Sr Process Technician

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 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

Main Purpose of the Role

Work with Process Development engineers to develop manufacturing systems that include equipment and methods of using the equipment, measurement, analysis and control of the process variables.

Main Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and test new processes and tooling

• Analyze and improve existing manufacturing processes

• Facilitate process development decision making using computer skills for design and analysis (SPC, Statistical Analysis)

• Write and prepare technical reports, qualifications and validations

• Manage business process compliance through process validation, equipment qualification, document control and equipment maintenance

• Maintain materials, tools and facilities necessary for production activities

• Understand work environment issues such as OSHA regulations, FDA Quality Systems regulations and ISO requirements

• Develop new manufacturing and design technologies by staying current in areas of focus

• Support all Company initiatives as identified by management and in support of Quality Management Systems (QMS), Environmental Management Systems (EMS), and other regulatory requirements

• 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

• Performs other related duties and responsibilities, on occasion, as assigned

Preferred Qualifications

Technical Diploma (± 12 years)

Required Qualifications

5 years technician experience

General manufacturing processing knowledge

Solid processing equipment troubleshooting and qualification skills required

Solid data compilation and analysis skills required

Solid problem solving and organization skills required

Experience working in a broader enterprise/cross-division business unit model preferred

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

Ability to travel <1%

Occasional overtime is a requirement of this position

The base pay for this position is $22.45 – $44.85 per hour. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.