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Be part of something altogether life-changing!
Working at cytiva in the life sciences industry means being at the forefront of providing new solutions to transform human healthOur incredible customers undertake life-saving activities ranging from fundamental biological research to developing innovative vaccines, new medicines, and cell and gene therapies.
At cytiva you will be able to continuously improve yourself and us – working on challenges that truly matter with people that care for each other, our customers, and their patientsWith associates across 40 countries, cytiva is a place where every day is a learning opportunity – so you can grow your career and expand your skills in the long term.
Cytiva is proud to work alongside a community of nine fellow danaher life sciences companiesTogether, we’re pioneering the future of science and medicine, developing products that enable researchers in the fight to save lives.
We are looking for a lead supplier quality engineer to work with our expert supplier quality team of over 50 employees across the worldThe role will support the development, assessment, and execution of selecting capable suppliers and ensuring they introduce components that deliver exceptional product quality for our patients and customersDo you have a passion for quality? then we would love to hear from youWhat you’ll do
Investigate supplier change requests, develop plans for resolution, monitor resources required to complete actions and drive reduction in the time required to process change requests.
Collaborate with engineering, project management, field service teams and sourcing team on all activity required to effectively lead supplier quality requirements & supplier developmentPrimary areas of focus will be supplier auditing, supplier/part qualification, continuous improvement and supplier change request resolution.
Improve supplier quality performance for assigned suppliers via quality plan implementation
Assure corrective and preventive action plans are developed and executed at assigned suppliers in compliance with the capa process
Assure supplier compliance to cytiva qms and regulatory requirements through supplier monitoring process.
Work with suppliers and internal stakeholders to drive quality improvements that minimize the costs of quality and implement supplier/engineering changes, new product introductions and transfers
Lead continuous improvement activities throughout the supplier quality organization who you are
Bachelors degree or advanced degree in an engineering or science field
Expertise in supplier change requests
Experience in product development and industrialization
Expertise in design and manufacturing processes in technologies such as fabrication, electronics, electro-mechanical assemblies, contract manufacturing
Exceptional skills in problem solving, root cause analysis
Strong ability to lead and influence others
Proven experience with quality management system tools and continuous improvement methodologies
Expert-level experience with supplier audits, including planning, execution and follow-up
Hands-on experience in a quality role, with understanding of quality systems deployment and detailed knowledge of iso13485
Strategic planner and problem solver with ability to inspire change across organizations
Ability to analyze complex data and settle actions to drive continuous improvement
Established in communicating and teaching best practices
Extensive experience analyzing manufacturing capacity and developing plans for capacity improvements
Demonstrated expertise to effectively execute and communicate within all levels of the organization on design control, design verification and validation activities, production and process controls, corrective and preventive action (capa), complaints and risk management, and product quality improvement tools such as six-sigma, dfr, pfmea, etc.
Strong ability to lead, develop, communicate and implement a strategy to ensure compliance
Demonstrated collaboration, negotiation and conflict resolution skills
Desire and ability to travel ~30% of the time
Proactive, self-driven, results seeking and enthusiastic intensity
When you join us, you’ll also be joining danaher’s global organization, where 68,000 people wake up every day determined to help our customers winAs an associate, you’ll try new things, work hard, and advance your skills with guidance from dedicated leaders, all with the support of powerful danaher business system tools and the stability of a tested organization.
Danaher is committed to a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone feels they belong and all voices are heardWe believe in our associates and the unique perspectives they bring to every challenge, which is why we’ll empower you to push the boundaries of what’s possible.
If you’ve ever wondered what’s within you, there’s no better time to find out.
Danaher corporation and all danaher companies are equal opportunity employers that evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by lawThe “eeo is the law” poster is available here .
When you join us, you’ll also be joining danaher’s global organization, where 69,000 people wake up every day determined to help our customers winAs an associate, you’ll try new things, work hard, and advance your skills with guidance from dedicated leaders, all with the support of powerful danaher business system tools and the stability of a tested organization.
