Project Manager at Abbott

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Healthcare, Medical DevicesIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, or a related field
Minimum 5 years of project management experience, preferably in a medical device manufacturing, engineering, or quality-focused environment
Preferred Qualifications (Requirements)
Experience in the medical device manufacturing or similar field
PMP certification or equivalent
Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills
Experience working with external suppliers
Effective stakeholder management both internally (project sponsor, steering committee members, etc.) and externally (e.g. suppliers, services, etc.)
Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, or similar)
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
Strong knowledge of a development process consistent with ISO, FDA design control standards or requirements, and risk management practices
Demonstrated ability to effectively integrate information from varied disciplines including Engineering, R&D, Marketing

Responsibilities

Manage high priority strategic projects and report regularly the project health status to the project management office (PMO) and management
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project scope, objectives, deliverables, and success criteria
Develop and maintain detailed project plans, budget, timelines, and resource allocations
Monitor project progress and proactively address risks, issues, and changes. Mitigate risks through early risk assessments and implementation of mitigation strategies
Facilitate regular project meetings, status updates, and stakeholder communications
Direct and support technical activities, such as design changes, technical reviews, design and process verification and validation, and regulatory submissions
Ensure compliance with internal quality standards and regulatory requirements
Lead cross-functional initiatives from concept through completion, spanning sustaining engineering, operations process optimization, quality improvements, and commercial and compliance readiness
Be responsible for all aspects of project planning, cross-functional coordination, and progress reporting

Skills

Project Management

Cross-Functional Coordination

Project Planning

Process Optimization

Quality Improvement

Compliance Readiness

Progress Reporting

Sustaining Engineering

Abbott

Healthcare solutions in diagnostics and devices

About Abbott

Abbott Laboratories focuses on improving health through various medical technologies and health solutions. The company operates in areas such as cardiovascular health, diabetes management, diagnostic testing, nutrition, and neuromodulation for chronic pain and movement disorders. Abbott's products include advanced medical devices and diagnostic tests that help healthcare professionals and patients manage health conditions effectively. For example, their cardiovascular technologies assist in heart health management, while diabetes care products enable accurate glucose monitoring without painful fingersticks. Unlike many competitors, Abbott emphasizes accessibility and affordability in its offerings, aiming to make life-changing technologies available to a broader audience. The company's goal is to positively impact global health and well-being, supported by a commitment to sustainability and a 2030 Sustainability Plan.

Lake Bluff, IllinoisHeadquarters

1888Year Founded

IPOCompany Stage

HealthcareIndustries

10,001+Employees