Sr. Supplier Quality Engineer

Trident Consulting is seeking a Sr. Supplier Quality Engineer II for one of our client in Aliso Viejo CA A global leader in business and technology services.

Title: Sr. Supplier Quality Engineer II

Location: Aliso Viejo CA

Duration : Fulltime

Salary : $134600 Bonus

POSITION OVERVIEW:

(An Overview of the Department & Summary of the Role)

As a critical member of the Global Quality organization the Sr. Supplier Quality Engineer II will support the oversight of suppliers/vendors utilized by in the development manufacturing and/or distribution of medical devices and pharmaceutical products. This person has primary responsibility for performing supplier/vendor assessments on-site inspections and monitoring performance of vendors/suppliers in accordance with the Supplier Quality Management program.

This person will lead and drive assurance of Supplier Quality performance to ensure that suppliers meet all identified regulatory and specific requirements impacting component and/or product quality. Initiate support and lead as applicable the supplier quality related initiatives with suppliers to improve product quality and on-time delivery of contracted goods/services.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

(Essential Functions and Associated Tasks for the Role)

• Work with cross functional department to review and approve requests for new suppliers to determine the supplier risk level and supplier qualification requirements.
• Determine classification risk level and qualification requirements for new suppliers.
• Work with suppliers and legal department to create new or redline quality agreements and maintain quality agreements to support all the suppliers quality requirement.
• Maintain Approved Suppliers List (ASL) information in Oracle regarding the part numbers and service types for suppliers.
• Submit and review changes to supplier classification supplier risk level and supplier status.
• Take necessary actions including issuing Supplier Corrective Action Requests) to improve supplier performance.
• Support maintenance of the Supplier Quality Records
• Supplier Assessment schedule development and execution including leading on-site and or on-site supplier audits.
• Update supplier profiles or documentation as needed related to supplier changes.
• Lead supplier performance management by analyzing performing data identifying opportunities for improvement and driving action on suppliers.
• Drive resolution of Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCARs).
• Ensure continuous improvement and optimization of Supplier management procedures and processes.
• Own the elimination of supplier product risk to improve reliability across the product lifecycle. Engage in Quality activities from concept through development and manufacturing to field use with internal teams and suppliers.
• Ensure the execution of product and process requirements with suppliers. Define and improve such requirements.
• Work cross-functionally to ensure quality standards are being met. Facilitate smooth communication between the product team and suppliers.
• Participate in the evaluation and improvement of suppliers. Frequent local car and occasional domestic air travel to visit suppliers (up to 50%)
• Support the continuous improvement of the Quality Management System. Define and improve required documentation and activities.
• Support investigations initiatives and projects as needed at the team or organization level.

WORK EXPERIENCE:

(Provide Experience Knowledge Skills & Abilities Required for the Role)

Experience

• 8 years of relevant working experience Required

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Working understanding of 21CFR 210 211 Annex 1 21 CFR Part 820 ISO 13845 and ISO 14971 requirements Required
• Strong knowledge of regulations applicable to pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturing. Experience in performing Quality System and supplier audits is highly desirable. Required
• ASQ certifications preferred. CQA CBA CQE CSSBB Required
• Strong documentation skills attention to detail and accuracy Required
• Strong written/oral communication skills Required
• Ability to work cooperatively and effectively in a team environment. Required
• Experience in Suppler Management with manufactured products. Required
• Experience with Quality Management Systems (QMS) Root Cause and Corrective Action. Required

EDUCATION:

- Bachelors Degree in Engineer Required

Additional Information :

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Contract