Quality Engineer I
Abbott · St Paul, MN · Yesterday
Manufacturing$51k–$101k/yrFull-time
About the Role
This position is responsible for developing and maintaining quality engineering methodologies and providing quality engineering support within new product development, manufacturing, or system/services support. The position will be rotational, first starting in risk management and patient safety, and then moving into operations quality.
What You'll Work On
- 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
- Assist in the implementation of assurances, process controls, and CAPA systems designed to meet or exceed internal and external requirements
- 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 methodologies (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 design engineering in the completion of product verification and validation
- Work with microbiology to ensure appropriate environmental monitoring and that microbiology requirements are considered in product and process development activities
- 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
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Technical Field
- 2+ years of Engineering experience
- Knowledge of quality tools/methodologies
- Solid communication and interpersonal skills
- Advanced computer skills, including statistical/data analysis and report writing skills
- Experience working in a broader enterprise/cross-division business unit model referred
- 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
Pay
The base pay for this position is $50,700.00 – $101,300.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.