Senior Supplier Quality Engineer, Med Devices | NPI & Audits

Teleflex; Leinster; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Teleflex is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer III (SQE III) to lead supplier quality activities and drive high-quality materials, components, and services across programs. You will partner with cross-functional teams to assess risks, resolve complex quality issues, and support new product introductions and supplier changes.

The role requires 5–10 years in a regulated industry (medical devices preferred), strong problem-solving, data-driven decision-making, and expertise in audits and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, or related technical discipline preferred.
• 5–10 years of experience in a regulated industry, preferably medical devices.
• Knowledge of 21 CFR 820, ISO 13485, ISO 9001 with emphasis on supplier controls.
• Problem-solving and root cause analysis methodologies.
• Statistical techniques for quality and process improvement.
• Experience in supplier or quality auditing (third-party certification preferred).
• Professional certification (e.g., ASQ CQE) or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drive supplier quality performance across commodities, PFGs, and critical services.
• Lead supplier qualification and approval activities for new and existing suppliers.
• Advance supplier capability through targeted development initiatives.
• Lead resolution of supplier quality issues, including SCARs and root-cause reviews.
• Support new product introductions, design transfers, and supplier changes.
• Drive continuous improvement by analyzing supplier data and trends.
• Oversee supplier-related quality activities including audits and reviews.
• Lead cross-functional supplier quality initiatives within teams.
• Support integration of acquired suppliers into Teleflex quality system.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies.

Skills

Problem solving

Root cause analysis

Data-driven decisions

Analytical thinking

Communication

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or science

ASQ CQE or similar certification

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

SharePoint

Minitab

Job description

Teleflex is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer III (SQE III) to lead supplier quality activities and drive high-quality materials, components, and services across programs. You will partner with cross-functional teams to assess risks, resolve complex quality issues, and support new product introductions and supplier changes.

The role requires 5–10 years in a regulated industry (medical devices preferred), strong problem-solving, data-driven decision-making, and expertise in audits and