providing device and management solutions for treating structural heart disease. Main Responsibilities List the main responsibilities this role regularly performs. Work with equipment owners to provide accurate and timely resolution of issues impacting the manufacturing processes. Evaluate, select and order equipment used to support the manufacture of division products. Oversee the installation, modification, upgrade and maintenance of manufacturing equipment. Implement, document, and maintain controlled, repeatable production processes. Create and upgrade equipment operating procedures to be used by manufacturing personnel. Assist in development of qualification and validation protocols. Participate in and/or lead qualification and validation activities. Identify, investigate and resolve production yield issues or equipment reliability issues. Interface with other departments and suppliers to address root cause. Responsible for the reliable operation and technical accuracy of manufacturing equipment/systems. Accountable for identifying and achieving manufacturing scrap targets, and supporting product cost reduction activities. Successful execution of the responsibilities associated with this position results in stable production operations, stable or improving yields and cost metrics, and conformance with site, corporate and regulatory requirements. Qualification Education Education Level: Bachelors Degree (± 16 years) Major / Field of Study: In Engineering or related field or an equivalent combination of education and work experience Experience / Background Experience : Minimum 5 years Experience Details : 5- 10 years experience in a mid volume manufacturing environment to include some or all of the following: Developing and implementing manufacturing and /or qualification procedures, Excellent analytical and problem solving skills, High computer competence including PLC, AUTOCAD and industrial software applications. Experience in the design, fabrication, assembly or maintenance of production tools and fixtures is required. Medical device manufacturing experience preferred, 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: 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 $85,600.00 $156,000.00 In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted. JOB FAMILY: Engineering DIVISION: SH Structural Heart LOCATION: United States > Menlo Park : 3885 Bohannon Drive ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS: WORK SHIFT: Standard TRAVEL: Not specified MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: No SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: 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