Manufacturing Process Development Engineer

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Job Title

Manufacturing Process Development Engineer

Working at Abbott

At Abbott, You Can Do Work That Matters, Grow, And Learn, Care For Yourself And Your 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 a 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 worldwide 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 the best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.
  
  

The Opportunity

The position of Manufacturing Process Development Engineer is within our CMI Unit located in Pomona, California. This role will provide support for automated manufacturing process equipment including troubleshooting equipment issues, equipment modification, failure analysis, etc. for the Abbott manufacturing environment.

The Manufacturing Process Development Engineer develops, implements and maintains methods, operation sequence and processes in the manufacture or fabrication of parts, components, sub-assemblies and final assemblies. Interfaces with design engineering in coordinating the release of new products. Estimates manufacturing cost determines time standards and makes recommendations for tooling and process requirements of new or existing product lines. The role will maintain records and reporting systems for coordination of manufacturing operations. Acts as liaison between area owners and vendors for scheduled/unscheduled maintenance and calibration. Addresses any nonconformances as a result of environmental excursions (related to temperature and humidity) within validated rooms and equipment.

What You’ll Do

• Applies basic understanding of FDA, ISO and cGMP theories and principles.
• Contribute to Group’s objectives by carrying out assignments.
• Supports current automated manufacturing equipment, supporting a production schedule.
• Some Saturday support for Operations when needed.
• Ability to investigate and modify existing control systems and user interfaces
• Ability to investigate and modify existing vision inspection applications (Cognex), cameras and lighting
• Write manufacturing work instructions, validation protocols and equipment specifications.
• Supports Lean/Six Sigma Initiatives.
• Supports design of experiments to improve understanding of impact of variability in manufacturing on downstream processes and aid in the development of improved manufacturing procedures and processes.
• Supports the use of process mapping tools and manufacturing data to drive improvements in operational efficiencies and cost improvement initiatives.
• Use of project management including vendor and interdepartmental interactions
• Carries out duties in compliance with established business policies.
• Demonstrates commitment to the development, implementation and effectiveness of Abbott Quality Management System per ISO, FDA, and other regulatory agencies.
• Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal/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. Has awareness of device defects that may occur in their area of responsibility, including product design, verification and validation, manufacturing and testing activities.
• May work with hazardous materials.
• Perform other duties & projects as assigned.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• BS degree in engineering or related field.
• 2 years of experience in engineering role.
• Experience with computer applications include SolidWorks, AutoCAD, MS Word, Excel and Project.
• Verbal and written communication skills; Organized and detail oriented.
• Ability to use MS Office and other manufacturing systems.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of federal and other regulations governing medical device assembly and design, e.g. GMP, QSR, ISO and CMDR.
• Understanding of machine function, mechanical/electrical or software engineering.
• Knowledge of Lab View, PLC and other specialty machine and vision software.
• Able to work with a variety of people on multiple projects; Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Organized and detail oriented
• Knowledge of structured problem-solving/lean tools.
  
  

Competencies

• Acts ethically and takes accountability for achieving outcomes.
• Teamwork
• Proactively listens to internal/external customers and clarifies expectations
• Promptly and effectively handles issues and problems
  
  

Apply Now

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The base pay for this position is $72,100.00 – $114,700.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.