Quality Systems Program Manager at Medtronic in Brooklyn Park, MN

Quality Systems Program Manager Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States of America We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 22 May 2026 At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. You’ll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world. A Day in the Life Act boldly. Compete to win. Move with speed and decisiveness. Foster belonging. Deliver results…the right way. That’s the Medtronic Mindset — our cultural norms. Our brand is rooted in action, not just words. The Medtronic Mindset defines the expectations of our culture. Every person here plays a role in bringing it to life. We recognize your extraordinary potential to ensure future generations live better, healthier lives. The Quality Systems Program Manageris responsible forleading the strategy, governance, and execution of key Quality System programs across the Twin Cities Campus manufacturing sites. This role partners closely with site Quality leadership and cross-functional stakeholders to ensure the effectiveness, consistency, and continuous improvement of the Quality Management System (QMS) in alignment with Medtronic standards and global regulatory requirements. The individual in this role will drive enterprise-aligned initiatives related to CAPA governance, audit strategy and execution, and regulatory inspection readiness, while fostering collaboration across manufacturing sites to strengthen quality culture and operational excellence. The Quality Systems Program Manager will use data-driven insights, strong program management capabilities, and cross-functional leadership toidentifysystemic opportunities, standardize processes, and ensure sustainable improvements across the campus quality system landscape. At Medtronic, we bring bold ideas forward with speed and decisiveness to put patients first in everything we do. In-person exchanges are invaluable to our work. We’re working a minimum of 5 days a week onsite as part of our commitment to fostering a culture of professional growth and cross-functional collaboration as we work together to engineer the extraordinary. Responsibilities may include thefollowingand other duties may be assigned. Drive the overall strategy and execution of Quality Systems across the Twin Cities Campus manufacturing sites, ensuring alignment with Medtronic global quality standards, regulatory requirements, and businessobjectives. Partner with site Quality leadership and cross-functional stakeholders to develop and implement a quality systems roadmap that strengthens compliance, operational effectiveness, and continuous improvement. Provide governance and oversight for the Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) program across the campus, ensuringtimelyinvestigation, effective root cause analysis,appropriate correctiveactions, and sustainable systemic improvements. Monitor CAPA performance metrics,identifysystemic trends, and drive cross-site actions to improve quality system effectiveness and reduce recurrence of issues. Lead the development and execution of site audit strategies, including internal audits, external audits, and regulatoryinspectionreadiness across the Twin Cities Campus. Coordinate audit planning, preparation, and follow-up activities to ensure sitesmaintaina constant state of regulatory readiness and address audit observations effectively. Serve as theSite Coordinator for twoCase for Qualityparticipant sites, ensuringconduct of effective appraisalsand leading site-level implementation of improvement initiatives. Facilitate cross-site collaboration to share best practices, standardize quality system processes, and drive consistency across manufacturing locations. Develop and track key quality system performance indicators and provide regular updates to site and enterprise leadership on program status, risks, and improvement opportunities. Lead cross-functional governance forums related to quality systems performance, CAPA oversight, audit outcomes, and continuous improvement initiatives. ​​ Must Have: Minimum Requirements To be considered for this role, please ensure the minimum requirements are evident in your applicant profile. Requires a Bachelor’s Degree with 5+ years of work experience in Quality and/or experience in a regulated industry OR Advanced Degree with 3+ years of work experience in Quality and/or experience in a regulated industry Nice to Have Quality Management Systems (QMS) Strategy, Governance, and Continuous Improvement CAPA Program Leadership, Root Cause Analysis, and Systemic Issue Resolution Regulatory Compliance (FDA, Global Regulations) and Inspection Readiness Internal, External, and Regulatory Audit Strategy and Execution Enterprise Program Management for Multi-Site Quality Initiatives Quality Metrics, KPI Development, and Data-Driven Decision Making Cross-Functional Leadership Across Quality, Manufacturing, and Operations Quality System Process Standardization and Best Practice Implementation Operational Excellence and Continuous Improvement in Regulated Manufacturing Executive Reporting and Governance Forum Leadership For Baccalaureate degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree that satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) is required. Physical Job Requirements The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position. The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role. U.S. Work Authorization & Sponsorship At Medtronic, we are committed to fostering an environment where employees can thrive and make a meaningful impact. In alignment with our enterprise-wide workforce planning approach, U.S. work authorization sponsorship (H-1B, TN, J, etc.) is offered exclusively for Principal-level roles and above, where specialized expertise aligns with long-term business needs. Roles below the Principal level require candidates to possess unrestricted U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and for the duration of employment. Join us in our mission to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life—where your unique background and perspective are valued. Benefits & Compensation Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create.We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage. Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):$120,000.00 - $180,000.00 This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP). The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and specific locations in California. The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others). The following benefits and additional compensation are available to those regular employees who work 20+ hours per week: Health, Dental and vision insurance,Health Savings Account,Healthcare Flexible Spending Account,Life insurance, Long-term disability leave,Dependent daycare spending account,Tuition assistance/reimbursement, andSimple Steps (global well-being program). The following benefits and additional compensation are available to all regular employees:Incentive plans, 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match,Short-term disability,Paid time off,Paid holidays,Employee Stock Purchase Plan,Employee Assistance Program,Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums), andCapital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums). Regular employees are those who are not temporary, such as interns.  Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Please note some of the above benefits may not apply to workers in Puerto Rico. Further details are available at the link below: Medtronic benefits and compensation plans About Medtronic We lead global healthcare technology and boldly attack the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions. Our Mission — to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life — unites a global team of 95,000+ passionate people. We are engineers at heart— putting ambitious ideas to work to generate real solutions for real people. From the R&D lab, to the factory floor, to the conference room, every one of us experiments, creates, builds, improves and solves. We have the talent, diverse perspectives, and guts to engineer the extraordinary. Learn more about our business, mission, and our commitment to diversity here. It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you are applying to perform work for Medtronic, Inc. (“Medtronic”) in any position which will involve performing at least two (2) hours of work on average each week within the unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County, you can findherea list of all material job duties of the specific job position which Medtronic reasonably believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. Medtronic will consider for employment qualified job applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Additional Locations: Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, United States of America