Abbott · 22 hours ago
IQA Technician I
Irving, TX
Contract
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
0+ years expAbbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. The IQA Technician I role involves supporting manufacturing and testing operations by performing inspections and ensuring compliance with quality standards.
BiotechnologyEmergency MedicineGeneticsHealth CareHealth DiagnosticsManufacturingMedicalMedical DeviceNutritionPharmaceutical
Responsibilities
Support manufacturing and testing operations in compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) for receiving and inspection
Perform job duties in accordance with Abbott Global and Technical Standards and Quality System (QS) requirements
Complete Tier 1 inspections per inspection plans and drawings to support production schedules
Use hand tools (calipers, gauges, rulers) and perform visual inspections on inbound materials for medical device assembly
May operate more advanced measuring instruments as needed
Perform visual and dimensional inspections of cable harness assemblies and printed circuit board assemblies
Maintain accurate inspection records, documentation, and filing systems to meet GMP and quality compliance
Accept or reject supplier lots based on inspection results
Document any non-conformances related to specifications, procedures, or standards, including completing required paperwork and system transactions
Initiate discrepant material reports and participate in data collection, analysis, and trending
Recommend improvements to policies, processes, and procedures
Perform moderately complex assignments, applying established methods to recurring situations; escalate more complex issues to senior quality personnel
Support Quality Management Systems (QMS), Environmental Management Systems (EMS), and other regulatory initiatives
Ensure adherence to all FDA, ISO, environmental, health, and safety requirements
Qualification
Required
Support manufacturing and testing operations in compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) for receiving and inspection
Perform job duties in accordance with Abbott Global and Technical Standards and Quality System (QS) requirements
Complete Tier 1 inspections per inspection plans and drawings to support production schedules
Use hand tools (calipers, gauges, rulers) and perform visual inspections on inbound materials for medical device assembly
May operate more advanced measuring instruments as needed
Perform visual and dimensional inspections of cable harness assemblies and printed circuit board assemblies
Maintain accurate inspection records, documentation, and filing systems to meet GMP and quality compliance
Accept or reject supplier lots based on inspection results
Document any non-conformances related to specifications, procedures, or standards, including completing required paperwork and system transactions
Initiate discrepant material reports and participate in data collection, analysis, and trending
Recommend improvements to policies, processes, and procedures
Perform moderately complex assignments, applying established methods to recurring situations; escalate more complex issues to senior quality personnel
Support Quality Management Systems (QMS), Environmental Management Systems (EMS), and other regulatory initiatives
Ensure adherence to all FDA, ISO, environmental, health, and safety requirements
Ability to perform accurate visual and dimensional inspections
Knowledge of GMP, GLP, and quality system regulations
Strong documentation and record keeping skills
Ability to analyze inspection data and identify trends
Attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to follow standards, procedures, and regulatory guidelines
Basic problem solving and initiative to complete tasks independently
0–2 years performing incoming dimensional inspections
Experience with hand measurement tools such as calipers, gauges, and rulers
Work experience supporting manufacturing or quality environments preferred
Intern will be considered
High School Diploma or GED required
Experience reviewing engineering drawings, specifications, and inspection plans (required)
Preferred
Bachelor's degree or technical diploma (not required but preferred if no prior inspection experience)
Familiarity with medical device manufacturing or regulated environments
Benefits
Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
Dental Plan
Vision Plan
Health Savings Account (for High-Deductible Health Plans)
Flexible Spending Accounts (Health, Limited Purpose, Dependent Care, Commuter Parking and Commuter Transit)
Supplemental Life Insurance
Short Term Disability (coverage varies by state)
Long Term Disability
Critical Illness, Hospital coverage, Accident Insurance
MetLife Legal, MetLife ID Fraud, and MetLife Pet Insurance
401(k)
Company
Abbott
Abbott is a healthcare company that produces diagnostic kits, medical devices, nutritional products, and branded generic medicines.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$6.79M2011-03-15Post Ipo Debt· $0.1M
2009-03-16Post Ipo Debt· $6.69M
1980-12-12IPO
Leadership Team
Robert Ford
President & Chief Executive Officer
Mike Peterson
Senior Vice President
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