Senior Supplier Quality Engineer
Company: Disability Solutions
Location: Danvers
Posted on: April 20, 2024
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Job Description:
Abiomed, part of Johnson & Johnson MedTech, is a leading
provider of medical devices that provide circulatory and
respiratory support, with a mission of recovering hearts & saving
lives. Abiomed's "Patients First!" culture drives our skilled
workforce and strong relationships with clinicians. Our innovative
product portfolio and robust pipeline provide us the incredible
opportunity to bring lifesaving technology to more patients around
the world than ever before. Founded in 1981, Abiomed has a proven
track record for growth, integrity and innovation. I Am Abiomed - I
Am Heart Recovery - Patients First! ABIOMED is redefining
team-driven success while reshaping heart recovery. Here, new ideas
are welcomed and encouraged, learning is constant, and our dynamic
setting enables positive people to do profoundly important work.
The Senior Supplier Quality Engineer serves as ABIOMED's primary
technical contact with all US based suppliers, leads all product
development team's supplier initiatives, second source critical
suppliers, and establishes "Quality at the Source" programs with
key partners. This role is a key technical resource for the
company's continued growth, and is a great opportunity for someone
to make a difference at one of the fastest-growing medical
technology companies, focused on recovering hearts and saving
lives. The role is responsible for evaluating, monitoring, and
improving the quality of products and services delivered by
external suppliers. This role involves working closely with
suppliers, cross-functional teams, and internal quality departments
to maintain high standards of product quality, safety, and
regulatory compliance Key Responsibilities: Supplier Assessment:
Assess and qualify new suppliers by evaluating their capabilities,
quality control processes, and compliance with quality standards
and regulatory requirements. Quality Standards: Develop and
maintain supplier quality standards, specifications, and inspection
criteria. Ensure suppliers adhere to these standards. Quality
Audits: Participate in supplier audits activities to monitor their
quality processes, identify non-conformances, and drive corrective
and preventive actions. Supplier Performance: Monitor and report on
supplier performance metrics, such as defect rates, on-time
delivery, and quality improvement initiatives. Root Cause Analysis:
Investigate and analyze quality issues and non-conformances,
working with suppliers to identify root causes and implement
corrective actions. Quality Improvement: Collaborate with suppliers
to implement quality improvement plans, including process changes,
quality control methods, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Regulatory Compliance: Ensure suppliers meet all relevant
regulatory and industry quality standards and requirements,
particularly in regulated industries (e.g., medical devices,
aerospace). Risk Management: Identify and mitigate quality and
supply chain risks associated with supplier activities.
Collaboration: Work closely with internal departments such as
procurement, engineering, manufacturing, and quality assurance to
ensure alignment and effective communication with suppliers.
Documentation: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of supplier
quality activities, audits, and quality agreements. Training:
Provide training and support to suppliers in quality management and
process improvement. Cost Management: Collaborate with suppliers to
identify cost-effective quality improvement solutions and cost
reduction initiatives.
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