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 Abbott
Abbott 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 Opportunity
The 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 Do
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’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 communicationPreferred Qualifications
Master’s degree preferredPrior 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 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) PPOHealth care and well-being programs including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programs, Medical Benefits start day 1Vacation – 3 weeks of accrued vacation (1st yr. is prorated) + vacation buy program + 3 personal days + 10 paid holidaysAn excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contributionTuition 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.