Senior Supplier Quality Engineer I

INTEGRA LIFESCIENCES CORP; Plainsboro Township (NJ); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Integra LifeSciences Corp is seeking a Sr. Supplier Quality Engineer I for our Plainsboro, NJ site. The role focuses on building a robust supplier quality system, leading audits, CAPA, SCAR resolution, and continuous improvement across supplier networks.

You will work within a regulated environment, coordinating with multiple departments and suppliers to ensure quality, compliance, and efficient manufacturing processes at the new state-of-the-art facility in Plainsboro.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree with relevant supplier quality experience or equivalent education.
• Lead auditor certification and/or CQA/CQE is highly desired.
• Minimum 5 years of supplier quality experience and/or supplier auditing in regulated environments.
• Experience in FDA controlled environments and knowledge of cGMP/cGMP processes.

Responsibilities

• Support Supplier Quality at Integra Plainsboro through audits and supplier projects.
• Coordinate periodic quality reviews with key suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Resolve supplier quality issues by issuing and monitoring SCARs.
• Drive continuous improvement using defined metrics and data analyses.
• Lead CAPA investigations and develop robust corrective action plans.
• Support integration of acquired businesses.
• Ensure compliance with FDA, ISO 13485, CMDR, MDR, JPAL and 21 CFR Part 11; collaborate across departments.
• Communicate company goals and policies to teams to achieve quality and profitability.

Skills

Auditing

Regulatory compliance

Data analysis

Collaboration

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master's degree in related field

Tools

eQMS software

Job description

Changing lives. Building Careers. Joining us is a chance to do important work that creates change and shapes the future of healthcare. Thinking differently is what we do best. To us, change equals opportunity. Every day, our colleagues are challenging what’s possible and making headway to innovate new treatment pathways to advance patient outcomes and set new standards of care.

SUMMARY

The Sr. Supplier Quality Engineer I will play a vital role supporting Supplier Quality for Integra's new state-of-the-art manufacturing site in Plainsboro, NJ. This individual will have proven success in managing Supplier Quality system while supporting and leading strategic initiatives to build a robust supplier quality system for the organization. The ideal candidate should demonstrate proficient experience with quality management concepts including but not limited to supplier quality audits, eQMS, risk assessment, process qualification, process controls, root cause investigations, CAPA, and continuous improvement.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide support to the Integra Plainsboro facility leading critical Supplier Quality related projects and issues which will require supplier visits and audits.
• Coordinate and facilitate periodic quality reviews and support business reviews with key suppliers.
• Work with suppliers to resolve quality related issues by issuing and monitoring SCARs.
• Drive continuous improvement in with supplier based on the established criteria and metrics.
• Participate in quarterly Quality Management Reviews.
• Collect and analyze performance data against defined parameters.
• Lead the identification and resolution of quality issues and complaints, including facilitation of investigation process and development of robust CAPA plans.
• Support the integration of newly acquired businesses.
• Implement and sustain continuous improvement practices and culture throughout the organization.
• Provides strategic direction and communication of the company’s goals, directives, and policies to subordinates, creating a clear vision and positive, team-oriented environment resulting in the achievement of the company’s goals and increased profitability.
• Direct the activities of the GSQ department to ensure compliance with all appropriate regulations and standards, including FDA, ISO 13485, CMDR, MDR, JPAL and 21 CFR Part 11.
• Interact and coordinate activities with other departments, external vendors, and customers.
• Influences and collaborates across stakeholder groups in the areas of process / continuous improvements, identify and implement opportunities.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of supplier quality experience OR Master's degree with 3+ years of supplier quality experience OR equivalent education and years of experience.
• Lead auditor certification and/or CQA/CQE is highly desired.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in supplier auditing.
• Experience in FDA controlled environment.
• Strong collaboration skills and experience working in a matrix environment.
• Ability to read and understand technical and statistical documents.
• Travel up to 50%.
• ISO 13485 Certified Auditor preferred.
• Experience using eQMS software solutions preferred.Knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and other applicable standards.
• Experience using analytical tools to drive data-based decision making.

Salary Pay Range

Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Individual pay is determined by several factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for bonus, commission, equity or other variable compensation.

Additional Description for Pay Transparency

Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees and/or eligible dependents are eligible to participate in the following Company sponsored employee benefit programs: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, business accident insurance, and group legal insurance, and savings plan (401(k)).

Subject to the terms of their respective policies and date of hire, Employees are eligible for the following Total Rewards | Integra LifeSciences Integra LifeSciences is an equal opportunity employer, and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees regardless of race, marital status, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, or protected veteran status. This site is governed solely by applicable U.S. laws and governmental regulations. If you'd like more information on your rights under the law, please see the following notices: EEO Is the Law | EOE including Disability/Protected Veterans Integra LifeSciences is committed to provide qualified applicants and employees who are disabled veterans or individuals with disabilities with needed reasonable accommodations in accordance with the ADA.

If you have difficulty using our online system due to a disability and need an accommodation, please email us at [e-mail].

Employer Branding

Whatever your specialty, you’ll find an ideal setting for building a rewarding career. Along the way, you’ll have the satisfaction of knowing your work matters, that it’s making patients’ lives better, making a positive and lasting difference. You’ll find that the pace is exhilarating – because the need is so urgent. You’ll be challenged – and supported – by the most dynamic and inspiring people in your profession. And you’ll grow a career that is more impactful and fulfilling then you thought possible. More than 4,200 Integra employees already know we’re a great place to build a career. Here’s your chance to discover that for yourself.