Supplier Quality EngineerThe Supplier Quality Engineer is responsible for primary Quality contact with suppliers and for assessment of new suppliers. Monitors the performance of existing suppliers, requalifying suppliers, and the effectiveness of the Quality System in managing the supplier base. Provides routine daily support for Supplier Quality activities through attendance and support of the Material Review Board team and related activities.
Supports supplier selection, development and audit process through monitoring, review and quality analysis of the supplier selection process.Responsibilities include:Develop supplier audit processes and proceduresManage the performance of onsite supplier quality audits in support of cGMP compliance proceduresProvide support for onsite supplier selection surveys and capability studies, in support of corporate supplier development goalsCoordinate with internal commodity teams to establish development plansProvide quality systems expertise to suppliers (e.g., statistical process control support, capability studies)Establish policies and procedures that govern development of inspection characteristics to be followed in incoming quality inspectionMonitor inspection effectiveness.Resolve supplier quality issues at incoming inspection and on the production lineProvide team leadership for projects/investigations relating to supplier quality issuesManage supplier corrective action request (SCAR) initiation and follow-up with assigned supplier base processesFacilitate resolution of internal/external material quality issues by participating in root cause analysis and by working with suppliers to monitor corrective actionSupport internal corrective action and material validation teams, as requiredProvides technical expertise in development and maintenance of incoming inspection training packagesProvides quality systems training to production and incoming quality inspectors as requiredProvides information to suppliers and internal organizations through written and oral presentations/ and reportsProvides training and direction of supplier quality technicians and performs supplier quality analysisEnsures compliance and audit readiness of assigned supplier quality filesMaintains and administers the supplier quality related portion of ASL, maintaining supplier statusReports on supplier performance via routine, defined metricsMay lead or assist in supplier development/improvement projectsQualifications include:Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or related discipline required; Master's or graduate level degree preferred5+ years of work experience demonstrating a strong level of expertise in supplier quality3+ years of experience in manufacturingExcellent analytical, technical writing and verbal communication skillsKnowledge of FDA (820.50 & 60) and ISO (13485) requirementsCertified Quality Auditor (CQA, RAB) certificate or Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) certificate preferredExperience with PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) requirements, tools, processes, and deploymentKnowledge of quality improvement tools, including statistical methods.Ability to lift to 35 pounds.Up to 40% domestic and international travel is requiredSalary range - $111,486.00 - $150,843.00 (Compensation will vary based on skills, experience and location; it is not typical to be hired at or above the top of the salary range).Full-time employees who are not on a commission plan are eligible for Verathon's annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance.Verathon provides a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid holidays, paid time off and a 401(k) matching plan. For more information, please visit our complete Benefits Summary.Verathon is an equal opportunity employer and strongly supports diversity in the workplace. We believe that diverse ideas, opinions and perspectives will build a strong foundation for success.
In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at Verathon will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Verathon does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.