Quality Engineer 1, Product Quality Assurance

NCBioImpact; Morrisville (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Teleflex Incorporated is seeking a Quality Engineer 1 to join our Global Operations team in North Carolina. This role supports the Product Quality Assurance team by analyzing post-market data and investigating potential device quality issues for commercialized devices.

You will work cross-functionally with Manufacturing, R&D, Regulatory and other groups to document issues, track metrics, and prepare technical reports.

Qualifications

• BS Degree in Engineering (or related technical field).
• 0-2 years related medical device experience.

Responsibilities

• Create, investigate and manage nonconformances and associated ship holds.
• Investigate, compile and report information for field actions and product removals.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, R&D, Suppliers, QA, Marketing, Design Assurance, Regulatory.
• Analyze product quality metrics for leadership presentations.
• Apply basic statistics to identify trends from bench and field data.
• Provide clear technical reports and assist external communications as needed.
• Assist during regulatory inspections and audits.
• Use SAP, Agile and other systems for data entry and records.
• Escalate quality issues to QA Manager and other stakeholders.
• Adhere to Teleflex Code of Ethics and policies.

Skills

Statistical software

Excel

Word processing

PowerPoint

Communication

Education

BS in Engineering

Tools

SAP

Agile

Job description

Expected Travel: Up to 25%

About Teleflex Incorporated

As a global provider of medical technologies, Teleflex is driven by our purpose to improve the health and quality of people’s lives. Through our vision to become the most trusted partner in healthcare, we offer a diverse portfolio with solutions in the therapy areas of anesthesia, emergency medicine, interventional cardiology and radiology, surgical, vascular access, and urology. We believe that the potential of great people, purpose-driven innovation, and world-class products can shape the future direction of healthcare.
Teleflex is the home of Arrow™, Barrigel™, Deknatel™, LMA™, Pilling™, QuikClot™, Rüsch™, UroLift™ and Weck™ – trusted brands united by a common sense of purpose.
At Teleflex, we are empowering the future of healthcare. For more information, please visit teleflex.com.

Global Operations - Global Operations is a complex and diverse organization within the company which is responsible for product fulfilment to all our customers from end to end. We pride ourselves on being totally Customer Centric in our unrelenting focus on Improving Quality, Service and Value as perceived by our customers. Our employees are dedicated to the Global Operations Enterprise Excellence journey. Join a dynamic, growing team that offers healthcare providers an array of medical technology solutions that make a difference in patients’ lives.

Position Summary

Teleflex is seeking a Quality Engineer 1 to join our team! This role supports the Product Quality Assurance team analyzing post-market data and potential product quality issues for commercialized devices. Accountable for a broad range of technical assignments in the Quality Assurance area under general supervision and working with cross-functional investigation teams. Understands the fundamentals of root cause investigation, risk management, and medical device Quality Management Systems per 21 CFR 820, ISO 13485 and 14971.

Principal Responsibilities

• Create, investigate and/or manage nonconformances, as well as associated ship holds and product disposition.
• Investigate, compile and report on information necessary for executive management to assess if field actions/corrections and removals associated with Teleflex products is warranted.
• Work closely with Manufacturing sites, R&D, Suppliers, Supplier Quality, Marketing, Design Assurance, and Regulatory to investigate and document quality issues.
• Assist with compilation and analysis of product quality metrics for presentation to Global and business unit leadership.
• Utilize basic statistical techniques to identify rates, changes in trends or estimated occurrences based on bench and field data.
• Utilize sound technical writing to provide clear and concise written internal reports and support external communications as needed to respond to Product Quality issues.
• Assist during regulatory inspections and/or audits as required.
• Utilize SAP, Agile and other systems as warranted for data input and quality record maintenance.
• Communicate and elevate Quality issues appropriately to QA Manager and address other items as assigned by Manager.
• Adhere to and ensure compliance with the Teleflex Code of Ethics, all company policies, rules, and procedures.

Education / Experience Requirements

• BS Degree in Engineering (or related technical field).
• 0-2 years related (medical device preferred) experience.

Specialized Skills / Other Requirements

• Computer literate (i.e., statistical software and analysis, excel, word processing for report generation, PowerPoint presentations, etc.).
• Positive attitude and ability to operate and communicate effectively with multiple teams & leadership.
• Ability to reason, support and prioritize projects, adapt to shifting priorities, effectively solve problems / conflicts, and proactively effect change.

INDIVIDUAL CONTRIBUTORS: Core competencies of all roles

• Commitment to Goals -A strong commitment to achieving goals is essential for personal and team success. It requires taking ownership of tasks, staying focused on priorities, and consistently delivering high-quality work. Being proactive, managing time effectively, and seeking support when needed are critical to meeting deadlines and overcoming challenges. By aligning personal efforts with team and organizational objectives, individual contributors play a vital role in driving results and advancing shared goals.
• Continuous Improvement - Continuous improvement means actively seeking ways to enhance your work, skills, and contributions. It's critical to stay curious, embrace feedback, and look for opportunities to streamline processes or solve problems more effectively. Individual contributors should take initiative to learn from experiences, adapt to change, and apply new knowledge to drive better outcomes. By consistently striving to improve, they add value to their team and support the organization’s growth and success.
• Culture and Values - Living our culture and values is essential to fostering a positive, collaborative work environment. Individual contributors demonstrate this by treating others with respect, acting with integrity, and contributing to an inclusive and supportive team culture. It's critical to hold oneself accountable, align actions with shared values, and support the broader mission of the organization. By consistently modeling these behaviors, individual contributors help strengthen the workplace culture and positively influence those around them.

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At Teleflex, we follow a comprehensive hiring process. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from agency recruiters or 3rd party firms. We do not make unsolicited job offers. We do not ask for money or require equipment purchase up-front.

Teleflex Incorporated is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status. If you require accommodation to apply for a position, please contact us at: 877-880-8588 or [e-mail].

Teleflex, the Teleflex logo, Arrow™, Barrigel™, Deknatel™, LMA™, Pilling™, QuikClot™, Rüsch™, UroLift™ and Weck™ are trademarks or registered trademarks of Teleflex Incorporated or its affiliates, in the U.S. and/or other countries.
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