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. **Quality Engineer** **Working at Abbott** At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and your family, be your true self, and live a full life. You’ll also have access to: + 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 plan + **Health care and well-being programs** including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programs, **Medical Benefits start day 1** + **Vacation – 120 hours of accrued vacation (1st yr is prorated) + vacation buy program + 3 personal days + 10 paid holidays** + Retiree Healthcare program + **Robust 401(k)** retirement savings with a generous company match + Tuition reimbursement, theFreedom 2 Savestudent debt program andFreeUeducation 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 stable company** with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities + A company that is recognized as one of the **best big companies to work for** as well as the best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists. **The Opportunity** **This position works out of our Tipp City, OH location in the Abbott Nutrition division.** 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®, and Glucerna® – to help them get the nutrients they need to live their healthiest lives. **Tipp City, Ohio,** is one of Abbott’s newest nutrition manufacturing facilities with technology that enhances production efficiency and product quality. Join us and you’ll be part of a family that’s dedicated to innovation and excellence and dedicated to nourishing millions of families around the world. **What You'll Work On** As the **Quality Engineer** , you'll have the opportunity to develop and maintain quality engineering methodologies and provide 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 methodologies (e.g., Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing) + Lead the investigation or impact assessment, resolution, and prevention of product and process nonconformances/potential nonconformances. + Conduct risk assessment for planned and unplanned projects and/or events. + 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 packaging to ensure the appropriate process controls are considered in the product and process development activities + Support all Divisional initiatives as identified by divisional management and in support of Quality Management Systems (QMS), Environmental Management Systems (EMS), and other regulatory requirements + Perform other related duties and responsibilities, on occasion, as assigned You’ll be accountable for meeting our compliance standards including FDA, OSHA and Abbott policies and procedures. **Pay and Shift** This is a salaried position working Monday through Friday on day shift. This roles supports a 24/7 manufacturing site and may be required to provide after-hours, on-call support as well as flexibility in hours which may include weekends. **Required Qualifications** + Bachelors Degree in Engineering or related technical field OR an equivalent combination of education and work experience + 2+ years relevant experience + Engineering experience and demonstrated use of Quality tools/methodologies + Detailed knowledge of FDA, GMP, ISO 13485, and ISO 14971 + Strong verbal and written communications with ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels in the organization + Ability to leverage and/or engage others to accomplish projects + 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 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 + Multitasks, prioritizes and meets deadlines in timely manner + Strong organizational and follow-up skills, as well as attention to detail + Ability to maintain regular and predictable attendance **Preferred Qualifications** + Prior medical device experience + Experience working in a broader enterprise/cross-division business unit model + ASQ CQE or other certifications In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Pre-Employment Inquiries and Citizenship | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (eeoc.gov) **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.com 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 and Military/Veteran friendly 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 $57,300.00 – $114,700.00. 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 corpjat@abbott.com