Senior Supplier Quality Engineer - Grand Rapids, MI

Senior Supplier Quality Engineer supporting supplier quality management for medical device components and materials at Medtronic's Grand Rapids manufacturing facility. Responsibilities include supplier performance monitoring, quality investigations, onboarding coordination, and continuous improvement initiatives. Requires onsite presence five days per week.

Responsibilities

• Monitor supplier compliance with quality requirements and manage supplier performance metrics
• Lead investigations into supplier quality issues, nonconforming materials, and corrective actions
• Coordinate supplier onboarding activities and Approved Supplier List additions
• Develop product acceptance strategies and supplier control plans with engineering teams
• Apply statistical analysis to supplier performance trends and drive continuous improvement initiatives

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, or technical field with 4+ years relevant experience
• Experience investigating quality issues, nonconforming products, and corrective actions
• Knowledge of quality systems and regulated manufacturing environments
• Data analysis and problem-solving capabilities for quality improvement
• Working knowledge of 21 CFR Part 820, ISO 13485, and statistical quality control methods
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Excel and Project