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AbbVie

Global biopharmaceutical company developing medicines

Quality Control Technician 1

Inspection & TestPosted on Nov 11
Full-timeHeredia Province, Heredia, Costa RicaNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • At least one year of experience in the medical industry or at least one year in a position within a Quality department; the latter need not be in the medical industry.
  • Normal 20/20 visual acuity, with corrective lenses if needed.
  • Knowledge of good documentation practices.
  • Knowledge of good manufacturing practices (GMPs).
  • Basic proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.
  • Attention to detail.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct daily quality assurance reviews of the manufacturing process to ensure that subassemblies and products in process are manufactured according to procedures and specifications.
  • Perform visual inspections and functional tests of products and subassemblies in process to verify compliance with established specifications and procedures.
  • Review device history records (DHR) before releasing products or subassemblies to ensure the documentation meets applicable specifications.
  • Perform daily tests to confirm primary packaging meets the specifications required to maintain the sterile barrier of products.
  • Place nonconforming products on hold or in quarantine, correctly identify retained material, prepare the required report, and block or unblock items in SAP.
  • Review records, charts, and temperature indicators to ensure product sterility.
  • Maintain orderly work areas using 5S practices and meet the Quality objectives for each applicable period.
  • Perform tasks assigned by the supervisor.
  • Report any noncompliance with procedures and regulations established for the area.
  • Comply with corporate and legal EHS requirements by following internal policies and procedures, and support compliance through strategies, internal controls, communication, and training.
  • Sustain EHS results through leadership, commitment, and active participation in EHS initiatives.

Desired Qualifications

  • A QA technician qualification or 25% progress toward a STEM degree.

About the Company

AbbVie

Global biopharmaceutical company developing medicines

AbbVie is a global biopharmaceutical company that develops and sells medicines to treat serious health conditions. Its portfolio spans immunology, oncology, virology, neuroscience, and aesthetics, with products designed to modulate the immune system, target disease pathways, or support medical aesthetics. AbbVie compounds its products through a heavy emphasis on research and development, investing billions to build a steady pipeline of new therapies. Its medicines are brought to market by selling to healthcare providers, hospitals, and clinics, and in some cases directly to patients via prescriptions. The company differentiates itself through a wide, globally distributed product line, substantial R&D investment, and a commitment to sustainability and patient care, including science-based targets. AbbVie’s goal is to improve patient outcomes by delivering effective treatments for unmet medical needs while pursuing long-term, responsible growth across healthcare markets.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
North Chicago, IL
Founded
1888

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