Senior Quality Engineer

At STERIS, we help our Customers create a healthier and safer world by providing innovative healthcare and life science product and service solutions around the globe.

Position Summary The Senior Quality Engineer is responsible for managing processes and leading projects to maintain and improve the quality system in accordance with the requirements of, as appropriate, the following standards:

IS0 9001, ISO

13485, MDSAP and

FDA 21 CFR

Part 820/211, EU MDR and other applicable standards. This role leads complaint/CAPA investigations, supplier quality improvement actions, operations production and process control improvements, and product and service quality improvements with the use of statistical techniques and other accepted quality principles. This role plans and executes activities concerned with the development, implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of STERIS quality systems. This position requires that you work onsite in our Eden Prairie facility Monday through Friday during core business hours 7am to 4 pm or 8am to 5pm. Must be available for occasional early morning calls with team in Germany. What You'll do as a Senior Quality Engineer Serves as the Core Team Member on cross-functional new product/service development teams with focus on the execution of quality plans and design/service transfer. Develops and implements statistically valid sampling plans, designed experiments, capability studies, SPC and trend analysis in support of products and service improvements. Leads process and product corrective actions and problem-solving activities. Reviews the current quality system and recommend / implement improvements as needed. Uses data to perform statistical analysis and recommend process / product changes to improve product and service quality. Leads projects focused on quality system, product quality and service quality improvements. Develops analyses and reports on the performance of the quality system. Leads supplier audits and corrective actions. Leads and supports internal and external quality system audits. Instructs other STERIS employees in quality principles, effective corrective actions, and valid statistical techniques. Collaborates with other departments and facilities within the company on quality related issues. Supervises Quality Engineers and other Quality staff in the execution of their assigned duties and objectives. Maintains product integrity and quality through the evaluation and disposition of nonconforming materials and processes.

The Experience, Skills and Abilities Needed Required:

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering. Minimum of 5 years of related experience required. (Manufacturing/Quality Engineering and/or Quality Systems). 5+ years of experience working in an ISO certified environment. Experience with medical device or other regulated industries. Quality Management System Regulation (FDA) QMSR Certification or familiarity with

QMSR/GMP

regulations. Ability to travel to local supplier sites up to 10%.

Preferred:

ASQ, Certification, preferred. Knowledge of Track Wise, Windchill PLM, Grand Avenue or other similar systems. Experience with supplier controls, supplier audits or supplier monitoring. Knowledge of

ISO 13485

regulations.

Other:

Shares technical knowledge with others in the team. Identifies technical problems and provides innovative solutions. Generates alternatives and takes reasonable risks while solving technical problems. Generates detailed, high quality technical documentation to capture and communicate designs. Completes tasks on time with minimal supervision while identifying potential risks. Drives improvements in processes for better efficiency. Utilizes advanced tools and best practices to track product and process metrics. Mentors team members on timely task completion and actively participates in brainstorming sessions. What STERIS Offers We value our employees and are committed to providing a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health, wellbeing, and financial future. Here is just a brief overview of what we offer: Market Competitive pay Extensive Paid Time Off and added Holidays Excellent Healthcare, Dental and Vision benefits Long

• and Short-Term Disability coverage 401(k) with a company match Maternity and Paternity Leave Additional add
• on benefits / discounts for programs such as Pet Insurance Tuition Reimbursement and continuing education programs Excellent opportunities for advancement in a stable long-term career #LI-MO1 #LI
• OnsitePay range for this opportunity is $88,000
• $115,000.

This position is eligible for bonus participation. Minimum pay rates offered will comply with county/city minimums, if higher than range listed. Pay rates are based on a number of factors, including but not limited to local labor market costs, years of relevant experience, education, professional certifications, foreign language fluency, etc. STERIS offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits portfolio. Click here for a complete list of benefits: STERIS Benefits Open until position is filled. STERIS is a leading global provider of products and services that support patient care with an emphasis on infection prevention.

WE HELP OUR CUSTOMERS CREATE A HEALTHIER AND SAFER WORLD

by providing innovative healthcare and life sciences products and services around the globe. For more information, visit www.steris.com. If you need assistance completing the application process, please call 1 (440) 392.7047. This contact information is for accommodation inquiries only and cannot be used to check application status. STERIS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity to ensure that persons are recruited, hired, trained, transferred and promoted in all job groups regardless of race, color, religion, age, disability, national origin, citizenship status, military or veteran status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state or local law. We are not only committed to this policy by our status as a federal government contractor, but also we are strongly bound by the principle of equal employment opportunity. The full affirmative action program, absent the data metrics required by § 60-741.44(k), shall be available to all employees and applicants for employment for inspection upon request. The program may be obtained at your location's HR Office during normal business hours.