Inspector I, Quality

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 114000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

JOB DESCRIPTION : 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. Youll also have access to :

Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.

Employees can qualify forfree medical coverage in ourHealth Investment Plan (HIP) PPOmedical plan in the next calendar year.

An excellent retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution

Tuition reimbursement the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelors degree.

A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries worldwide 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 the 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.

This role performs inspection and testing of purchased materials components and products in accordance with policy and procedures.

What Youll Work On

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.

Recommends changes to policies and procedures.

Documents non-conformances in Non-Conforming Material Review system.

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.

Support all Company initiatives as identified by management and in support of Quality Management Systems (QMS) Environmental Management Systems (EMS) and other regulatory requirements.

Performs other related duties and responsibilities on occasion as assigned.

Required Qualifications

High School Diploma / GED

0-2 years related work experience

Preferred Qualifications

Previous experience in Quality performing inspection.

Prior medical device component inspection experience preferred.

Experience with 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 and Excel.

ASQ CMI certification 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.

Ability to leverage and / or engage others to accomplish projects.

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.

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The base pay for this position is

15.45 $30.85 / hour

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

JOB FAMILY : Operations Quality

DIVISION : NM Neuromodulation

LOCATION : United States >

Texas >

Plano : 6901 Preston Road

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS :

WORK SHIFT :

Standard

TRAVEL :

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE :

Not Applicable

SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES :

Awkward / forceful / repetitive (arms above shoulder bent wrists) Continuous standing for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day) Lift carry push or pull weights of more than 20 pounds / 9 kilos on a regular / daily basis Work in a clean room environment

Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities / Women / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans.

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Key Skills

HR Administration,Access Control System,General Ledger Accounting,Facilities Management,AIX,Courier Delivery

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Hourly Salary Salary : 15 - 30