Senior Manager Quality at Abbott

Des Plaines, Illinois, United States

Abbott Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Healthcare, Diagnostics, Medical DevicesIndustries

Requirements

  • Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills to support decision-making and process improvements
  • Ability to apply Statistical Process Control (SPC) and process monitoring techniques
  • Proficiency in statistical analysis to interpret data, identify trends, and drive continuous improvement
  • Experience with risk management strategies to mitigate issues and ensure regulatory compliance
  • Capability to interact frequently with internal and external management and senior-level representatives on projects, operational decisions, scheduling, and contractual clarifications
  • Leadership skills to provide direction and guidance to exempt specialists

Responsibilities

  • Provide leadership and guidance for the quality department to maintain high quality levels on all products while achieving high efficiency
  • Oversee and execute the Nonconformance and CAPA subsystems, including Material Review Board (MRB) and CAPA Review Board activities, material control processes, investigations, root cause analysis, development and implementation of resolution plans, and effectiveness checks
  • Ensure manufacturing quality system requirements are effectively established and maintained, and report on quality system performance to management
  • Lead Global QA initiatives to implement quality systems/processes across the organization and Division for quality improvements, cross-plant consistency, and regulatory compliance
  • Develop goals, objectives, procedures, policies, and systems aligned with company goals, mission, vision, and FDA/ISO regulations
  • Assure overall quality of products and services meets internal and external customer requirements
  • Partner with cross-functional areas on strategic initiatives, including process metrics, quality record approvals, and Nonconformance/CAPA process management and oversight

Skills

Quality Management
Leadership
Molecular Diagnostics
Regulatory Compliance
Healthcare Quality
Product Quality
Quality Assurance
Team Leadership
Process Improvement

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

Risks

Departure of key leader Dr. Adamson may affect Abbott's Heart Failure division.
Integration challenges with Medtronic could impact glucose monitor-insulin pump rollout.
Thermo Fisher's microfluidics expansion may increase competition for Abbott.

Differentiation

Abbott integrates continuous glucose monitoring with automated insulin delivery systems.
Abbott's microfluidic devices streamline diagnostic processes efficiently.
Abbott's neuromodulation products target specific nervous system areas for chronic pain relief.

Upsides

Microfluidic technology offers cost-effective solutions in diagnostics.
Strategic partnerships like Abbott-Medtronic enhance product offerings and market reach.
Significant investments indicate strong market confidence in Abbott's healthcare solutions.

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