Bring your talents to an industry leader in medical technology and healthcare solutions – we're a market leader and growing every day. You can be proud to part of technologies that are rooted in our long history of mission-driven innovation. You will be empowered to shape your own career. We support your growth with the training, mentorship, and guidance you need to own your future success. Together, we can transform healthcare.Join us for a career that changes lives.Careers That Change LivesA career at Medtronic is like no other. We're purposeful. We're committed. And we're driven by our Mission to alleviate pain, restore health and extend life for millions of people worldwide. In this exciting role as a Senior Quality Engineeryou will have responsibility to provide support for product development programs for new medical device products for the Stapling platform. As an important member of our Quality Team, you will provide guidance and implement strategies that drive component quality, product quality and continuous improvement.A Day in the LifeResponsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned.You will establish and successfully execute supplier management plans which will align to overall business objectives.Contribute to new product development through supplier selection, supplier qualification and establishing supplier controls.Develop and ensure proper execution of the Supplier Quality Strategy.Oversee the supplier non-conformance investigation, corrective action effectiveness and timeliness.Partner with Supply Chain to integrate strategies and ensure coordination and alignment across segmentation.Evaluates suppliers' internal functions to assess their overall performance and provides feedback in assessment of their operation.Monitors parts from acquisition through the manufacturing cycle and communicates unresolved supplier-related problems effectively in a timely manner.Participate in supplier performance review meetings and supplier training.Ensures that suppliers deliver quality parts, materials, and services.Qualifies suppliers according to company standardsDrive the qualification of new product supplied material and ensure purchased products and components are manufactured and qualified in accordance with applicable industry standards, regulatory requirements, and customer requirements.Collaborates with cross-functional engineers to develop and deliver the Product Acceptance Sampling Strategy, Approved Supplier List coordination, Supplier Owned Quality deployment, and Control Plans for new products.Define Receiving Inspection requirements as required and associated test method validation for all internal Medtronic Test Methods.Participate in internal and external supplier auditsEnsure documentation is completed per quality system procedures for supplier process development/validation and product qualification.Partners with R&D, Design Quality and Manufacturing Engineering to assist in developing test methods, equipment acquisition for new product testing, validations/qualifications, statistical analysis of data for significance, and other documented requirements for quality objectives.Must Have: Minimum RequirementsBachelors degree requiredMinimum of 4 years of relevant experience, or advanced degree with a minimum of 2 years relevant experienceNice to HaveMaster's degree in EngineeringLead auditor certificationProven ability to manage multiple priorities, drive projects to completion and meet internal customer expectationsStrong written and oral communication and presentation skillsWorking knowledge of statistical data analysisMay have broad knowledge of project management.Experience and working knowledge of FDA regulations/ISO standards for medical devicesStrong interpersonal, organizational and project management skillsDemonstrated skills in decision makingDemonstrated ability in coaching/developing team membersStrong interpersonal communication and influence skillAbility to work in a team-based environmentComputer skills in MS Office and ERP systems desirableA commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create.? We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage. Learn more about our benefitshere. This position is eligible for a short-term incentive plan.? Learn more about Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP) on page 6 here.The provided base salary range is used nationally (except in certain CA locations).?The rate offered is compliant with federal/local regulations and may vary by experience,?certification/education, market conditions, location, etc.About MedtronicTogether, we can change healthcare worldwide. At Medtronic, we push the limits of what technology, therapies and services can do to help alleviate pain, restore health and extend life. We challenge ourselves and each other to make tomorrow better than yesterday. It is what makes this an exciting and rewarding place to be.We want to accelerate and advance our ability to create meaningful innovations - but we will only succeed with the right people on our team. Let's work together to address universal healthcare needs and improve patients' lives. Help us shape the future.Physical Job RequirementsThe physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager, recruiter or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role. (ADA-United States of America)
