Quality Specialist
About Abbott European Distribution center
The European Distribution center in Machelen distributes products for the medical device division of Abbott. The EDC handles products from CRM, EP, HF, SH and NM and ships these to all region’s outside of the US.
The DC was expanded earlier this year and is now 20.000m² large. Products (4,6 MM) per year are delivered to more than 5000 customers in over 120 countries.
About the role
We are looking for a Quality Specialist to join our Quality team in Machelen. In this role, you will have end-to-end responsibility for quality-related processes and act as a key interface between suppliers, manufacturing, and internal stakeholders. The position combines administrative responsibilities with hands-on, operational quality work and requires a strong quality mindset and excellent communication skills.
You will be part of a team of four Quality Specialists, reporting into the Quality organization, and working closely with QA Operations and Manufacturing.
Key responsibilities
As a Quality Specialist, you will be responsible for the overall quality process related to products and suppliers, including:
1. Managing stop-ship processes, including communication with affiliates across different countries
2. Following up on required quality and compliance documentation and reporting back to Manufacturing
3. Managing non-conforming (NC) material across inbound, outbound, production, and return flows, and acting as the main communication point with the business
4. Supplier quality management and follow-up
5. Coordination of calibration and validation of equipment
6. Ensuring quality compliance in all matters related to the product
7. Executing a significant amount of administrative quality work, including documentation and reporting
8. Performing operational quality activities, including going to the floor to understand products and processes together with operators
9. Taking ownership of the entire quality process within scope and driving continuous improvement
10. Collaborating closely with internal stakeholders to ensure high quality standards are maintained
Requirements
Education & qualifications
11. Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Science, Quality Systems, or a related field
12. Experience in a quality environment is a strong advantage
Experience & skills
13. Strong MS Office skills
14. Power BI knowledge is a plus
15. High level of accuracy and attention to detail
16. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
17. A structured way of working and a clear quality mindset
18. Team-oriented and collaborative approach
Language skills
19. Fluent English is mandatory
20. Knowledge of eighter French or Dutch is considered a strong asset
Additional information
21. This is a fully office-based position located in Machelen, Belgium
What we offer
22. A responsible and impactful role with end-to-end ownership
23. Exposure to both operational and strategic quality activities
24. A collaborative, international work environment
25. Opportunities to deepen your expertise within Quality and supplier management
Sounds interesting?
Please submit your application though the “Apply” link above. We are reviewing applicants ongoing.