Technician I, Quality Assurance

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:

MAIN PURPOSE OF ROLE
Summarize the main purpose of the role.
Performs inspection and testing of purchased materials, components and products in accordance with policy and procedures.
Assists Supplier Quality Engineering with technical inspection support.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
• Performs visual, dimensional and functional inspection and testing according to documented policies and procedures.
• Records inspection and test data as prescribed by written instructions and procedures.
• Operates all associated test and measurement equipment as instructed and as documented in procedures.
• Assists in the Development of inspection methods.
• Recommends changes to policies and procedures.
• Documents non-conformances in Non-Conforming Material Review system.
• Participates in GR&R studies as directed by engineers or technicians.
• Collects and analyzes data for First Article inspections.
• Performs testing and inspection in accordance with special test requests.
• Contributes to test and measurement equipment selection.
• May assist in training other inspection staff in use of equipment.
• Requests certification from vendors.
• Assists in gathering, analyzing, and trending of data.
• Performs work of a miscellaneous nature as required.
• 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.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Education Level Major/Field of Study O
r
Education Level
High School Diploma / GED ☒ an equivalent combination of education and work
experience
Education
Education Level Major/Field of Study O
r
Education Level
Technical Diploma (± 12
years)
Preferred ☐
Experience/Background
Experience Experience Details
Some 1-2 year’s experience in Quality performing inspection.
Experience with CMMs, optical measurement equipment, hand tools, gages, pressure and
force gage testing.
Training in blueprint reading and experience with inspection sampling techniques.
Knowledge of FDA, GMP, ISO 13485.
Good communication and computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel,
database entry, and use of statistical software packages.
Prior medical device component inspection experience preferred.
ASQ CMI certification preferred.
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.
Experience working in a broader enterprise/cross-division business environment.
Ability to work in a highly matrixed and geographically diverse business environment.
Strong 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.
Must be willing to work overtime as required, including weekends
Ability to maintain regular and predictable attendance.
Licenses and Certifications
License/Certification
Language Proficiency
Language Proficiency

     

The base pay for this position is

$19.85 – $39.65/hour

In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

     

JOB FAMILY:

Operations Quality

     

DIVISION:

HF Heart Failure

        

LOCATION:

United States > Pleasanton : 6035 Stoneridge Dr

     

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

     

WORK SHIFT:

Standard

     

TRAVEL:

No

     

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:

Not Applicable

     

SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:

Awkward/forceful/repetitive (arms above shoulder, bent wrists), Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Continuous standing for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day)

     

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