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.

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) PPO

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 OPPORTUNITY:

This position works out of our Plano, TX location in the Neuromodulation Division.

Our Neuromodulation business includes implantable devices compatible with mobile technology to help people who suffer from chronic pain and movement disorders. These non-opioid therapies allow us to provide interventional pain therapy to patients throughout the pain continuum.

Supplier Development Quality Engineers are responsible for activities related to supplier selection and evaluation, material qualification, supplier performance and receiving inspection. Supplier Development Quality Engineers drive improvement and corrective action in the quality of components sourced from outside suppliers. This position contributes to the development, establishment and maintenance of supplier quality engineering methodologies, systems and practices which meet Abbott and regulatory requirements. Each employee can make a difference at Abbott and has the power, either individually or as a team, to influence the success of the company. We are team-oriented, fast-paced and progressive. We value people with great ideas who partner with others both internally and externally to take action and accomplish goals.

What You’ll Work On

Assesses supplier capabilities through direct visits, technical discussions, directed testing and quality system audits

Participates in supporting Supplier Development Quality program requirements (e.g., represent the Supplier Development Quality function as a Core Team Member)

Reviews new design specifications and provides inputs for component quality and manufacturability

Mitigates risk by working with the Suppliers to document Process Flow Charts, PFMEAs, and Control Plans

Manages Supplier Change Requests, leading a cross-functional team.

Reviews and approves  supplied product drawings and component quality plans

Reviews and provides product inspection procedures and first article requirements

Provides engineering guidance to Abbott Receiving Inspection including statistical analysis, measurement techniques, Gage R&R studies and inspection procedures

Proactively communicates quality issues to suppliers as needed through supplier quality system audits, supplier corrective action requests and technical discussions

Contributes and participates in supplier performance reviews

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

Contributes to the development, maintenance and improvement of Abbott supplier quality program policies, procedures and forms

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 Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and education

2-5 years of related work experience with a good understanding of the specified functional area.

Preferred Qualifications

5 years of related work experience

Previous medical device experience

Master's Degree

​WHAT WE OFFER:

At Abbott, you can have a good job that can grow into a great career. We offer:

Training and career development, with onboarding programs for new employees and tuition assistance

Financial security through competitive compensation, incentives and retirement plans

Health care and well-being programs including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programs

Paid time off

401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match

The stability of a company with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities

* 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 Employer, committed to employee diversity.

Connect with us at www.abbott.com, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott.

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.