Quality Engineer
Industry Title
/Category: Quality Engineer
Job ID: 2011-5320
Career Level: entry level
Location/Division: Davol/Delran
Relocation: No
Posted Date: 11/30/2011
Close Date: ..
C. R. Bard, Inc. (NYSE: BCR)is a leading multinational developer, manufacturer and marketer of innovative, life-enhancing medical technologies in the fields of vascular, urology, oncology and surgical specialty products, employing over 11,000 people in over 25 countries around the world. Founded more than 100 years ago, we pioneered many devices that are now the cornerstones of modern healthcare.
We expect the highest levels of quality, integrity, service, and innovation from our employees – on the job and in the communities in which we work and live. In return, we foster an environment where individuals are treated with fairness and respect, and feel valued, acknowledged and rewarded.
Be Your Best at Bard – and ultimately, you can have an impact on the lives of people around the world.
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Summary of Position with General Responsibilities:
Summary of Position with General Responsibilities:
This position is responsible for the development and documentation of Quality Systems, as required, to support supplier quality objectives. This position will act as the quality representative regarding quality interests and concerns on manufacturing project teams as well as getting involved in a variety of projects which may include, resolving quality problems, improving areas of high quality costs, assisting suppliers and subcontractors in meeting Davol's quality needs.
Essential Job Functions:
* Plan and develop the Quality Control Program for various projects often within the context of a manufacturing project team.
* Perform qualification studies for new suppliers, components, and inspection test equipment.
* Provide technical support to resolve quality problems in manufacturing or with suppliers as warranted.
* Design and conduct Quality Engineering studies to determine causes of quality non-conformances, initiate changes in process, tooling, product design, etc. to correct them.
* Organize and generate detailed quality information reports to Engineering, Manufacturing, and Management.
* Provide documented instructions for performance of Q.C. Inspections, including Inspection plans, Test Procedures, and Quality Standards.
* Evaluate customer's specifications for Davol's ability to comply.
* Plan and coordinate quality activities that involve Production, Planning, Inventory & Control, Engineering, etc.
* Support the goals of the Quality Control Dept. and Profit Improvement Projects. Contribute ideas to these programs and work on implementation. Serve on committees, teams, task forces as assigned.
* Conduct other Quality Control Projects as assigned by the Quality Control Manager
* Exercise control over the quality of conformance of the products generated in areas assigned.
* Facilitates the Material Review Notice (MRN) and Temporary Document Change System (TDCS) programs. This includes maintaining database and reporting to management.
* Reviews DHR documentation for compliance and release of components and finished product.
* Oversees the calibration program. This includes approval of new vendors, review of test results, and monitoring for compliance.
* Responsible for coordination activities related to the Complaint review process and maintaining reporting programs to inform management
* Serve on the Material Review Board (MRB). This includes providing leadership and coordination of activities for the investigation and disposition of non-conforming product and/or components.
Basic Qualifications:
? A high level of competence in Quality Technology including statistical techniques, control charts, sampling plans, Quality costs, design of experiments, correlation and regression, analysis of variance, probability, etc.
? ASQ Certified Quality Engineer or equivalence
? ASQ Certified Quality Auditor or equivalent
? Experience with Statistical software and MS project software
? Good oral and written communication skills.
? Ability to work with and motivate people.
? Understanding of GMP, QSR, and other applicable regulations, and the ability to interpret these as they apply to company issues
? Good project planning skills and focused on meeting customer needs.
? Proven leadership skills in a facts pace environment
Additional Desirable Qualifications Skills and Knowledge:
Additional Desirable Qualifications Skills and Knowledge:
* Experience in medical device Class II/III environment preferred
Education and/or Experience:
* Bachelor Degree in Mechanical/ Engineering or Technical Sciences
* 3-5 years’ experience in quality technology or engineering, .
