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JOB DESCRIPTION:

Manufacturing Engineer I

Leading an active lifestyle is important to the many people we serve. In Abbott’s Heart Failure division, we’re advancing the treatment of heart and vascular disease through breakthrough medical technologies in electrophysiology and heart failure, allowing people to restore their health and get on with their lives.

We are seeking a high caliber Engineer I, Manufacturing. This position is to design and develop manufacturing processes, tooling, and fixtures in order to meet daily production schedules while enhancing productivity and product quality. This position is to support the development/transfer of new product design into manufacturing and provide technical solutions.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Design and develop manufacturing processes, tooling, and fixtures to meet daily production schedules.
• Enhancement of productivity and product quality.
• Evaluation of production equipment.
• Production support and process validation.
• Interface with vendors for incoming components.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing processes and equipment.
• Utilize the process improvement tools like SPC, DOE, Gage R&R, , etc.
• Understand and utilize electronic data collection systems and computer software packages to analyze data using basic statistics.
• Understand manufacturing concepts like Value Stream mapping, 5S and Visual Workplace to improve quality, labor efficiency, and throughput.
• Write protocols and reports.
• Generate and modify manufacturing process documentation.
• Work with cross functional teams.
• Develop and implement process improvements.
• Resolve and facilitate resolution of problems, identify root causes to prevent re-occurrence.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE YOU’LL BRING

Required

• Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, Biomedical, Manufacturing, related engineering degree or equivalent experience is required.
• 0-2 years of relevant engineering experience with a variety of Medical Device manufacturing processes.
• Require solid computer skills using Microsoft Office, Proficient using Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Experience with Minitab, and CAD systems.

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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The base pay for this position is

$56,700.00 – $113,300.00

In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

JOB FAMILY:

Manufacturing

DIVISION:

HF Heart Failure

LOCATION:

United States > Atlanta : 387 Technology Circle NW Suite 500

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

WORK SHIFT:

Standard

TRAVEL:

Not specified

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:

Not Applicable

SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:

Awkward/forceful/repetitive (arms above shoulder, bent wrists), Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday)

Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.

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