Arthrex - Corkscrew, FL

posted 2 months ago

Full-time - Mid Level
Corkscrew, FL
Miscellaneous Manufacturing

About the position

Arthrex, Inc. is a global medical device company and a leader in new product development and medical education in orthopedics. We are actively searching for a Senior Engineer - Quality Assurance (QA) for our manufacturing site in Ave Maria, FL. The Senior Engineer - QA will be responsible for various Quality Assurance functions related to the manufacturing development of medical devices. This role is crucial in ensuring that our products meet the highest standards of quality and compliance throughout the manufacturing process. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and have over 5 years of experience with continuous improvement manufacturing processes in a highly regulated industry. This position requires strong leadership skills, as well as the willingness and ability to mentor Quality Assurance team members. Join our talented team at a global medical device company focused on Helping Surgeons Treat Their Patients Better™. In this role, you will participate in the development of medical devices and components from design initiation through design transfer, representing Quality Assurance for manufacturability in all design and development project teams. You will also be involved in all manufacturing activities to ensure compliance with design specifications. Leading the development of quality plans for new product introductions based on design specifications, PFMEA, and control plans will be a key responsibility. You will work closely with the design team to provide feedback on design specifications and improvements, evaluate and develop effective testing and inspection methods, and utilize problem-solving tools and techniques to address issues. Additionally, you will determine the necessity of testing, initiate testing by preparing test and inspection plans, and ensure that all information and documentation is consistently accurate. You will be responsible for MRB activities for assigned products, resolving nonconformities, and issuing or monitoring corrective actions associated with deviations. Providing technical support on manufacturing issues and supervising other engineers, technicians, and support personnel may also be part of your duties. This position is integral to maintaining the quality and integrity of our manufacturing processes and products.

Responsibilities

  • Participates in the development of medical devices and components from design initiation through design transfer, representing Quality Assurance for manufacturability in all design and development project teams.
  • Participates in all manufacturing activities to assure compliance of design specifications.
  • Leads development of quality plans for new product introductions based on design specifications, PFMEA, and control plans.
  • Works with the design team to assist and provide feedback on design specifications and improvements.
  • Evaluates and develops effective and efficient methods of testing and inspection of products.
  • Utilizes problem-solving tools and techniques and applies a risk-based approach to problem-solving.
  • Determines necessity of testing and initiates testing by preparing test and inspection plans, and identifying and obtaining required test fixtures and test/inspection instrumentation.
  • Initiates new projects and acts as the project leader for key initiatives, identifying best practices.
  • Provides technical support on manufacturing technical issues.
  • Performs quality trending and leads/supports process improvement initiatives.
  • Approves manufacturing product and process changes and assures the change management is controlled, adequate, and documented.
  • Ensures information and documentation is consistently accurate.
  • Responsible for MRB activities for assigned products, timely resolution of nonconformities, issuing and/or monitoring corrective actions associated with nonconformance and deviations.
  • Provides input and direction to other members of the quality assurance department to assist them in their assignments and provide them with learning experience.
  • Supports manufacturing suppliers with assistance in on-site resolution of quality and process-related issues and corrective and preventive actions.
  • May supervise other engineers, technicians, and support personnel.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering required.
  • 5 years experience in a Quality Control or Quality Assurance position required, preferably in a medical device company.
  • Working knowledge of risk assessments, design control requirements, PFMEAs, control plans, quality plans, testing and inspection equipment and techniques.
  • Manufacturing process knowledge.
  • Technical knowledge in development methodologies, design, project implementation, including, but not limited to GD&T, DOE, verification, and validation.
  • SPC (Statistical Process Control) knowledge.
  • Strong communication skills and ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical staff.

Nice-to-haves

  • Project management skills preferred.
  • Recognized process improvement (i.e.: Lean, Six Sigma) and problem-solving (i.e.: RCA, DMAIC, 5 Whys) training preferred.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Company-Provided Life Insurance
  • Voluntary Life Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Supplemental Insurance Plans (Accident, Cancer, Hospital, Critical Illness)
  • Matching 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Annual Bonus
  • Wellness Incentive Program
  • Free Onsite Medical Clinics
  • Free Onsite Lunch
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program
  • Trip of a Lifetime
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Paid Time Off
  • Volunteer PTO
  • Employee Assistance Provider (EAP)
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