Quality Assurance and Supplier Development Engineer

1 day ago


Pleasanton, California, United States Abbott Laboratories Full time

At Abbott Laboratories, we are committed to helping people live more fully at all stages of life. As a global healthcare leader, our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare.

Main Purpose:

We are seeking a Quality Assurance and Supplier Development Engineer to join our team. This role is responsible for activities related to supplier selection and evaluation, material qualification, supplier performance, and receiving inspection.

Main Responsibilities:

  • Contribute to the development, maintenance, and improvement of division supplier development quality program policies, procedures, and forms.
  • Provide coaching and mentoring for technical team personnel.
  • 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 Non-Conforming 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.
  • Apply sound, systematic problem-solving methodologies in identifying, prioritizing, communicating, and resolving quality issues.
  • Design and conduct experiments for process optimization and/or improvement.
  • Participate in or lead teams in supporting Supplier Development Quality program requirements.

This role requires a strong understanding of FDA regulations, other regulatory requirements, company policies, operating procedures, processes, and task assignments. You will maintain positive and cooperative communications and collaboration with all levels of employees, customers, contractors, and vendors.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or Technical Field.
  • Advanced degree preferred.
  • Minimum 5 years Related experience. Prior medical device experience preferred.
  • Demonstrated supervisory experience preferred. 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). ASQ CQE or other certifications preferred.
  • Experience working in a broader enterprise/cross-division business unit model preferred.
  • 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.

Salary: $83,600 - $167,200 depending on location.



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