Abbott Laboratories
Sr. Supplier Quality Engineer
Abbott Laboratories, Scarborough, Maine, us, 04074
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.About AbbottAbbott Rapid Diagnostics is part of Abbott’s Diagnostics family of businesses, bringing together exceptional 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 OpportunityThe position of
Senior Supplier Quality Engineer
is within our Infectious Disease Developed Markets Business located in
Scarborough, ME . The
Senior Supplier Quality Engineer
will be responsible for activities related to supplier selection and evaluation, material qualification, supplier performance, and receiving inspection. Contributes to the development, establishment, and maintenance of supplier quality engineering methodologies, systems, and practices which meet company and regulatory requirements.
What You'll DoContributes to the development, maintenance, and improvement of division supplier development quality program policies, procedures, and forms.May provide coaching and mentoring for technical team personnel.Provides guidance and training to Purchasing, R&D, Manufacturing, and Quality engineers in applying program requirements.Reviews and approves all supplied product drawings and component quality plans.Manages development of supplied product inspection procedures and first article requirements.Provides engineering guidance to division Receiving Inspection including statistical analysis, measurement techniques, Gage R&R studies, and inspection procedures.Assesses supplier capabilities through direct visits, technical discussions, directed testing, and quality system audits.Proactively communicates quality issues to suppliers as needed through supplier quality system audits, supplier corrective action requests, and technical discussions.Participates and provides engineering ownership for all supplied product Nonconforming Material Reviews.Contributes and participates in supplier performance reviews.Evaluates and develops Supplied Data Agreement partnerships with suppliers.Applies sound engineering analysis and judgment to reduce the need for inspection in accordance with program policies.Works with Manufacturing engineering to assess and address purchased product issues.Applies sound, systematic problem-solving methodologies in identifying, prioritizing, communicating, and resolving quality issues.Designs and conducts experiments for process optimization and/or improvement.Participates in or leads teams in supporting Supplier Development Quality program requirements (e.g., represent the Supplier Development Quality function as a Core Team Member).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.Required QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technical Field.Minimum 5 years of related 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).Strong verbal and written communication skills.Preferred QualificationsMaster’s degree preferred.Prior medical device experience preferred.Demonstrated supervisory experience preferred.ASQ CQE or other certifications preferred.Experience working in a broader enterprise/cross-division business unit model preferred.Working at AbbottAt 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.Health care and well-being programs
including medical, dental, vision, wellness, and occupational health programs.
Medical Benefits start day 1.Vacation – 3 weeks of accrued vacation (1st yr. is prorated) + vacation buy program + 3 personal days + 10 paid holidays.An excellent 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 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 base pay for this position is $72,700.00 – $145,300.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
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Senior Supplier Quality Engineer
is within our Infectious Disease Developed Markets Business located in
Scarborough, ME . The
Senior Supplier Quality Engineer
will be responsible for activities related to supplier selection and evaluation, material qualification, supplier performance, and receiving inspection. Contributes to the development, establishment, and maintenance of supplier quality engineering methodologies, systems, and practices which meet company and regulatory requirements.
What You'll DoContributes to the development, maintenance, and improvement of division supplier development quality program policies, procedures, and forms.May provide coaching and mentoring for technical team personnel.Provides guidance and training to Purchasing, R&D, Manufacturing, and Quality engineers in applying program requirements.Reviews and approves all supplied product drawings and component quality plans.Manages development of supplied product inspection procedures and first article requirements.Provides engineering guidance to division Receiving Inspection including statistical analysis, measurement techniques, Gage R&R studies, and inspection procedures.Assesses supplier capabilities through direct visits, technical discussions, directed testing, and quality system audits.Proactively communicates quality issues to suppliers as needed through supplier quality system audits, supplier corrective action requests, and technical discussions.Participates and provides engineering ownership for all supplied product Nonconforming Material Reviews.Contributes and participates in supplier performance reviews.Evaluates and develops Supplied Data Agreement partnerships with suppliers.Applies sound engineering analysis and judgment to reduce the need for inspection in accordance with program policies.Works with Manufacturing engineering to assess and address purchased product issues.Applies sound, systematic problem-solving methodologies in identifying, prioritizing, communicating, and resolving quality issues.Designs and conducts experiments for process optimization and/or improvement.Participates in or leads teams in supporting Supplier Development Quality program requirements (e.g., represent the Supplier Development Quality function as a Core Team Member).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.Required QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technical Field.Minimum 5 years of related 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).Strong verbal and written communication skills.Preferred QualificationsMaster’s degree preferred.Prior medical device experience preferred.Demonstrated supervisory experience preferred.ASQ CQE or other certifications preferred.Experience working in a broader enterprise/cross-division business unit model preferred.Working at AbbottAt 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.Health care and well-being programs
including medical, dental, vision, wellness, and occupational health programs.
Medical Benefits start day 1.Vacation – 3 weeks of accrued vacation (1st yr. is prorated) + vacation buy program + 3 personal days + 10 paid holidays.An excellent 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 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 base pay for this position is $72,700.00 – $145,300.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
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