IQA Inspector I

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.


JOB DESCRIPTION:

IQA Inspector I

Working at Abbott

At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You'll also have access to:

• 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.

The Opportunity

This position works out of our Irving, TX location in the Transfusion Medicine Division. The IQA Inspector I is responsible for performing receiving, in-process, and final inspections, as well as tool inspections and qualifications, first article inspections, and calibration activities. The role includes inspecting and testing purchased materials, components, and products to ensure compliance with established policies, procedures, and quality standards.

What You'll Work On

• Performs visual, dimensional and functional inspection and testing according to documented policies and procedures.
• Records inspection and test data as prescribed by written instructions and procedures.
• Recommends changes to policies and procedures.
• Documents non-conformances in Non-Conforming Material Review system.
• Complies with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, other regulatory requirements, Company policies, operating procedures, processes, and task assignments.
• Maintains positive and cooperative communications and collaboration with all levels of employees, customers, contractors, and vendors.
• Support all Company initiatives as identified by management and in support of Quality Management Systems (QMS), Environmental Management Systems (EMS), and other regulatory requirements.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma / GED or an equivalent combination of education and work experience
• 0-2 years of relevant work experience
• Good communication and computer skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel
• Ability to work in a highly matrixed and geographically diverse business environment
• Ability to work within a team and as an individual contributor in a fast-paced, changing environment
• Ability to leverage and/or engage others to accomplish projects
• Strong verbal and written communications with ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels in the organization
• Multitasks, prioritizes and meets deadlines in timely manner
• Strong organizational and follow-up skills, as well as attention to detail
• Must be willing to work overtime as required, including weekends
• Ability to maintain regular and predictable attendance

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in Quality performing inspection. Prior medical device component inspection experience preferred
• Experience with optical measurement equipment, hand tools, gages, pressure and force gage testing
• Training in blueprint reading and experience with inspection sampling techniques
• Knowledge of FDA, GMP, ISO 13485

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The base pay for this position is
$17.00 - $34.00/hour
In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

JOB FAMILY:
Supply Chain


DIVISION:
TM Transfusion Medicine


LOCATION:
United States > Irving : LC-02


ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

WORK SHIFT:
Standard


TRAVEL:
No


MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:
Not Applicable


SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:
Awkward/forceful/repetitive (arms above shoulder, bent wrists), 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), Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday), Lift, carry, push or pull weights of more than 20 pounds/9 kilos on a regular/daily basis


Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.


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