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A Day in the Life

Medtronic is seeking an Engineer II to join the Supplier Quality Engineering team at our Affera manufacturing site in Billerica, MA. The Supplier Quality Engineer II will be responsible for ensuring the quality and compliance of products and materials sourced from suppliers. This role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams to develop and implement supplier quality standards and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and implementation of supplier quality management strategies.
• Conduct supplier audits and assessments to ensure compliance with Medtronic’s quality standards and regulatory requirements.
• Support the investigation and resolution of supplier-related quality issues and non-conformances.
• Collaborate with suppliers to implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Participate in supplier selection and qualification processes.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to supplier quality.

Must Have: Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience, or advanced degree with 0 years of experience

Nice to Have: Preferred Requirements

• Experience in Printed Circuit Board manufacturing and cable manufacturing (EE preferred) for the Capital/Hardware SQE position.
• Experience with catheter manufacturing, polymer (extrusion, injection molding), metal precision processing, and adhesives for the Catheter/Disposable SQE position.
• Medical device manufacturing industry experience, preferably ISO 13485.
• Lead auditor experience.
• Hands-on experience with SAP, Trackwise, Agile change management.
• Ability to manage tasks and projects under tight deadlines with a sense of urgency.
• Knowledge of quality systems, standards, and regulatory requirements (e.g., ISO 13485, FDA regulations).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

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.

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):$75,200.00 - $112,800.00

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).

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About Medtronic

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