• Job Description

  Req#: 31099688
  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.
  JOB DESCRIPTION:
  About Abbott
  Abbott is a global healthcare leader, creating breakthrough science to improve people’s health. We’re always looking towards the future, anticipating changes in medical science and technology.
  Working at Abbott
  At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and 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.
  • Free medical coverage for employees* via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO
  • An excellent retirement savings plan with 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 around the world 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 a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.
  The Opportunity
  This position is a remote opportunity in the Abbott Diabetes Care Division. We are helping people with Diabetes lead healthier, happier lives. As a global leader in diabetes care, Abbott is constantly working to deliver the highest quality products and unwavering support to our customers. Consistent and accurate glucose monitoring is the foundation of any diabetes management plan, so we’re committed to continuous improvement in the way patients and professionals measure, track and analyze glucose levels.
  As a Complaint Investigation Technician, you will perform routine testing in a laboratory setting of medical devices associated with returns due to customer complaints, while ensuring timely closure. Handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in a team environment with minimal supervision. Document investigation activities clearly and accurately, utilizing software applications, computers and databases and maintain files per procedures. Ensure proper transfer of the returned product to next stage of investigation according to documented priorities. Store not confirmed returned products, in appropriate location per established procedures, for subsequent retrieval. This is an onsite opportunity in Alameda, CA.
  WHAT YOU’LL DO
  • Safely perform routine testing and receiving of returned products due to customer complaints and be able to document investigation activities clearly and accurately in a timely manner.
  • Adhere to procedures and work instructions throughout.
  • Be able to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently.
  • Understand the priorities of investigation as outlined in the procedures and as assigned by the laboratory supervisor.
  • Ensure that product returned is handled appropriately, investigated safely and accurately in a timely manner consistent with established procedures as failure to comply with requirements and regulations may lead to nonconformances resulting in FDA sanctions.
  • Responsible for compliance with applicable Corporate and Divisional Policies and performing other duties as assigned by management
  EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
  Required
  • 1-2 years of college or high school diploma with relevant experience.
  • Good organizational, written, oral and interpersonal skills.
  • Good Computer Skills. Basic mathematical skills are required.
  Preferred
  • Experience in controlled environment preferred.
  Apply Now
  * Participants who complete a short wellness assessment qualify for FREE coverage in our HIP PPO medical plan. Free coverage applies in the next calendar year.
  Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: www.abbottbenefits.com
  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.
  Connect with us at www.abbott.com , on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott and on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal.
  The base pay for this position is
  $23.90 – $47.80/hour
  In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
  JOB FAMILY:
  Operations Quality
  DIVISION:
  ADC Diabetes Care
  LOCATION:
  United States > Alameda : 1360-1380 South Loop Road
  ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:
  WORK SHIFT:
  2Nd Shift (United States Of America)
  TRAVEL:
  No
  MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:
  No
  SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:
  Continuous sitting 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.
  EEO is the Law link - English: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_English.pdf
  EEO is the Law link - Espanol: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_Spanish.pdf

• About the company

  Abbott Laboratories is an American multinational medical devices and health care company with headquarters in Abbott Park, Illinois, United States.

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