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 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
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 Senior Supervisor, In‑Process QA leads and supervises a team of two or more professionals. This role serves as a first‑level manager responsible for overseeing a work group that may include professional, technical, and/or administrative staff. While the position typically does not carry direct budgetary or hire/fire authority, it focuses on day‑to‑day people management activities such as mentoring, coaching, performance support, and workflow coordination to ensure quality and operational effectiveness.
What You’ll Work On
- Supervise day to day in process quality activities to ensure manufacturing operations meet internal quality standards, product specifications, and regulatory requirements.
- Lead nonconformance management activities, including disposition decisions, containment actions, root cause analysis, and corrective actions in collaboration with Manufacturing and Engineering.
- Review and approve in process inspection results, documentation, and records to ensure accuracy, completeness, and audit readiness.
- Partner cross functionally with Operations, Engineering, and Supply Chain to resolve quality issues without disrupting production while maintaining compliance.
- Ensure compliance with corporate, divisional, and site quality policies and procedures across assigned manufacturing areas.
- Manage staffing and workload assignments, including scheduling, overtime needs, and training compliance for all assigned personnel.
- Supervise, coach, and develop non‑exempt employees through performance feedback, goal setting, and formal performance evaluations.
- Promote a culture of quality, safety, and continuous improvement while supporting daily production goals and customer needs.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, Quality, or a related technical field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in Quality, Manufacturing Quality, or In Process Inspection within a regulated environment (e.g., medical devices, pharmaceuticals, food, aerospace).
- Working knowledge of applicable quality system requirements such as ISO 13485, FDA QSR (21 CFR 820), and good documentation practices.
- Demonstrated experience with root cause analysis, nonconformance management, CAPA, and quality tools.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior supervisory or lead experience managing inspectors, technicians, or quality team members.
- Experience working in a high volume or complex manufacturing environment with tight production timelines.
- Familiarity with SPC, control plans, PFMEA, and continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma).
- Professional certifications such as ASQ CQA, CQE, or Six Sigma Green Belt.
Apply Now
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Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.
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The base pay for this position is
$90,000.00 – $180,000.00
In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
JOB FAMILY:
Operations Quality
DIVISION:
HF Heart Failure
LOCATION:
United States > Pleasanton : 6035 Stoneridge Dr
ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:
WORK SHIFT:
Standard
TRAVEL:
Yes, 10 % of the Time
MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:
No
SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:
Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Continuous standing for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day)
Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.
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