Supplier Quality Engineer

Cytiva; Indianapolis (IN); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefit programs

Flexible work arrangements

Paid time off

Job summary

A biotech company in Indianapolis is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to drive supplier quality performance and compliance. The candidate will lead continuous improvement initiatives and manage supplier audits. An ideal applicant will hold a Bachelor's degree in engineering, with at least three years of related experience in quality management in the life sciences sector. This on-site role offers opportunities for flexible work arrangements and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years in quality-related work experience.
• Direct experience in quality and supplier quality management, preferably in life sciences.
• Strong knowledge of supplier qualification and audits.

Responsibilities

• Drive supplier quality performance and compliance.
• Lead corrective and preventive continuous improvement activities.
• Manage supplier qualification, audits, and quality governance.

Skills

Quality management

Supplier qualification

Continuous improvement

Problem-solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or technical field

Job description

Bring more to life. Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology?

At Cytiva, one of Danaher’s 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives—and we’re all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact. You’ll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. By harnessing Danaher’s system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact – innovating at the speed of life. Working at Cytiva means being at the forefront of providing new solutions to transform human health. Our incredible customers undertake life‑saving activities ranging from fundamental biological research to developing innovative vaccines, new medicines, and cell and gene therapies. At Cytiva you will be able to continuously improve yourself and us – working on challenges that truly matter with people that care for each other, our customers, and their patients. Take your next step to an altogether life‑changing career. Learn about the Danaher Business System which makes everything possible.

The Supplier Quality Engineer is responsible for driving supplier quality performance, leading continuous improvement initiatives, monitoring and supporting our suppliers to be the best Cytiva partner possible.

This position reports to the Senior Quality Assurance Logistics Manager and is part of the Global Distribution & Supplier Quality Team. This role is located in Indianapolis, Indiana and will be an on‑site role.

What You Will Do

• Drive Supplier Quality Performance & Compliance – Lead the implementation of supplier quality plans, monitor supplier performance, and ensure full compliance with QMS and regulatory requirements through regular reviews, audits, and quality monitoring activities.
• Lead Corrective, Preventive & Continuous Improvement Activities – Develop and execute supplier CAPA plans, support internal deviations related to logistics, and collaborate cross‑functionally with Suppliers, Logistics, Sourcing, and Manufacturing to drive process improvements and reduce the cost of poor quality.
• Manage Supplier Qualification, Audits & Quality Governance – Build and execute the Supplier Audit Plan, conduct technical and warehousing/route qualification activities, manage supplier quality agreements, and maintain and continually develop the QMS for Distribution and Logistics quality requirements.

Who You Are

• Earned a Bachelor’s degree in engineering or technical field with experience in manufacturing, engineering or quality assurance.
• A quality professional with a minimum of 3 years of quality‑related work experience, that includes direct experience in quality and supplier quality management, preferably in life sciences.
• Experience with 3PL, warehousing, transportation, and brokerage partners in biotech/pharma, with strong knowledge of supplier qualification, audits, change control, CAPA/RCA, QMS, training, and route qualification.
• Ability to develop and implement strategies that ensure compliance with Cytiva, regulatory, and industry standards, influencing cross‑functional and global teams to drive improvement.
• Self‑driven, results‑focused problem solver with strong root‑cause skills, committed to collaboration and continuous improvement.

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in

• Operational experience within transportation, distribution, warehousing, or transport brokerage environments is considered a strong advantage.

Travel, Motor Vehicle Record & Physical/Environment Requirements

• Ability to travel up to 20% within the US and globally.

Cytiva, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it’s a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at Danaher Benefits Info.

At Cytiva we believe in designing a better, more sustainable workforce. We recognize the benefits of flexible, remote working arrangements for eligible roles and are committed to providing enriching careers, no matter the work arrangement. This position is eligible for a remote work arrangement in which you can work remotely from your home. Additional information about this remote work arrangement will be provided by your interview team. Explore the flexibility and challenge that working for Cytiva can provide.

Join our winning team today. Together, we’ll accelerate the real‑life impact of tomorrow’s science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life.

For more information, visit www.danaher.com.

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