Manager Software Quality

Company: Abbott Laboratories
Location: Lake Forest
Posted on: April 10, 2021

Job Description:

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 109,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries. About Abbott The key to successful treatment and full recovery is often fast, accurate diagnosis. Abbott's life-changing tests and diagnostic tools provide insights that enable smarter, faster decisions and transform the way the world is managing health. Our pioneering technology spans the world of healthcare operations - with medical diagnostic instruments, tests, automation and informatics solutions for hospitals, reference labs, blood centers, emergency departments, physician offices and clinics. Our locations in Scarborough, Maine and Lake Forest, IL currently have an opportunity for a Software Quality Manager. This position is responsible for managing resources for the Software Quality department, establishing department goals, developing and maintaining processes and procedures, and assuring adherance to the software development lifecycle across the division. WHAT YOU'LL DO * Develop, maintain and oversee the divisional software development and validation program.* Develop and conduct training of company personnel for the divisional software development and validation program.* Work with Design and Manufacturing Engineering in the completion of system / software requirements and other verification and validation processes.* Create and execute or direct software validation protocols traceable to system/software requirements.* Develop and implement solutions for controlling code and administer Code Control and Software Event/Defect Tracking software systems.* Assist in the completion and maintenance of risk analysis, focused on software related risks.* Design and implement various product and process improvement methodologies (ie Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing).* Apply sound, systematic problem solving methodologies in identifying, prioritizing, communicating, and resolving issues.* Supervises other Software Quality Engineers* Develops and manages department operating budget.* Support all Divisional initiatives as identified by divisional management and in support of Quality Management Systems (QMS), Environmental Management Systems (EMS), and other regulatory requirements* Hires and retains a diverse, highly qualified staff and provides ongoing performance feedback. Maintains a safe and professional work environment.* Complies with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, other regulatory requirements, Company policies, operating procedures, processes, and task assignments. Maintains positive and cooperative communications and collaboration with all levels of employees, customers, contractors, and vendors. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE YOU'LL BRING Required * Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related technical field or the equivalent combination of education and experience.* 7 Years of Experience* Prior experience working cross-functionally with non-IT technical groups.* Prior project management experience.* Proven experience working from a stated intent to a realized software solution.* Experience working with non-technical groups to perform risk assessments, requirements gathering, and deliver a finished product.* Experience working with databases.* Experience partnering with IT to deliver business values.* Experience implementing software solutions. Preferred * Familiarity with GAMP5 classifications and V-Model* Prior experience with Cloud Technologies which includes AWS 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: http://www.abbottbenefits.com/pages/candidate.aspx 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. Connect with us at www.abbott.com, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott and on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal.

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