Quality 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 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 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 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. The Opportunity This position works out of our Santa Clara, CA location in the Structural Heart 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 Technician, youll support manufacturing in the Structure Heart Division of Abbott, reporting to the Manager of Quality. Conduct functional testing as required by component drawings, manufacturing instructions, and/or test instructions Responsible for performing in-process and final components, subassembly and product inspection. Measure component dimensions per requirements or inspection plans. Records inspection and test data as prescribed by written instructions and procedures. Understand the capability of measuring tools. Utilize small hand-tools, calibrated instruments, measuring equipment, microscopes and test fixtures Understand material product specifications, engineering drawings and the requirements of the components and parts. Document non-conformance report once parts fail specifications or requirements. Recommend improvements to the production process to ensure quality control Responsible for completing documentation in a timely manner and in accordance with business standards; Foster the production team about quality control concerns to improve quality of the product. Maintain quality documentation in accordance with SOPs, WIs and GMP (CFRs) Resolve quality-related issues in a timely manner. Perform audits of manufacturing records during assembly to ensure compliance. Perform final manufacturing Device History Record (DHR) and Lot History Record (LHR) review at close of manufacturing process and product release Take appropriate action per procedural requirements and schedule when identify any potential nonconformance. Work with engineers and manufacturing to transfer technical information into easy to understand written form, as well as take a hands-on approach to learning and documenting the processes. Possesses a basic understanding of the Quality System, including Subsystems and is familiar with the Quality System Key processes. Adheres to a culture of continuous improvement. Supports engineering with documentation related tasks as required. Supports trending process and maintains Quality Records. Provide Quality support to key processes and product development/improvement projects. Adheres to Good Manufacturing Practices and Good Documentation Practices. Supports receiving inspection activities including but not limited to inspection and gathering all defined requirements and documentation to release parts/components. Supports Equipment Controls and calibration/PM activities including coordination with Calibration house, update Equipment log Keeps abreast of the standards that regulate our industry. Support other functional area as needed. Required Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent qualification. 4+ years experience working in manufacturing, or related field. Excellent knowledge of MS Office and Excel. Good math and technical skills. Strong understanding of quality control standards and testing techniques. Positive and cooperative communication and collaboration with all levels of employees, customers, contractors, and vendors. Knowledge of Quality Systems, FDA regulations, ISO 13485 and applicable worldwide regulator requirements. Multitasks, prioritizes and meets deadlines in timely manner. Strong organizational and follow-up skills, as well as attention to detail. Ability to maintain regular and predictable attendance. Very high level of attention to detail and accuracy. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to collaborate effectively. Must be an effective team player with the ability to train other technicians. Preferred Qualifications 3+ years prior medical device experience preferred. 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 and @AbbottGlobal. The base pay for this position is $22.30 $44.60/hour In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted. JOB FAMILY: Operations Quality DIVISION: SH Structural Heart LOCATION: United States > Santa Clara : Building A - SC 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), Continuous standing 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. 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