Supplier Quality Engineer-Hybrid

CREGG; Galway; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

CREGG is looking for an experienced Supplier Engineer to join a leading medical device manufacturer in Galway. This role requires technical leadership in resolving supply chain non-conformances and supporting business continuity.

The ideal candidate will have a Level 8 qualification in Engineering or Science and at least 2 years of experience in Supplier Engineering or Quality roles. Additional responsibilities include supplier management and continuous improvement of quality systems.

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ experience in a Supplier Engineering, Materials, Quality, or Engineering Project Management Role.
• Supply Chain Project Management Experience.
• Ideally experience of working in a regulated environment.

Responsibilities

• Technical Team Member for all aspects of Supplier Management.
• Support objectives in Quality, Cost, and Service.
• Liaise with suppliers on materials and consumables.
• Conduct supplier selection and auditing.
• Support Continuous Improvement in Quality & Quality Systems.

Skills

Technical skills in Commodity Management

Problem-solving skills

Teamwork & collaboration

Strong communication

Education

Level 8 qualification in a relevant Engineering or Science discipline

Job description

CREGG seek an experienced Supplier Engineer to join Galway’s world leading medical device manufacturer. The Senior Supplier Engineer will be responsible for the technical leadership and resolution of non-conformances in the supply chain in support of business continuity and the transfer and integration of New Products and Materials into manufacturing sites and achieving year-on-year material cost reduction targets.
Call Rachel on 0860127415 or email [e-mail] to discuss.

Key Responsibilities

• Technical Team Member on teams comprising representatives from Purchasing, Supplier Quality and Business Units responsible for all aspects of Supplier Management.
• Demonstrates Technical skills in Commodity Management.
• Responsible for supporting objectives of the Team in terms of Quality, Cost and Service.
• Liaising with suppliers/vendors on materials and consumables.
• Supplier selection and auditing.
• Supports Continuous Improvement of Quality & Quality Systems, Service Capability and Total Cost of Ownership throughout the Supply Chain.
• Supports investigation of Material Quality issues as they arise. Works with Quality, Procurement & Business Units to resolve issues and disposition product.
• Promotes the Quality System within the Supply Base.
• Works with Procurement, Supplier Quality Engineering, Receiving Inspection & Business Units to ensure that components meet established requirements.
• Ensures that adequate Corrective Actions are identified, implemented and controlled by Suppliers
• Provides guidance to other functional areas in applying Supplier Management system requirements
• Contributes to the development, maintenance and improvement of Supplier Management Policies and Procedures.
• Communicates effectively with all Internal & External Stakeholders.
• Develops new Supply sources with Procurement Team
• Assesses and Approves Supplier Requested Process Changes
• Identifies, Supports and Leads Material Value Improvement Projects (VIP’s) throughout the Supply Chain.
• Transferring and implementing processes either from development or from another manufacturing facility.
• Project planning, in detail, in support of major project, product/process transfer etc.
• Development and implementation of appropriate supporting documentation, which complies with GMP in conjunction with the other team members.
• Lead resolution of problems that impede project progress.
• Identify and escalate unresolved obstacles to the success of the project.

Experience & Qualifications

• Level 8 qualification in a relevant Engineering or Science discipline.
• 2 + years’ experience in a Supplier Engineering, Materials, Quality,or Engineering Project Management Role
• Supply Chain Project Management Experience
• Strong communicator with excellent problem-solving skills.
• Teamwork & collaboration is a key competency for this role.
• Ideally experience of working in a regulated environment.

Contact

For more details about this role get in touch – Contact Rachel McMahon

[e-mail]

086-0127415