Senior Manufacturing Engineer at Abbott

Minnetonka, Minnesota, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Healthcare, Medical DevicesIndustries

Requirements

Mechanical, Chemical, Biomedical or any engineering or technical degree or equivalent experience required
Minimum 5 years manufacturing engineering experience (prior medical device manufacturing engineering experience preferred, but not required)
Strong analytical, problem solving and project management skills
Demonstrated leadership capability in team settings
Ability to lead and motivate people
Excellent organization, problem solving, communication, and team leadership skills
Ability to multitask, prioritize work and make data driven decisions
Work effectively with cross-functional teams
Be innovative, resourceful, and work with minimal direction

Responsibilities

Engage with front line engineers supporting operations team to build knowledge for current state operations
Manage projects which include new production equipment, process improvements, cost reductions, and supporting new product introductions
Provide guidance to other engineers and technicians
Provide technical mentorship to engineers and technicians
Conduct Process FMEAs and Process Validations
Improve product quality, labor efficiency, and throughput through the use of Lean manufacturing concepts
Coordinate the design, procurement, build and debug of tooling, machinery and test equipment
Work with Product Development to ensure Design for Manufacturability
Support the operations team as a front-line engineer working with assemblers and troubleshooting equipment and process issues
Manage projects aimed towards designing and developing manufacturing processes, tooling, and fixtures to meet daily production schedules while enhancing productivity and product quality

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Manufacturing EngineeringProcess ImprovementLean Manufacturing

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What benefits does Abbott offer?

Abbott provides career development opportunities, free medical coverage through the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO, an excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution, tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program, and FreeU education benefit.

Is this position remote or onsite?

This position works out of the Minnetonka, MN location.

What salary can I expect for this Senior Manufacturing Engineer role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What key responsibilities and skills are needed for this role?

The role involves engaging with front-line engineers to support operations, managing projects for new production equipment, process improvements, cost reductions, and new product introductions, providing technical mentorship to engineers and technicians, and conducting procurement.

What is the company culture like at Abbott?

Abbott emphasizes doing work that matters, growth and learning opportunities, caring for yourself and family, being your true self, and living a full life, and is recognized as a great place to work, one of the most admired companies, and best for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

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