Facilities Engineer

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio spans diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines, and our 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.The OpportunityPosition of Facilities Quality Engineer in the Cardiometabolic Business Unit in San Diego, CA. This role supports site QA activities and primarily focuses on key quality subsystems, including document control, training, complaints, nonconformances, CAPA and/or supplier control.What You'll Work OnResponsible for implementing and maintaining the effectiveness of the Quality System.Participate in Quality System processes which may include training, corrective action and preventive action (CAPA) activities, change control, document control and general QMS administrative support.Aid in implementing process improvements with respect to Quality Assurance processes.Maintain Quality metrics as required.Provide support to QA activities for regulatory compliance (i.e. Management Review support, regulatory audits).Assist in determining quality attributes and requirements. May provide technical assistance.Utilize quality management techniques to perform investigations and facilitate solutions.Work with managers to coordinate training requirements for employees as required.Manage training program and organizational chart as needed.Review/approve supplier surveys and make recommendations as required.Assist with internal audits and agency audits.Manage Document Control as required.Drive functional performance to ensure that cross‑functional standards and expectations are met.Responsible for completing documentation in a timely manner and in accordance with business standards.Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal and external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the company's policies and practices.Understands and is aware of the quality consequences which may occur from the improper performance of their specific job.Carries out duties in compliance with established business policies.Demonstrates commitment to the development, implementation and effectiveness of Quality Management System per ISO, FDA, laboratory standards and other applicable regulatory agencies.Perform other duties and projects as assigned.Required QualificationBS/BA degree in chemistry, biology, or other scientific discipline or equivalent combination of education and work experience.1-3 years' experience in Quality Assurance or Regulatory Compliance experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in vitro diagnostics.Writing and Communication Skills (e.g. write technical reports, present data analysis).Experience with MS Office including Excel and PowerPoint.Must be detail‑oriented, self‑motivated and available for flexible scheduling.Preferred QualificationExperience with electronic document control systems highly preferred.Knowledgeable of federal and other regulations, e.g. QSR's, ISO, ISO 13485, CMDR.Demonstrated initiative and problem‑solving skills.Ability or aptitude to use various types of databases and other computer software.Strong organizational skills.Ability to clearly, concisely and accurately convey communications.Knowledge of quality management techniques and application.Able to work on multiple tasks as a team member and/or operate as an individual contributor.Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.The base pay for this position is $81,500.00 – $141,300.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.#J-18808-Ljbffr