Technician II

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.

A healthy heart is essential to good health. That's why we're committed to advancing treatments for people with cardiovascular disease. As a global leader in Cardiac Rhythm Technologies, our breakthrough medical technologies help restore people's health so they can get back to living their best lives, faster. We focus on innovative technologies that can improve the way doctors treat people with heart arrhythmias, or irregular heartbeats.

Our location in Sylmar, CA, currently has an opportunity for a Technician II. This position is responsible for executing and maintaining quality engineering methodologies and providing quality engineering support for non-product software. Ensures software systems are developed, validated and maintained in compliance with regulatory and business procedures.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Performs automatic and manual testing on products.

• Ensures assemblies meet visual, mechanical, electrical criteria of design documentation, standards and inspection documentation.

• Follows written work instructions and completes necessary paperwork accurately that is required for jobs.

• Reviews records for device traceability and compliance.

• Detects problems and initiates corrective action to control non-conforming material and product and assists in problem solving.

• Trains employees and can function as a lead if necessary.

• Assists in the development of workmanship standards.

• 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 coop

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE YOU'LL BRING

• Associates Degree In Electronics Or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.

• Minimum 2 years Two to four years related experience in a similar manufacturing environment including one to two years of HDI experience. Ability to independently carry out successive steps in accordance with procedures.

• Ability to identify nonconformance in documentation, components, products, processes and facilities. Ability to resolve problems in accordance with operating procedures. Able to pass IPC610 Training. Able to perform tasks associated with four or more products. 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 approximately 5%. Ability to maintain regular and predictable attendance. Occasional overtime is a requirement of this position.

WHAT WE OFFER

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

• 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 $21.55 - $43.15 per hour. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.