Document Control Specialist

Job Description This position works out of our Abbott Park, IL location within the GES Global Engineering Services division. The Technical Writer and Document Controller manage document change control and support general business functions. They ensure that all documents and data affecting equipment operation, procurement, manufacturability, quality and reliability are current and approved for release. Technical Writing and Document Controlling includes safety, regulatory, technical trade and developmental programs intended to ensure personnel can sustain and improve operations. They verify that operational and design document changes are performed accurately, effectively and with superior efficiency, are reviewed for impact across areas and sites, and are coordinated for implementation. What You’ll Work On Work with department management to identify and maintain current documentation procedures for individual trade functions and ensure that they are up to date. Incorporate changes to affected documents by performing data entries in the system and issuing the revised document to the viewing application for users. Advise and respond to queries on effecting changes to documents by interfacing with document owners and originators of changes, providing prior and current revisions of documents, and running queries and reports. Identify improvements by analyzing the current business/system processes and recommending improvements within the scope of their influence. Assist in internal, corporate, Divisional, regulatory, and third‑party audits (pre‑paration activities and post‑audit activities) as required. Ensure compliance with all Abbott procedures and all applicable regulatory agency requirements. Perform other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent. Technical/Business Knowledge (Job Skills). Applies broad knowledge of business concepts, procedures and practices and a general understanding of department fundamentals. Ability to communicate verbally and in writing. Must work independently, be well organized in program development and administration. Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, document change systems such as Windchill, and training management systems such as LMS preferred. Strong interpersonal skills and leadership qualities. Preferred Qualifications Two‑year degree or some college credits in a Technical field preferred. Benefits Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of. Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year. An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution. Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit — an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree. A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world 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 a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists. Job Family Facilities & Maintenance Work Shift Standard Travel Yes, 5 % of the Time Medical Surveillance No Significant Work Activities Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Continuous standing for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Continuous walking for prolonged periods (more than 2 hours at a time in an 8 hour day), Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday), Work in noisy environment. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans. EEO is the Law link - English: EEO is the Law link - Espanol: #J-18808-Ljbffr