Quality Engineer (maple Plain, Mn)

Smith+Nephew

Maple Plain, MN, US
Base: $74,250 - $111,500 usd annually; bonus/equit...
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree required
2+ years medical device experience
Lean quality principles application
Smith+Nephew is seeking a Quality Engineer for its Integrity Orthopaedics division in Maple Plain, MN. The role focuses on enhancing manufacturing quality and compliance in a dynamic environment, requiring a hands-on approach to problem-solving and process improvement

Job Summary

  • This role offers a unique blend of startup pace combined with the structure and support of a global medical device organization.
  • The Manufacturing Quality Engineer will partner with Engineering and R&D to embed quality into expanding production lines while maintaining patient safety.
  • Candidates must investigate manufacturing events, resolve nonconformances, and drive continuous improvement initiatives using lean quality principles.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Smith+Nephew is seeking a Quality Engineer for its Integrity Orthopaedics division in Maple Plain, MN. The role focuses on enhancing manufacturing quality and compliance in a dynamic environment, requiring a hands-on approach to problem-solving and process improvement.

Salary

Base: $74,250 - $111,500 USD annually; Bonus/Equity: Competitive bonus and discounted stock options; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401k matching, tuition reimbursement

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • 2+ years medical device experience
  • Lean quality principles application
  • Corrective and preventive actions
  • Sterile packaging knowledge

Nice-to-have

  • Startup pace environment
  • Cross-functional collaboration skills
  • Hands-on problem solving
  • Project management success
  • Strong attention to detail

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree plus 2+ years related work experience
  • Experience in medical devices or regulated manufacturing
  • Demonstrated project management success
  • Ability to lift up to 20 pounds

Work Rights

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