Supplier Quality Engineer

Job Description Summary

The Supplier Quality Engineer manages the supplier quality program ensuring that suppliers deliver quality parts, materials, and services. The SQE implements and maintains a comprehensive supplier management system to ensure that incoming materials comply with specifications. The SQE collaborates with suppliers to resolve quality issues and validate/verify supplier changes.

Job Description

We are the makers of possible

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it's no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us-from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year-to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.

We believe that the human element, across our global teams, is what allows us to continually evolve. Join us and discover an environment in which you'll be supported to learn, grow and become your best self. Become a maker of possible with us.

NOTE: This is an on-site position (not remote). Refer to Work Shift section below for details.

The essential functions of this position include but are not limited to:

• Is responsible for incoming raw material inspections, raw material release and maintenance of buy specifications and process documentation.
• Works closely with Production, Material Control, and other departments to ensure all supplier quality and supplier management activities are being met.
• Acts as a resource to work groups and project teams, within the plant and outside the plant relative to quality and regulatory issues.
• Maintains familiarity with manufacturing processes and products to evaluate the cause and effect of incoming material defects.
• Coordinate the disposition of rejected materials with material control and suppliers.
• Maintain supplier relationships and initiate actions to provide required supplier quality performance.
• Conduct supplier audits and coordinates other assessments/surveys.
• May be engaged in evaluating, selecting, validating, and qualifying equipment, tools, technologies, etc. to assure accurate inspection.
• Work will include providing management of suppliers internal to BD as well as external suppliers.
• Supports and/or leads projects using continuous improvement tools and methodologies.
• Maintains and communicates supplier quality metrics.
• Works with engineering teams to define process parameters and criteria to ensure supplier process capability is effective to meet product and process requirements
• Maintains accuracy and completeness of all Supplier Files and the Approved Supplier List (ASL)
• Communicates specification changes to suppliers and coordinates Supplier Change Requests
• Works with Canaan suppliers (Internal and External) to implement Supplier Quality Agreements

Other responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to:

• Supports a variety of audits including FDA, NSAI, MDSAP, customer audits and corporate internal audits.
• Aligns with, and responsible for enforcing, all local, state, federal and BD safety laws, policies/procedures.
• Aligns with all local BD quality policies/procedures/practices through consistent application of sound Quality Assurance principles. Ensures compliance through appropriate communication, training, and education of sound Quality Assurance principles. Responsible for the activities and programs as defined for this position in the Quality Systems Manual - BD Canaan.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
• Observes and reinforces all safety, environmental and quality system standards.
• Controls activities within their scope of control, such that departmental budgets are met. Contribute information as required to establish departmental budgets.
• Be familiar with plant and divisional goals and develop standards of performance that will contribute to the accomplishments of those goals.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

Education

• B.S. or B.A. Degree in Science-related field, Quality Assurance, Engineering, Mathematics/Statistics or equivalent degree.
• Certified Quality Auditor highly desirable.

Experience

• Prior auditing experience, preferred.
• Working knowledge of Validations, IQ, OQ, PQ, and DOE's is desirable.
• Consistent record of supporting and driving continuous improvement activities in a production environment.
• Prior experience with ISO 13485:2016 and or applicable laws, preferred
• Minimum 1 year of supplier quality experience.

Physical RequirementsLevel 2

Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds occasionally, and/or 10 pounds of force frequently, or negligible constantly. Walking or standing to a significant degree or sitting constantly and pushing/pulling controls.

Mental Requirements

Strong verbal, written, analytical, persuasion and interpersonal skills. Working knowledge of computers. Organizational skills required. Ability to accept responsibility and perform duties with little or no direct supervision. Strong understanding in the use/application of statistics.

Equipment Use

Ability to operate personal computer, statistical software, precision measuring equipment and office equipment.

Working Conditions

• The position is subject to inside environmental conditions typically associated with an office environment and plant manufacturing exposure.
• Some travel required: Up to 25% travel may be required.
• Although primarily a first shift position, may require working additional hours as needed to support the business.

Supervision

This position reports directly to the Applicable Quality Manager

At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.

For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company's receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD's Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.

Why Join Us?

A career at BD means being part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and that encourages you to bring your authentic self to work. It's also a place where we help each other be great, we do what's right, we hold each other accountable, and learn and improve every day.

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of health. At BD, you'll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow, and thrive. And find satisfaction in doing your part to make the world a better place.

To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers

Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally-protected characteristics.

Required Skills

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Primary Work Location

USA CT - Canaan

Additional Locations

Work Shift

US BD 1st Shift 8am-430pm (United States of America)