Sr. CAPA Quality Engineer at Abbott

Alameda, California, United States

Abbott Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Healthcare, Medical Devices, DiagnosticsIndustries

Requirements

  • B.S. in Engineering, Technical Field, Life Science or closely related discipline (equivalent combination of education and work experience will be accepted)
  • Minimum 6 years in Quality or related field experience
  • Previous CAPA and/or Quality Assurance/engineering experience
  • High proficiency leading meetings and communications for QA system information, concerns, and updates
  • High proficiency with reporting and publishing weekly, monthly, and quarterly metrics
  • Adept at staying current with organizational and industry information
  • Complies with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, other regulatory requirements, Company policies, operating procedures, processes, and task assignments

Responsibilities

  • Lead, mentor and motivate a team of Quality Engineers
  • Communicate confidently and effectively with all levels of management, peers, and key stakeholders, including timely escalation of quality issues
  • Accountable for leadership and oversight of the CAPA system, and associated deliverables
  • Provide guidance, insight and training to the team and the wider business around CAPA process, quality standards, and regulatory requirements
  • Lead and/or contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and projects
  • Provide subject matter expertise during audits and inspections
  • Represent CAPA QA in cross functional meetings (site and division)
  • Lead, develop, and mentor others with QA data analysis, trending, and reporting
  • Drive CAPA projects through its entire life cycle
  • Mentor lower-level engineers
  • Strategize continuous process improvements that aid in improving the CAPA program

Skills

CAPA
Quality Engineering
Medical Devices
Glucose Monitoring
Bio-wearable Technology
Diabetes Care
Healthcare Regulations

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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