Insulet Corporation · 5 hours ago
Sr. Supplier Quality Engineer, Metals (Onsite - Acton, MA)
Acton, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$87K/yr - $131K/yr
5+ years expInsulet Corporation is committed to transforming the lives of people with diabetes through its innovative products. The Sr. Supplier Quality Engineer is responsible for ensuring supplier governance and quality systems, leading engagements with various departments, and driving supplier performance and accountability.
Health CareMedicalMedical Device
Responsibilities
Responsible for supplier quality engineering (SQE) deliverables to support Metals category sourcing strategies and continuity of production
Solid knowledge or expertise of electronics manufacturing processes and in problem solving related to manufacturing processes of stamped metals, spring-coiling, and other metal-forming processes
Develop, implement, and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and other metrics
Develop and deploy dashboards and other visualizations required to support metrics
Develop risk management strategies to mitigate product and compliance risks
Lead SQE efforts in sustaining projects to accomplish primary objectives, including cost reduction, capacity increase, dual sourcing, and risk mitigation
Engage partnerships with suppliers (including sub-tiers) and supply chain management (SCM) to drive superior supplier performance and accountability
Experience in supplier selection, supplier production part approval process (PPAP), DOE, process capability analysis, G R&R, control plan, SPC, and inspection procedure development
Experience in supplier performance monitoring and improvement
Lead root cause analysis of supplier-related non-conforming product issues to address and resolve quality concerns via Supplier Corrective Action Report (SCAR). Drive corrective action and supplier improvement activities that directly impact performance for assigned suppliers
Coordinate review, technical assessment, and documentation for supplier change requests
Lead routine, for-cause, and sub-tier supplier audits of suppliers on Insulet’s ASL
Support and participate in both internal and external audits
Ability to set goals with a proactive approach to complete assignments in a timely, effective, and high-quality manner
Ability to work in a team-oriented and fast-paced environment
Ability to be self-sufficient in completing projects or tasks
Excellent communicator for complex problems, execution plan, progress report out, and escalation to supplier quality leadership and all levels in the organization
Qualification
Required
Responsible for supplier quality engineering (SQE) deliverables to support Metals category sourcing strategies and continuity of production
Solid knowledge or expertise of electronics manufacturing processes and in problem solving related to manufacturing processes of stamped metals, spring-coiling, and other metal-forming processes
Develop, implement, and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and other metrics
Develop and deploy dashboards and other visualizations required to support metrics
Develop risk management strategies to mitigate product and compliance risks
Lead SQE efforts in sustaining projects to accomplish primary objectives, including cost reduction, capacity increase, dual sourcing, and risk mitigation
Engage partnerships with suppliers (including sub-tiers) and supply chain management (SCM) to drive superior supplier performance and accountability
Experience in supplier selection, supplier production part approval process (PPAP), DOE, process capability analysis, G R&R, control plan, SPC, and inspection procedure development
Experience in supplier performance monitoring and improvement
Lead root cause analysis of supplier-related non-conforming product issues to address and resolve quality concerns via Supplier Corrective Action Report (SCAR). Drive corrective action and supplier improvement activities that directly impact performance for assigned suppliers
Coordinate review, technical assessment, and documentation for supplier change requests
Lead routine, for-cause, and sub-tier supplier audits of suppliers on Insulet's ASL
Support and participate in both internal and external audits
Ability to set goals with a proactive approach to complete assignments in a timely, effective, and high-quality manner
Ability to work in a team-oriented and fast-paced environment
Ability to be self-sufficient in completing projects or tasks
Excellent communicator for complex problems, execution plan, progress report out, and escalation to supplier quality leadership and all levels in the organization
Demonstrates agility and responsiveness to evolving quality challenges
Effectively influences internal cross-functional teams and external suppliers to drive resolution and improvements
Demonstrates a strong customer-centric mindset. Builds and maintains strong cross-functional partnerships across Engineering, Operations, and Account Management
Excellent analytical capabilities and problem-solving skills. Able to formulate and propose solutions to complex problems
Communicates clearly, concisely, and persuasively across all organizational levels
Possess exceptional skill in handling competing priorities and requirements, especially with external entities. Adept at driving consensus and action, culminating in clear communication
Ability to work in a team-oriented, high energy, and fast-paced environment
Strong understanding of QMS systems, complaint handling, and regulatory framework (21 CFR Part 820, Part 11 and IPC-A-610 standard)
Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
Professional handling of confidential and sensitive information
Proficiency in analyzing quality data and generating actionable insights through dashboards or reports
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, materials science or in a related field or equivalent
Minimum 5 years of progressive work experience in medical device supplier quality, quality, manufacturing, or engineering
Experience working with metals manufacturing or materials processing is a strong plus
Preferred
Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) preferred
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off (PTO)
And additional employee wellness programs
Company
Insulet Corporation
Insulet Corporation (NASDAQ: PODD), headquartered in Massachusetts, is an innovative medical device company dedicated to simplifying life for people with diabetes and other conditions through its Omnipod product platform.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$629.5MKey Investors
DeerfieldOrbiMedAlta Partners
2025-03-18Post Ipo Debt· $450M
2009-03-16Post Ipo Debt· $60M
2007-05-15IPO
Leadership Team
Ashley McEvoy
President & Chief Executive Officer
Ana Maria Chadwick
Chief Financial Officer
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