Senior Supplier Quality Engineer

United Pharma Technologies Inc; Olive Branch (MS); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical device company is seeking a Senior Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) to enhance supplier quality systems and ensure compliance with FDA and ISO standards. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience in supplier quality within the medical device industry and a strong validation background. This contract position offers an opportunity to lead quality strategy and mentor others in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of supplier quality experience in the medical device industry.
• Strong background in validation methods.
• Experience with PPAP, supplier transfers, and change control.
• Experience with PPAP, supplier transfers, and change control.
• Knowledge of FDA regulations & ISO 13485.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and technical writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead supplier quality strategy and QMS activities.
• Support and validate supplier transfers and measurement systems.
• Mentor peers on process validation activities.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to streamline operations and eliminate redundancies.
• Provide on-site oversight during manufacturing transfers and supplier transitions.
• Mentor and coach peers on process validation activities.
• Manage supplier remediation (SCARs, CAPAs, nonconformances) and maintain the Approved Supplier List (ASL).
• Participate in supplier audits and performance reviews.

Skills

Supplier quality

Validation (process, equipment, measurement systems)

FDA regulations

ISO 13485

Problem-solving

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

Senior Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) - Medical Devices

Our client, a global leader in medical devices, is looking for a Senior Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) to strengthen supplier quality systems, lead validation activities, and drive continuous improvement. This role is ideal for an experienced quality professional who thrives in a dynamic, hands-on environment and enjoys mentoring others while ensuring compliance with FDA and ISO standards.

What You’ll Do

• Lead supplier quality strategy, process improvements, and QMS activities.
• Support and validate supplier transfers, equipment, and measurement systems.
• Drive PPAP, supplier qualification, and change control processes.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to streamline operations and eliminate redundancies.
• Provide on-site oversight during manufacturing transfers and supplier transitions.
• Mentor and coach peers on process validation activities.
• Manage supplier remediation (SCARs, CAPAs, nonconformances) and maintain the Approved Supplier List (ASL).
• Participate in supplier audits and performance reviews.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field.
• 8+ years of supplier quality experience in the medical device industry.
• Strong background in validation (process, equipment, measurement systems).
• Experience with PPAP, supplier transfers, and change control.
• Working knowledge of FDA regulations & ISO 13485.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and technical writing skills.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Medical Equipment Manufacturing