Supplier Quality Lead Engineer

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Company Profile

Danaher is a leading global innovator in life sciences and diagnostics, committed to accelerating the power of science and technology to improve human health.

Job Profile

The company (Cytiva) is searching for a Supplier Quality Lead Engineer who will manage key suppliers within our Upstream and Fluid Management business and other Hardware-related areas.

Education Level

• Not mentioned, yet a High School Diploma will be a plus

Work Experience

• Experience in supplier quality engineering, quality assurance, quality engineering, manufacturing, or engineering; preferably in the biotech or pharmaceutical industries
• Qualified auditor experience preferably in both on-site and remote/virtual environments
• Demonstrated knowledge of Quality Management System tools, continuous improvement methodologies, and site-level products/processes; Six Sigma or Lean experience preferred

Duties/Responsibilities

• Build and implement a Supplier Audit Plan and undertake supplier technical reviews when appropriate.
• Collaborate with Suppliers and internal Stakeholders to drive Quality improvements that minimize the Costs of Quality and support implementation of Supplier/Engineering Changes, New Product Introductions, and Transfers.
• Develop and execute Corrective and Preventive Action plans with suppliers to resolve non-conformance issues. Ensure supplier compliance with QMS and regulatory requirements through the supplier monitoring process.
• Primary areas of focus will be supplier qualification, part/process qualification, supplier auditing, issue resolution, and improving supplier quality performance through continuous improvement activities and quality plan implementation.
• You’ll be collaborating with Engineering, Project Management, Business Development, and Sourcing teams on all activities required to effectively manage supplier quality requirements, supplier onboarding, and supplier development.

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

• Effective problem solver with the skills to lead Root Cause investigations/CAPA plans and the ability to influence others cross-functionally with excellent communication at all levels of the organization
• Knowledge of quality critical aspects in industrial process control and how to verify and validate them through process qualification.
• Expertise in welding and stainless-steel fabrication is a plus.

Benefits/Perks

• The company offers a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k) to eligible employees.

Employer’s Statement

Danaher Corporation and its Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. They consider all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law.