Sr. Quality Engineer - Long Beach, CA

Hydrafacial; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

FSAs

HSAs

Accident insurance

Pet insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with employer match

PTO

Paid holidays

Job summary

Hydrafacial is seeking a Senior Quality Engineer to lead supplier quality management and New Product Introduction (NPI) quality engineering, ensuring that every new component, material, and product launch meets clinical and regulatory quality standards.

You will partner with Engineering and Supply Chain to drive quality across the NPD lifecycle, develop sampling strategies, qualify suppliers, and monitor performance to protect providers and patients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, or a technical field.
• 5+ years of supplier and design control quality in the medical device industry.
• Expert knowledge of FDA 21 CFR Part 820 and ISO 13485:2016.
• Prior Lead Auditor or Auditor experience.
• Experience with Process Validations and TMV.
• Strong knowledge of supplier quality management techniques and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide Pre-Market Quality Engineering support to New Product Development (NPD) in partnership with Engineering.
• Provide technical guidance and quality compliance for Supplier Quality throughout the NPD lifecycle.
• Develop and deliver Product Acceptance Sampling Strategies and SQLD coordination.
• Participate in risk management activities across the product lifecycle.
• Qualify suppliers according to company standards; ensure quality parts/materials/services.
• Monitor parts from acquisition through the manufacturing cycle and resolve supplier issues.
• Develop and prioritize an auditing schedule to ensure GMP and quality standards.
• Evaluate suppliers' internal functions to assess performance; provide feedback on QA practices.
• Trend and monitor supplier performance using SCARs and scrap metrics.
• Ensure purchased products are manufactured and qualified per standards and regulatory requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Quality engineering

Supplier quality

Auditing

Regulatory compliance

NPI quality

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, or a technical field

Tools

IQ/OQ/PQ validations

Job description

About Us

Hydrafacial is a global category-creating company focused on bringing innovative products to market and delivering beauty health experiences by reinventing our consumer’s relationship with their skin, their bodies and their self-confidence.

About Us

Hydrafacial is a global category-creating company focused on bringing innovative products to market and delivering beauty health experiences by reinventing our consumer’s relationship with their skin, their bodies and their self-confidence.

Every person here is a key player in our success. We are firm believers in making the little things count each day so the big things will follow. If this sounds like you, come check us out! This is the perfect opportunity to work with some of the best leaders in the industry while you gain the global and strategic experience to add to your professional toolbox.

Job Description

WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS

SkinHealth Systems' product quality begins with the quality of its suppliers and the rigor of its new product introduction process. The Senior Quality Engineer is the senior technical resource responsible for supplier quality management and New Product Introduction (NPI) quality engineering — ensuring that every new component, material, and product launch meets the clinical and regulatory quality standards that protect providers and patients. This role directly influences what gets built, how it is validated, and whether it reaches market at the standard SkinHealth Systems demands.

What You’ll Do

• Provide Pre-Market Quality Engineering support to New Product Development (NPD), working in partnership with Engineering to deliver quality parts, materials, and services that prevent defects and meet the highest reliability standards.


• Provide technical guidance and quality compliance for Supplier Quality engagement throughout the NPD lifecycle — from newly qualified parts through implementing strategies for driving product quality and continuous improvement.


• Collaborate with Engineering and Supply Chain to develop and deliver Product Acceptance Sampling Strategies, Approved Supplier List coordination, Supplier Owned Quality deployment, and Control Plans for new products.


• Participate in risk management activities throughout the product lifecycle from development through manufacturing.


• Qualify suppliers according to company standards; ensure that suppliers deliver quality parts, materials, and services.


• Monitor parts from acquisition through the manufacturing cycle; communicate and resolve supplier-related problems as they arise.


• Develop and prioritize an auditing schedule to ensure designated suppliers are audited regularly against GMP and, quality standards, and contractual agreements.


• Evaluate suppliers' internal functions to assess overall performance; provide feedback on their quality management practices.


• Trend and monitor supplier performance using statistical data including NCMRs, Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCARs), and scrap metrics.


• Ensure purchased products and components are manufactured and qualified in accordance with applicable industry standards, regulatory requirements, and customer requirements.


• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, or a technical field or equivalent work experience.


• 5+ years of experience in supplier and design control quality in the medical device industry.


• Expert knowledge of FDA 21 CFR Part 820 and ISO 13485:2016.


• Prior Lead Auditor or Auditor experience.


• Experience with Process Validations and/or Test Method Validations (IQ, OQ, PQ, and/or TMV).


• Strong knowledge of supplier quality management techniques and best practices.


• Effective verbal and written communication skills with ability to interface with internal stakeholders and suppliers.

Preferred

• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Certified Supplier Quality Professional (CSQP).


• Prior experience with cosmetics, consumables, or pharmaceuticals.


• Experience with statistical process control and sampling methodologies (ANSI/ASQ Z1.4, Z1.9).

Physical Requirements Of The Job

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk for up to 8 hours per day.


• Extended use of a computer, keyboard, and multiple monitors.


• Occasional travel to supplier sites, manufacturing facilities, and company events — approximately 15–25% annually.


• Must be able to lift and carry a laptop and inspection equipment weighing up to 25 lbs. during travel.


• Work Arrangement: Hybrid – This position requires a combination of onsite and remote work in Long Beach, CA.

We mean it when we say you’ll LOVE this role.

Base Pay: $95,000 - $115,000 + Bonus

An employee’s pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, travel requirements, revenue-based metrics, any contractual agreements, and business or organizational needs. The range listed is just one component of Hydrafacial's total rewards package for our employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, long-term incentives based on level, paid time off, and region-specific benefits. Come grow and GLOW with us!

What else can you expect with Hydrafacial?

• Medical insurance


• Dental insurance


• Vision insurance


• FSAs


• HSAs


• Accident insurance


• Pet insurance


• Company-paid life and AD&D insurance


• Company-paid long-term and short-term disability insurance


• 401(k) with employer match


• Paid time off (PTO)


• Paid holidays

Hydrafacial is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, pregnancy or any other protected characteristic as outlined by color, federal, state or local laws.

We are committed to working with and providing accommodation to applicants with physical and mental disabilities.

Hydrafacial does not accept unsolicited assistance or resumes/CVs from third party search firms. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral or CV/resume submitted by a search firm to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement. If we need additional support, we will be sure to reach out directly to one of our preferred providers. Please no phone calls or emails.