Abbott Diagnostics Technologies AS is part of Abbott Diagnostics, bringing together teams of experts and industry leading technologies to support diagnostic testing which provides important information for treatment and management of diseases and other conditions.

　　The position of Projects Team Leader is within our Cardiometabolic Unit located in Oslo, Norway. This role will mainly manage projects ensuring tasks are performed and documented in accordance with current guidelines and deadlines.

　　RESPONSIBILITIES

　　Carries out duties in compliance with established business policies and procedures.

　　Demonstrates commitment to the development, implementation and effectiveness of applicable Quality Processes as per ISO, FDA, and other regulatory agencies.

　　Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal/external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the company’s policies and practices.

　　Responsibility to understand and maintain awareness of the quality consequences which may occur from the improper performance of their specific job.

　　Manage performance of staff towards department and company goals, including feedback on performance, appraisals, recommendations for merit increases or necessary disciplinary actions, communication to employees on performance, training etc

　　Project management and / or participation in projects for new products, new production equipment and production processes

　　In addition, the role is the responsible deputy for the Projects & Engineering Manager.

　　Lead or participate in improvement projects such as:

　　Optimization and efficiency of processes, methods and products

　　Development and testing of equipment for production

　　Validation of processes, methods and equipment

　　Plan and coordinate assigned project tasks

　　Contact with suppliers of equipment and materials

　　Train/guide employees in production in new processes and routines

　　Ensure that necessary equipment is procured within project budgets, in consultation with the manager

　　Ensure that necessary Control Regulations and any SOPs related to new products or processes are prepared and approved

　　Prepare protocols and reports

　　Lead and participate in the execution of validation work

　　Prepare SOPs for process development and validation

　　Handle nonconformities, changes and CAPA

　　Responsibility for specific tasks will be reflected in the employee’s training plan

　　Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

　　AUTHORITY

　　Deputy Manager Projects & Engineering

　　Plan, manage and delegate activities within own group The work is largely guided by project plans. Detailed planning is carried out in accordance with the overall plans

　　Authority to plan and manage the activities within their own project tasks in order to carry out the required tasks

　　Approve protocols, results and reports in accordance with current procedures

　　MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS / EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

　　Bachelor’s degree in chemistry / biochemistry / process technology / machine, and 5-8 years’ relevant experience, or

　　Master’s degree in chemistry / biochemistry / process technology / machine, and 3-5 years’ relevant experience

　　Experience with GMP

　　Experience in validating processes, equipment and methods

　　Experience from development projects

　　Knowledge / experience in writing protocols and reports etc.

　　PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

　　Minimum of 5 years’ experience from relevant project work in process optimization, process control, or development of new equipment

　　Competence in the use of IT tools, especially in Excel, Word and Notes

　　Competence in validation and GMP / GAMP requirements

　　Project management competence

　　Experience with Design Control

　　Knowledge of Abbott's products

　　PERSONAL COMPETENCIES

　　Good communication skills in writing and orally, both in Norwegian and English

　　Good collaboration skills

　　Good interpersonal and organizational skills

　　Structured, systematic and accurate

　　Independent, self-motivated and driven personality

　　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]