Senior Supplier Quality Engineer

Integer • Chaska, MN

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About The Position

By living according to a common set of values, we create a culture that unifies, embraces the uniqueness we all bring to the company, and positions Integer for long-term success. At Integer, our values are embedded in everything we do. Customer We focus on our customers’ success Innovation We create better solutions Collaboration We create success together Inclusion We always interact with others respectfully Candor We are open and honest with one another Integrity We do the right things and do things right
Essential duties and responsibilities Improve supplier quality performance for assigned suppliers. Manage supplier audit program and overall supplier approval/rating program through robust qualification processes. Assure supplier compliance to Lake Region Medical QMS and regulatory requirements through supplier monitoring process. Manage the supplier process change process. Develop positive relationships and work closely with Engineering and Supply Chain to manage and implement supplier/engineering changes, New Product Introductions, and transfers. Interface with Suppliers, Engineering, Operations and Supply Chain to drive Quality improvements that minimize the Costs of Quality, specifically Incoming Rejects, Failures, and operational defects. Work with product support teams on component quality issues and supplier initiatives. Work directly with vendors under the control of the Lake Region Medical QMS. This involves travel to supplier sites so this person must be available to travel at short notice. Support implementation of initiatives such as “Supplied Data” and “Dock to Stock”. Assure Corrective and Preventive Action plans are developed and executed at assigned suppliers in compliance with the CAPA process. Develop and support Supplier Quality Engineering program. Review document and procedure changes for quality requirements and compliance with the quality system. Provide quality support for the disposition of material. Support the implementation of continuous improvement initiatives for productive processes. Comply with all work rules including those pertaining to safety, health, and quality. Provide leadership and guidance to QC Technicians who perform receiving inspection activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
• 7-10 years experience in Quality, Supplier Quality, Supply Chain or related process driven field.
• Negotiating, influence and leadership abilities.
• Computer knowledge: MS Excel, MS Word, MS Power Point, Minitab.
• Quality System Audits knowledge.
• Good manufacturing and documentation practices.
• Drawings and blueprints knowledge.
• Strong experience with ISO 13485,QSR, and/or ISO9001 systems
• ASQ certified quality engineer/manager desired
• ASQ or equivalent auditor certification desired
• Must have the ability to interact professionally, with associates at all levels of the organization.
• Keyboarding required for inputting and analyzing data, memorandums and reports.
• Self-started with the ability to facilitate activities with little direction
• Deadline sensitive with a high degree of concentration.
• Attention to details.
• Must be able to work with diverse groups within the company.
• Must be able to think critically about technical matters that may impact upon the fit, form or function of Lake Region’s product.
• High visual and tactile demand.
• Measurement and test equipment knowledge.
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) skills with internal and external customers.
• Presentation skills.
• Ability to work in a matrix organization, strong analytical skills.
• Problem solving and skills.
• Proven leadership, communication, and project management.
• Demonstrated ability to lead team activities.
• Strong ability to coach.
• Advanced problem solving skills.
• Strong communication, presentation, follow-through, and organizational skills.
• Ability to effectively work with coworkers and all levels of the organization

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree strongly preferred.
• Six Sigma Black Belt Certified or Certified Quality Engineer preferred.
• This involves travel to supplier sites so this person must be available to travel at short notice.

Responsibilities

• Improve supplier quality performance for assigned suppliers.
• Manage supplier audit program and overall supplier approval/rating program through robust qualification processes.
• Assure supplier compliance to Lake Region Medical QMS and regulatory requirements through supplier monitoring process.
• Manage the supplier process change process.
• Develop positive relationships and work closely with Engineering and Supply Chain to manage and implement supplier/engineering changes, New Product Introductions, and transfers.
• Interface with Suppliers, Engineering, Operations and Supply Chain to drive Quality improvements that minimize the Costs of Quality, specifically Incoming Rejects, Failures, and operational defects.
• Work with product support teams on component quality issues and supplier initiatives.
• Work directly with vendors under the control of the Lake Region Medical QMS.
• Support implementation of initiatives such as “Supplied Data” and “Dock to Stock”.
• Assure Corrective and Preventive Action plans are developed and executed at assigned suppliers in compliance with the CAPA process.
• Develop and support Supplier Quality Engineering program.
• Review document and procedure changes for quality requirements and compliance with the quality system.
• Provide quality support for the disposition of material.
• Support the implementation of continuous improvement initiatives for productive processes.
• Comply with all work rules including those pertaining to safety, health, and quality.
• Provide leadership and guidance to QC Technicians who perform receiving inspection activities.

Benefits

• Our total rewards program is designed to attract, retain, and motivate associates to contribute to Integer’s success.
• Our compensation program includes base salary and a cash-based incentive program supporting our pay-for-performance philosophy.
• We provide a comprehensive benefits package with immediate eligibility including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, and adoption benefits.
• Parental leave is available after one year.
• Optional employee-paid programs include supplemental life insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity and accident insurance.
• Employees are immediately eligible to participate in the 401(k) plan with company matching contributions.
• We provide 80 hours (10 days) of company designated holidays per year plus an annual allotment of paid time off.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level