Quality Engineer

Owens & Minor; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in healthcare is seeking a Quality Engineer to provide tactical support within their North America DC Network. This role involves overseeing quality assurance processes, managing non-conforming products, and supporting new product launches. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science and experience in quality engineering, particularly in a medical device manufacturing environment. Join a team dedicated to advancing healthcare and improving business practices.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) eligibility after one year

Employee stock purchase plan

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Up to three years of quality engineering experience preferred.
• CQA, CQBA, CQE, CQM/OE certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide QA oversight for reboxing, kit packing, and product returns.
• Conduct random cycle counts of non-conforming products.
• Support new product launches and continuous improvement.

Skills

Quality Engineering

Basic Statistics

Minitab

Communication

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Science

Tools

Electronic Quality Software

Job description

Overview

At Owens & Minor, we are a vital part of the healthcare process. As a Fortune 500 company with over 350 facilities across the US and 22,000 teammates in more than 90 countries, we provide integrated technologies, products, and services across the full continuum of care. Our mission is to empower our customers to advance healthcare, starting with our teammates.

Our teammate benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, available from the first working day
• 401(k) plan, eligibility after one year of service
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tuition reimbursement

* This role requires being on site at least 2 days per week

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Position Summary

This position provides tactical support for activities related to existing products within the North America DC Network. Responsibilities include overseeing QA activities, managing re-pack/re-box operations, conducting investigations for quality issues, maintaining accountability for non-conforming products, and driving continuous improvement in the DCs.

Responsibilities

1. Support all elements of the corporate Human Resources Development and Diversity policy as appropriate.
2. Manage personal conduct according to Leadership Qualities.
3. Support solving technical problems related to quality issues and technologies.
4. Assist in developing and implementing new quality concepts, tools, and strategies.
5. Maintain control of non-conforming products and conduct cycle counts for accountability.
6. Support new product launches.
7. Drive continuous improvement through audits and analysis.
8. Provide QA oversight for reboxing, kit packing, and product returns.
9. Participate in corrective and preventive actions.
10. Oversee protocol execution and meet training requirements.
11. Contribute to department reputation by taking ownership and exploring value-added opportunities.
12. Assist in developing and maintaining quality metrics.
13. Conduct employee training audits.
14. Collaborate with management across departments.
15. Perform other duties as assigned.

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Science is required. Up to three years of quality engineering experience in manufacturing is preferred. Certifications like CQA, CQE, or CQBA are advantageous. A combination of education and experience will be considered.

Skills

• Basic knowledge of quality engineering and control principles, statistics, and software like Minitab.
• Experience in medical device manufacturing preferred, with knowledge of 21 CFR Part 820 and ISO 13485 beneficial.
• Understanding of relevant federal regulations.
• Proficiency with electronic quality/regulatory software is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and in teams.
• Strong communication and analytical skills.

Additional Requirements

Limited travel up to 15% may be required.

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If this opportunity aligns with your career goals, we encourage you to apply. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Owens & Minor is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, disability, age, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.