Senior Supplier Quality Engineer at Smith+Nephew in Costa Rica

Senior Supplier Quality Engineer Location: CR - Alajuela, Coyol Life Unlimited. At Smith and Nephew, we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living The Senior Supplier Quality Engineer is primarily responsible for support and sustain of robust Supplier Management programs for designated manufacturing and development activities. Emphasis will be on component supplier, Contract Manufacturer and OEM activities that will assure that products meet design and process specifications consistently. The Supplier Quality Engineering will lead the implementation of data driven decisions and proven processes by utilizing engineering techniques and tools such as six sigma/DMAIC, statistics, predictive indicators, process validation, SPC, DOE, PFMEA, PPM defective, root cause analysis, etc. Deploy all critical to Quality (CTQ) control plans and measurement system analysis. In addition, the Supplier Quality Engineering will work with teams to develop the supplier risk mitigation strategy with procurement and category management. What will you be doing? Lead the effort in Supplier Quality Engineering by working directly with suppliers to improve product quality and to mitigate, control and resolve supplier quality issues. Lead a Supplier Quality Engineering team to improve supplier performance and ensure reliable supply chain. Enlist support from internal company personnel and departments as needed. Utilize standard and advance statistical techniques to determine product acceptance, evaluate process capabilities, and develop statistically sound tolerance limits. Serve as a member or lead auditor of process auditing team and as lead auditor for existing supplier base as required. Collects NCR, supplier corrective actions, deviations/concessions and related quality data for trending, scorecard maintenance and supplier performance reports to enable risk mitigation. Includes such activities as supplier assessment, supplier/product qualification and test method alignment. Provides key supplier performance metrics to the department manager, senior management and key stakeholders. Supports Network Optimization and Supplier Development and Improvement projects, including Supplier Change Notification process through the change control procedure. Develops and implements overall quality plan, including master validation plan, process map, quality control plan, inspection and testing techniques (Gage R&R), and Statistical Process Control (SPC) program. Assists with identification of needed biocompatibility and reliability testing, and procurement of inspection equipment and testing services. May also be asked to support process and product validation at suppliers and internal factories. Improves global and site Supplier Controls procedural requirements, e.g. as supplier qualification, supplier change notification supplier audit, supplier risk assessments, etc. as well as modifies existing drawings and specifications to improve quality and correcting errors. Initiates and approves engineering change requests if required. Supports customer complaints on supplier related issues by assisting in the analysis and the development of corrective action and proper documentation of complaint analysis. What will you need to be successful? Successful candidates would need the following: Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Technical Field (Engineering or Sciences) is required. Master’s Degree in Technical Field (Engineering or Scientific) is preferred. ISO 9001 and/or 13485 Lead Auditor Certification (Required) and at least 3 years of proven experience. Lean Six Sigma Certification (Preferred) Advance English level-C1 (Required) Experience: +5 years of Technical (Engineering or Sciences) experience is required. Competencies: Advance Project Management Skills • Advance Problem Solving (A3, DMAIC, 5 Why's, 8D, etc.) Advance Process Qualification (IQ, OQ, PQ, TMVs) Microsoft Applications • Advance Statistical Tools knowledge Advance Regulatory and Notified Bodies Inspection Readiness Financial / Budgetary Tools • Diverse knowledge of 4+ Mfg Processes (e.g., assembly, electromechanical, injection molding, extrusion, sterilization, machining, etc.) Medium knowledge Supplier Relationship Management (e.g., component, contract manufacturer, OEM, etc.) +5 Medical device industry experience in Quality roles (QE, DQE, SQE, QC) is preferred. Physical Demands: Weight Lifting: Light (0kg - 5kg) Position: 50/50 sitting / standing Repetitive Motion: Low: <10 moves/30sec Chemical Exposure: No chemicals exposure or cleaning use only Physical Risk (Personal Protective Equipment – PPE) may be required You. Unlimited Inclusion + Belonging - Committed to Welcoming, Celebrating and Thriving. Learn more about our Employee Inclusion Groups on our website https://www.smith-nephew.com/ Other reasons why you will love it here! Your future:  stock purchase program, referral bonus, subsidy in transport and food, recognition program. Work/Life Balance: Extra days off, birthday off, voluntary hours. Your Wellbeing: company doctor, medical insurance, gym, health campaigns, employee assistance program, parental leave, Flexibility: Hybrid work model (for more professional roles), flexible schedules. Training: Training program, unlimited learning. 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