About Abbott

　　Abbott is a global healthcare leader, creating breakthrough science to improve people’s health. We’re always looking towards the future, anticipating changes in medical science and technology.

　　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. You will have access to:

　　Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.

　　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 Costa Rica – Alajuela location in the Electrophysiology Division. In Abbott’s Electrophysiology (EP) business, we’re advancing the treatment of heart disease through breakthrough medical technologies in atrial fibrillation, allowing people to restore their health and get on with their lives.

　　As the Manufacturing Engineer I, you will develop and implement optimal, cost-effective manufacturing processes and methods in accordance with product specifications and quality standards; recommends and implements improvements to production processes, methods and controls; is also responsible for the activities related to installation and validation of production lines as well as the lifecycle management of equipment.

　　What You’ll Do

　　Assures that production lines output meet the specifications of the product. Has clear criteria of conforming/ non conforming product and the test methods used for verifying conformance.

　　Daily support to the manufacturing activities in order to to meet established goals for safety, quality, cost and production.

　　Maintains systems that support the monitoring of key performance indicators such as yield, nonconforming material or leadtime. If indicators show an adverse trend, works with the functional team to plan and implement appropiate changes.

　　Prepares product and process reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.

　　Uses basic statistic tools.

　　Keeps equipment operational by coordinating calibration, maintenance and repair services; following manufacturer's instructions and established procedures; requesting special service when needed.

　　Required Qualifications

　　Bachelor’s Degree in STEM careers or participant of Abbott internship program or technician with 100% courses completed of a bachelor’s degree STEM career program and currently studying (final project in process).

　　0 to 2+ years of working experience on similar roles.

　　Intermediate Commands of English to Advance Commands of English.

　　Statistical techniques knowledge (DOE, SPC) is required.

　　Computer software knowledge (Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point).

　　Willing to travel.

　　Shift B: Monday - Friday: 3:30pm - 10:00pm and Saturday: 8:00am - 3:30pm (Onsite)

　　Preferred Qualifications

　　Desired experience in validation plans for medical industry products and processes and root cause problem solving methodologies.

　　Knowledge of FDA, GMP and ISO guidelines.

　　Previous experience supporting NCMR /CAPA investigations.

　　Experience with the use of SAP, Minitab, Infititive QS and INFOR (or equivalent systems).

　　New product validation is a plus.

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　　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.

　　An Equal Opportunity Employer

　　Abbot welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce.

　　We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.

　　To request accommodation, please call 224-667-4913 or email [email protected]