QC Tech II

Abbott•San Diego, CA

16d•$20 - $40•Onsite

About The Position

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. JOB DESCRIPTION: About Abbott Diagnostic testing is a compass, providing information that helps in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of a range of health conditions. Abbott’s life-changing tests and diagnostic tools give you accurate , timely information to better manage your health. We’re empowering smarter medical and economic decision making to help transform the way people manage their health at all stages of life. Every day, more than 10 million tests are run on Abbott’s diagnostics instruments, providing lab results for millions of people. Abbott Rapid Diagnostics is part of Abbott’s Diagnostics family of businesses, bringing together exceptional teams of experts and industry leading technologies to support diagnostic testing which provides important information for treatment and management of diseases and other conditions. The Opportunity The position of Quality Control Technician II is within our Cardiometabolic business unit located in San Diego, California.  This role is responsible for monitoring product quality through testing and observation.  Additionally, this position consists of the operation of moderately complex semi-automated equipment. What You'll Do Responsible for running in-process, stability/calibration, final release, and experimental devices Notifying appropriate personnel of results and completing all associated data and documentation Cross-trained on all processes including in-process, stability, calibration, and final release Able to solve process-related questions/problems and minor investigations Review device history records Train new employees/Quality Control Technician I Operate laboratory equipment safely, as trained and directed, in accordance with established practices Responsible for inventory of all testing related materials Demonstrates commitment to the development, implementation and effectiveness of Alere Quality Management System per ISO, FDA, and other regulatory agencies 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 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; build productive internal/external working relationships Carries out duties in compliance with established business policies Other duties as assigned, according to the changing needs of the business

Requirements

High School/ GED graduate or equivalent
2 - 5 years relative work experience

Nice To Haves

BS in a science-related field
2 – 5 years of laboratory experience in quality control/assurance or a manufacturing environment, preferably invitro diagnostics
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite; strong knowledge of Excel
Organized and detail oriented
Ability to work in a team environment
Able to multitask and adapt to changes in task priorities

Responsibilities

Responsible for running in-process, stability/calibration, final release, and experimental devices
Notifying appropriate personnel of results and completing all associated data and documentation
Cross-trained on all processes including in-process, stability, calibration, and final release
Able to solve process-related questions/problems and minor investigations
Review device history records
Train new employees/Quality Control Technician I
Operate laboratory equipment safely, as trained and directed, in accordance with established practices
Responsible for inventory of all testing related materials
Demonstrates commitment to the development, implementation and effectiveness of Alere Quality Management System per ISO, FDA, and other regulatory agencies
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
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; build productive internal/external working relationships
Carries out duties in compliance with established business policies
Other duties as assigned, according to the changing needs of the business

Benefits

A fast-paced work environment where your safety is our priority ( Manufacturing roles only )
Production areas that are clean, well-lit and temperature-controlled ( Manufacturing roles only )
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

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