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.

　　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’ll also have access to:

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

　　Free medical coverage for employees* via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO

　　An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution

　　Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save (https://www.abbott.com/corpnewsroom/strategy-and-strength/tackling-student-debt-for-our-employees.html) student debt program and FreeU (https://www.abbott.com/corpnewsroom/strategy-and-strength/college-degree-for-free-its-possible-with-freeu.html) education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s 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 Plymouth, MN location in the EP 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 Specialist I Packaging and Labeling, you'll have the chance to be responsible for the development of medical device labeling for Electrophysiology Division by coordinating across functions as well as multiple US and international groups.

　　What You’ll Work On

　　Create and modify labeling for product labels, cartons and other related materials ensuring that they meet all medical, legal, and regulatory requirements for medical devices following the established design format, labeling style guidelines and branding guidelines.

　　Support a cross-functional team collecting labeling content and translating it into functional label layouts utilizing labeling software. Mostly works on commercialized product labels.

　　Work with other functions to identify and resolve labeling inconsistencies with labeling material and requirements and to meet project objectives.

　　Create and manage labeling change requests within the document management system.

　　Design product labeling considering such factors as product identification, worldwide requirements, sales appeal, aesthetic quality, printing and production techniques.

　　Schedule/deadline provided for assigned work/tasks.

　　Maintain knowledge of new developments in packaging and labeling technologies.

　　Manage multiple concurrent deadlines.

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

　　Comply with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, other regulatory requirements, Company policies, operating procedures, processes, and task assignments.

　　Maintain positive and cooperative communications and collaboration with all levels of employees, customers, contractors, and vendors.

　　Perform other related duties and responsibilities, on occasion, as assigned.

　　Required Qualifications

　　Associates degree (Science, Biology, Regulatory, Engineering, Graphic Design, Business/Project Management, or related field preferred)

　　Experience working within a team and as an individual contributor in a fast-paced, changing environment

　　Ability to travel up to 5%, including possible international travel

　　Preferred Qualifications

　　Experience working with product labeling, design dossiers, quality systems and/or regulatory labeling

　　Experience developing artwork and graphics for FDA regulated medical products and creation and management of change requests in an electronic environment

　　Experience utilizing computer-aided design equipment and/or graphic tools such as, CAD, Adobe Illustrator/Photoshop and other related software

　　Ability to schedule and organize multiple projects

　　Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers and team members.

　　Thorough knowledge of FDA, GMP, and ISO guidelines

　　Requires ability to be innovative, resourceful, and work with minimal direction

　　Requires excellent organization, problem solving, and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams

　　Experience working in a broader enterprise/cross-division business unit model preferred.

　　Ability to work in a highly matrixed and geographically diverse business environment.

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

　　Ability to leverage and/or engage others to accomplish projects.

　　Strong verbal and written communications with ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels in the organization.

　　Multitasks, prioritizes and meets deadlines in timely manner.

　　Strong organizational and follow-up skills, as well as attention to detail.

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　　Participants who complete a short wellness assessment qualify for FREE coverage in our HIP PPO medical plan. Free coverage applies in the next calendar year.Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: www.abbottbenefits.com (http://www.abbottbenefits.com/pages/candidate.aspx)

　　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 $48,000.00 – $96,000.00. 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]