Job Description

Careers That Change Lives

Bold thinking. Bolder actions. We are Medtronic.

The Supplier Quality Engineer will be the responsible person for all material quality issues related to Internal Suppliers and accountable for Action Request nonconformance to ensure containment and disposition is executed per plan. You are required to support Quality Projects and Initiatives managed by the organization to meet their objectives in acquiring highest quality systems and materials (parts, sub-systems, final assembly, services, audits, etc.). Besides, you need to support daily operation activities in term of MRB material review, lead communication of material quality issues with internal suppliers and drive individual Nonconformance/ CAPA/ SCAPA closure at timely manner.

Responsibilities will include interfacing with a broad range of cross-functional and cross-facility personnel, and leading/executing projects of small/medium scope in the role of "project manager". Project execution may require the utilization of engineering skills. Project execution also requires that the candidate demonstrate significant interpersonal skills, interfacing with individuals from purchasing, manufacturing engineering, quality engineering, and production; as well as direct communication and interface with CRHF Suppliers.

A Day in the Life

• Support Continuous Improvement projects that require basic Engineering and Project Management skills driven by process excellence thinking and actions throughout the organization.
• Routinely work with internal suppliers, MDT sourcing and/or MDT procurement functions to define new opportunities and improve perceived gaps in process performance.
• Establish and successfully execute our supplier management and development plans which will align to overall business objectives.
• Communication of Medtronic expectations, in collaboration with MDT sourcing and/or MDT procurement functions, for continuous improvements and providing leadership for improving the supplier relationship. Work with them constructively to improve their performance levels.
• Perform routine MRB review and disposition of nonconforming materials in order to meet MRB turnaround time KPI.
• Closely follow-up of individual Nonconformance/ CAPA/ SCAPA to drive issue closure at timely manner.
• Communication of material quality issue and work with Sister Facilities/ Suppliers, MDT sourcing and/or MDT procurement functions to resolve the issue.
• Demonstrate knowledge of national and international requirements and standards such as FDA QSR, ISO 13485, ISO 9001 and others.
• Create or revise any procedure or documentation required to improve quality control between our internal suppliers and our company.
• Responsible for MSO in-house MCRD Identity Testing process.
• Follow applicable Medtronic procedure and other applicable policies and procedures in the review or development of control plans and approve supplier control plans.
• Travel may be required in order to perform supplier assessments/audits and development.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Must Have:

• Bachelor's degree required
• 0 years of relevant experience

Your Profile

• Relevant experience in supplier quality management is preferred.
• Working knowledge of FDA QSR, ISO9001 and/or ISO13485 is preferred.
• Engineering tools utilization experience such as design of experiment, risk management, validation and statistical analysis is an asset.
• ASQ Certified CQE, CQA or CRE is an asset.
• 6 Sigma Green or Black Belt is also an asset
• Effective verbal and written communication skills in order to effectively communicate with internal customers and suppliers, and to develop and present communication plans and strategies.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

About Medtronic Singapore Operations

Medtronic Singapore Operations was among the first international medical technology firms to set up manufacturing operations in Singapore. We are one of the most advanced medical device manufacturing sites and the first manufacturing facility of its kind in the region to make implantable cardiac leads, pacemakers and monitors.

As a company Medtronic is intensely focused on creating a workplace environment which reflects our standing as the world's top medical device company.

What We Offer

We recognize the personal worth of employees by providing an employment framework that allows personal satisfaction in work accomplished, security, advancement opportunity, and means to share in the company's success. We believe in rewarding our staff with a complete package of benefits designed to support them at every career and life stage. As a result, our employees have access to the following benefits, to name a few:

• Our global well-being program supports your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being.
• Medtronic Employee Assistance Program offers confidential support and resources to build and enhance employee and organizational resilience, productivity, teamwork and psychologically healthy workplaces.
• Various insurance benefits include Inpatient and Outpatient Medical Insurance, Life, Disability and Accident Insurance.
• We have generous employee referral programs, employees stock purchase plan, leave benefits, and more!

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 Day in the Life 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.

Your vaccination status shall be collected during the interview and selection process referencing and in line with the Safe Management Measures at the workplace stipulated by the Ministry of Manpowe

Additional Information

• Posting Date: Nov 14, 2022
• Travel: No