Abbott
Specialist Quality Assurance
Abbott, Alameda, California, United States, 94501
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 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.JOB DESCRIPTION:
Working at AbbottA
t Abbott,
you
can do work that matters,
grow,
and learn, care for
your
self 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 e
xcellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution
Tuition reimbursement,
the
Freedom 2 Save
student debt program and
FreeU
education benefit
- an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree
.
A company r
ecognized 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 OpportunityThis position works out of our Alameda, CA location in the Diabetes Care division where we are focused on helping people with diabetes manage their health with life-changing products that provide accurate data to drive better-informed decisions. We’re revolutionizing the way people monitor their glucose levels with our new sensing technology.As the Specialist Quality Assurance, you will be responsible for various post-market surveillance quality activities that include preparing complaint handling for new product introductions.What
You’ll
Work OnInternal liaison and expert for Complaint Handling investigation activities.
Partner with cross-functional Quality and Business Unit Teams to support post-market surveillance quality activities. Includes, but not limited to, supporting complaint handling for new product introductions.
Support internal and external audits by preparing and providing relevant reports and analysis.
Support all Company initiatives as identified by management and in support of Quality Management Systems (QMS), Environmental Management Systems (EMS), and other regulatory requirements.
Complies with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, other regulatory requirements, Company policies, operating procedures, processes, and task assignments. Maintains positive and cooperative communications and collaboration with all levels of employees, customers, contractors, and vendors.
Performs other related duties and responsibilities, on occasion, as assigned.
Required
QualificationsBachelor’s degree in engineering or related field or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
Preferred QualificationsAbility to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
Strong Microsoft Office capabilities.
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.
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.
Apply Now*
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.comFollow 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.The base pay for this position is$73,600.00 – $147,200.00
In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.JOB FAMILY:
Operations Quality
DIVISION:
ADC Diabetes Care
LOCATION:
United States > Alameda : 1360-1380 South Loop Road
ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:
WORK SHIFT:
Standard
TRAVEL:
No
MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:
No
SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:
Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday)Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.EEO is the Law link - English: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_English.pdfEEO is the Law link - Espanol: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_Spanish.pdf#J-18808-Ljbffr
Working at AbbottA
t Abbott,
you
can do work that matters,
grow,
and learn, care for
your
self 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 e
xcellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution
Tuition reimbursement,
the
Freedom 2 Save
student debt program and
FreeU
education benefit
- an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree
.
A company r
ecognized 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 OpportunityThis position works out of our Alameda, CA location in the Diabetes Care division where we are focused on helping people with diabetes manage their health with life-changing products that provide accurate data to drive better-informed decisions. We’re revolutionizing the way people monitor their glucose levels with our new sensing technology.As the Specialist Quality Assurance, you will be responsible for various post-market surveillance quality activities that include preparing complaint handling for new product introductions.What
You’ll
Work OnInternal liaison and expert for Complaint Handling investigation activities.
Partner with cross-functional Quality and Business Unit Teams to support post-market surveillance quality activities. Includes, but not limited to, supporting complaint handling for new product introductions.
Support internal and external audits by preparing and providing relevant reports and analysis.
Support all Company initiatives as identified by management and in support of Quality Management Systems (QMS), Environmental Management Systems (EMS), and other regulatory requirements.
Complies with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, other regulatory requirements, Company policies, operating procedures, processes, and task assignments. Maintains positive and cooperative communications and collaboration with all levels of employees, customers, contractors, and vendors.
Performs other related duties and responsibilities, on occasion, as assigned.
Required
QualificationsBachelor’s degree in engineering or related field or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
Preferred QualificationsAbility to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
Strong Microsoft Office capabilities.
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.
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.
Apply Now*
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.comFollow 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.The base pay for this position is$73,600.00 – $147,200.00
In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.JOB FAMILY:
Operations Quality
DIVISION:
ADC Diabetes Care
LOCATION:
United States > Alameda : 1360-1380 South Loop Road
ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:
WORK SHIFT:
Standard
TRAVEL:
No
MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:
No
SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:
Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday)Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.EEO is the Law link - English: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_English.pdfEEO is the Law link - Espanol: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_Spanish.pdf#J-18808-Ljbffr