Senior Supplier Quality Engineer

Supplier And Distribution Quality Engineer

In this exciting role, you will support the Supplier and Distribution Quality organization to identify and establish the Approved Supplier List (ASL) for Distributors and 3PL's, negotiate Quality Agreements, monitor performance, develop and execute the audit schedule, as well as support validation and qualification activities with these suppliers.

Ensure that suppliers deliver quality parts, materials, and services.

Qualify suppliers according to company standards and may administer a Certified Supplier Program in receiving inspection to ensure cost effectiveness.

Monitor parts from acquisition through the manufacturing cycle and communicate and resolve supplier-related problems as they occur through the Supplier CAPA process.

Develop and prioritize an auditing schedule to ensure that designated suppliers are audited on a regular basis to ensure good manufacturing practices (GMP) and quality standards are met.

Evaluate suppliers' internal functions to assess their overall performance and provide feedback in assessment of their operation.

Provide Pre-Market Quality Engineering support to New Product Development (NPD) working in partnership with the Component Engineering, Post-Market Supplier Quality, and Distribution Teams, to deliver quality parts, materials, and services, prevent defects, and allow MiniMed to provide customers with the highest quality and reliable products.

Collaborate with Distribution in the selection of new Distributors and 3PLs.

Define Receiving Inspection requirements as required and associated test method validation.

Requirements:

Requires Engineering Bachelor Degree.

Requires a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.

Nice to Have:

Experience working with Distribution Centers and 3PL's Suppliers.

ISO 13485 Lead Auditor Certification.

ASQ CQE, Six Sigma, or any other continuous improvement methodology certification.

Experience in leading projects.

Experience in SAP, Agile, and Trackwise desired.

Location: Remote, CA - Enjoy the flexibility of working from anywhere while being part of a dynamic team dedicated to quality and excellence.

EEO Employer

LanceSoft is a certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. LanceSoft makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.