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.

　　Abbott Quality Engineer

　　Nourish the world and your career as part of the Nutrition team at Abbott.

　　Our Nutrition business develops science-based nutrition products for people of all ages, from helping babies and children grow, to keeping adult bodies strong and active. Millions of people around the world count on our leading brands – including Similac®,

　　PediaSure®, Pedialyte®, Ensure®, Glucerna® and ZonePerfect® – to help get the nutrients they need to live their healthiest life.

　　Our plant location in Columbus, OH currently has an opportunity for a Quality Engineer. This site is Abbott’s oldest nutrition manufacturing plant in the world. Working here, you’ll feel part of a family – a family of 400 that works together to help nourish the world.

　　What you'll do as a Quality Engineer:

　　Developing and maintaining quality engineering methodologies and providing quality engineering support within new product development, manufacturing, or system/services support.

　　Identify and implement effective process control systems to support the development, qualification, and on-going manufacturing of products to meet or exceed internal and external requirements

　　Lead, coach, and mentor non-exempt and entry level exempt personnel

　　Assist in the development and execution of streamlined business systems which effectively identify and resolve quality issues

　　Apply sound, systematic problem-solving methodologies in identifying, prioritizing, communicating, and resolving quality issues

　　Design and conduct experiments for process optimization and/or improvement

　　Appropriately document experiment plans and results, including protocol writing and reports

　　Lead process control and monitoring of CTQ parameters and specifications

　　Lead and implement various product and process improvement methodoligies (e.g., Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing)

　　Lead the investigation, resolution and prevention of product and process nonconformances

　　Participate in or lead teams in supporting quality disciplines, decisions, and practices (e.g., represent the Quality function as a Core Team Member)

　　Lead in the completion and maintenance of risk analysis

　　Work with engineering in the completion of product verification and validation

　　Support all company initiatives as identified by management and in support of Quality Management Systems (QMS), Environmental Management Systems (EMS), and other regulatory requirements

　　Education and Experience, you'll bring:

　　Required:

　　Bachelors Degree: Engineering or Technical Field an equivalent combination of education and work experience

　　Engineering experience and demonstrated use of Quality tools/methodologies.

　　Detailed knowledge of FDA, GMP, ISO 13485, and ISO 14971.

　　Solid communication and interpersonal skills.

　　Strong project management and leadership skills, including the demonstrated ability to lead multi-departmental project teams and resolve quality-related issues in a timely and effective manner

　　Advanced computer skills, including statistical/data analysis and report writing skills.

　　Experience implementing various product and process improvement methodologies (e.g., Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing).

　　Ability to work within a team and as an individual contributor in a fast-paced, changing environment.

　　Preferred:

　　Work with microbiology to ensure appropriate environmental monitoring and that microbiology requirements are considered in product and process development activities

　　ASQ CQE or other certifications preferred

　　WHAT WE OFFER

　　At Abbott, you can have a good job that can grow into a great career. We offer:

　　A fast-paced work environment where your safety is our priority

　　Production areas that are clean, well-lit and temperature-controlled

　　Training and career development , with onboarding programs for new employees and tuition assistance

　　Financial security through competitive compensation, incentives and retirement plans

　　Health care and well-being programs including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programs • Paid time off

　　401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match

　　The stability of a company with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities

　　Learn more about our benefits that add real value to your life to help you live fully: www.abbottbenefits.com (http://www.abbottbenefits.com/pages/candidate.aspx)

　　Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that provides the growth and strength to build your future. 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 $72,700.00 – $145,300.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

　　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]