Penumbra, Inc. · 4 months ago
Sr. Supplier Quality Engineer
Alameda, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$119K/yr - $166K/yr
5+ years expPenumbra is a global healthcare company focused on innovative therapies, and they are seeking a Senior Supplier Quality Engineer to ensure a robust and compliant supply chain. The role involves leading supplier quality initiatives, resolving quality issues, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve supplier performance and compliance with regulations.
Medical Device
Responsibilities
Provide technical and quality support for IQC in solving day-to-day quality issues. Identify and lead Supplier or IQC improvements and drive projects
Lead Supplier Second Source Qualifications (SSQs) and Supplier Changes (SCs) to closure, including performing technical assessment. Work with suppliers and internal cross-functional teams to appropriately identify and mitigate risks for SSQs and SCs
Lead or participate in project teams representing Supplier Quality Engineering - coordinating the supplier quality efforts to meet project objectives
Drive closure of Supplier Corrective Actions (SCARs) and support root cause analysis and corrective action implementation with the supplier
Align supplier inspection/testing programs with Penumbra’s methodologies
Investigate supplier-related failures (e.g., IQC NCRs) and drive short and long-term resolution with suppliers and internal teams
Partner with suppliers to continually improve technical processes, reliability, and quality controls to meet Penumbra's quality standards
Lead the qualification and development of new or current suppliers
Design experiments and tests, and apply statistical rationale to analyze, and interpret engineering test data
Lead in the management of the Approved Supplier List
Mentor junior Supplier Quality Engineer(s) in support of Supplier Quality Engineering responsibilities
Lead the development, monitoring, and analysis of supplier performance metrics. Identify trends and risks and independently take appropriate actions
Identify and lead continuous improvement efforts related to supplier quality compliance or QMS
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering or scientific discipline
5+ years of engineering experience, preferably in a medical device environment, an equivalent combination of education and experience, and/or demonstrated performance
Demonstrated experience in Supplier Quality Engineering, Supplier Engineering, Manufacturing or Quality Engineering, R&D, or other related technical roles
Ability to travel up to 10%
In depth knowledge of QSR, ISO and other applicable regulations and standards
Strong project management skills and a proactive drive to plan and execute projects that align with business needs
The ability to lead with humility, a collaborative mindset, and confidence
Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
The ability to present issues, plans, and objectives in a clear, compelling way, both orally and in writing
Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within changing priorities
Preferred
Training and experience in performing supplier audits
ASQ CQE certification
Experience with Electronics and PCBAs
A passion for detailed analysis and problem solving
The desire to be part of a great team and to represent Supplier Quality Engineering on cross-functional technical teams
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
AD&D
Short and long-term disability insurance
401(k) with employer match
An employee stock purchase plan
Paid parental leave
Eleven paid company holidays per year
A minimum of fifteen days of accrued vacation per year, which increases with tenure
Paid sick time in compliance with applicable law(s)
Company
Penumbra, Inc.
Penumbra, Inc., headquartered in Alameda, California, is a global healthcare company focused on innovative therapies.
1001-5000 employees
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CEO
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