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 109,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

Our location in Portland currently has an opportunity for an Quality Technician I (SECOND SHIFT 2:30pm - 11pm); you will be responsible for the visual and dimensional inspection of incoming, in process, and final components/materials, information for use (IFUs), packaging, and labeling materials. Perform first article inspections, conduct functional testing as required by component drawings and/or test instructions. Work in compliance to Heart Failure (HF) Procedures and cGMP guidelines.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Maintain inspection documentation in accordance with SOPs, WIs and GMP (CFRs)
• Responsible for compliance with applicable Corporate and Divisional Policies and procedures.
• Inspect incoming, R&D components and production component
• Perform and process first article inspections as directed by IQA Supervisor.
• Correlate supplier’s first article inspection report with AV first article inspection results.
• Interface with engineers on new product development, inspections and Non-conformance results.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE YOU’LL BRING 

Required 

• Requires an AA degree or technical education with a minimum of one year related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must be knowledgeable in using measurement equipment and tools such as calipers, gages, micrometers, etc.
• Experience in or familiarity with regulatory requirements such as FDA GMP, ISO and Quality Systems Regulations.
• Must be able to read blueprints and schematics.
• Understanding of basic inspection techniques.
• Proficiency in using basic math skills to obtain test and inspection results.
• Previous experience in the medical device industry preferred.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.            
• Must be familiar with current software such as Microsoft Excel, Word, Access, which are used in generating reports and statistics.

WHAT WE OFFER  

At Abbott, you can have a good job that can grow into a great career. We offer: 

• A fast-paced work environment where your safety is our priority
• Production areas that are clean, well-lit and temperature-controlled
• Training and career development, with onboarding programs for new employees and tuition assistance  
• Financial security through competitive compensation, incentives and retirement plans  
• Health care and well-being programs including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programs 
• Paid time off  
• 401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match 
• The stability of a company with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities 

Learn more about our benefits that add real value to your life to help you live fully:  www.abbottbenefits.com  

Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that provides the growth and strength to build your future. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity. 

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