The Production Quality Engineer drives product quality improvement activities, using statistics and data analysis techniques to improve processes.
The role leads change management to the manufacturing process, analysis of defects for determining dispositions of non-conformances. The role supports with investigations, handles non-conformance events, follows processes and operational policies in implementation of effective Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA) actions, and possesses a working knowledge of generic processes and Quality Engineering techniques. He works with production, manufacturing engineering and suppliers in the areas of process control, quality control and assurance, data collection, failure analysis, corrective actions, reporting for early detection and correction and continuous improvement.
Job Responsibilities:
• Conducts assessment of impact to Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA) and associated controls in relation to design changes and assists in Manufacturing Process Development and Design Transfer activities.
• Leads analysis of defects for determining dispositions of non-conformances, drives management of Non-Conformances (NC) and Quality Notifications (QN) and facilitates implementation of effective Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA) actions.
• Handles nonconformance events and investigations in the factory and guides material review board activities for non-conformance disposition management.
• Facilitates timely quality engineering and quality assurance tasks, ensures manufacturing quality systems are maintained, handles process improvement activities, and helps in completion of New Product Introduction (NPI) and product transfers in factory.
• Possesses working knowledge of generic products/services and Quality Engineering and Continuous Improvement techniques, follows processes and operational policies in selecting methods for obtaining solutions, and frequently interacts with supervisors and functional peer groups to gain cooperation of others.
• Cultivates effective relationships, demonstrating full understanding of area of specialization, demonstrates good working relationships with suppliers, and previous experience of participation in several New Product Introductions (NPIs).
Utilizes advanced statistical analysis methods to interpret complex data trends, resolve a wide range of moderate complexity requests, and provide strategic insights for continuous enhancement of quality standards and process efficiency.
• Discusses detailed, strategic quality metrics and reports with stakeholders, highlighting significant achievements, emerging trends, and actionable insights to drive advanced improvement initiatives and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Delivers specialized advanced training programs on cutting-edge quality standards, advanced methodologies, and best practices, fostering alignment across functions and advancing excellence in operational practices at an expert proficiency level.
• Support equipment and facility qualification for the manufacturing line, for new and existing tools and fixtures, including EQ, IQ and investigation for non-compliance tools.
Minimum required Education:
Practical engineer/Bachelor's / master's degree in industrial engineering, Bio-Medical Engineering, Science or equivalent.
Minimum required Experience:
Minimum 3 years of experience with Bachelor's in areas such as Quality Engineering, Safety Engineering, Process Engineering or equivalent from medical or pharmaceutical company.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's, Master's or Practical engineering degree in Industrial Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Science, or equivalent
- Minimum 3 years experience in Quality Engineering, Safety Engineering, Process Engineering or equivalent in a medical or pharmaceutical company
- Working knowledge of PFMEA and associated process controls
- Experience managing Non-Conformances (NC), Quality Notifications (QN), CAPA and material review board (MRB) activities
- Experience conducting investigations, failure analysis and dispositioning non-conforming material
- Proven experience with New Product Introduction (NPI) and product transfers to manufacturing
- Ability to apply advanced statistical analysis and data analysis techniques for process and quality improvement
- Working knowledge of Quality Engineering and Continuous Improvement techniques and operational policies
- Experience supporting equipment and facility qualification activities (EQ, IQ) and investigating non-compliant tools
- Demonstrated ability to work with production, manufacturing engineering and suppliers and to lead change management in manufacturing processes
- Onsite presence in company facilities; office-based teams expected in-person at least 3 days per week
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Retirement Support — Retirement support is positioned as a standout, including a strong 401(k) match (often described at 7%) alongside pensions in some contexts.
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