Supplier Quality Engineer

The Opportunity :

Avantor is looking for a Supplier Quality Engineer to join our team in Solon, OH. In this role, you will develop, modify, apply, and maintain supplier quality evaluation and control systems / protocols.

You will also devise, implement and improve methods and procedures for site supplier management.

This role will be a full-time, hybrid role (3 days per week onsite, 2 days remote).

What we’re looking for

Education : Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Material Science or related discipline.

Experience : 3+ years’ experience in supplier quality engineering role or relevant experience.

Knowledge of ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 preferred.

Experience in chemical industry a plus.

Previous experience in conducting quality audits preferable.

Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Ability to identify problems and communicate solutions in a constructive and positive manner.

Attention to detail; excellent organizational and record keeping skills.

Working knowledge and experience with LEAN, Six Sigma methodologies.

Proficiency working with Microsoft Excel, Word.

Experience with SAP and ETQ systems preferred.

ASQ Certified Quality Engineer or are currently pursuing certification is preferred.

How you will thrive and create an impact

Communicate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure raw material and packaging compliance.

Lead the site supplier qualification process. Review all documentation submitted by suppliers to ensure compliance to requirements prior to approval.

Responsible for electronic supplier file maintenance in site database and ERP systems. Ensure supplier documentation is current and make updates as appropriate.

Investigate incoming OOS material and production complaints of raw material and packaging nonconformities and issue appropriate Supplier Corrective Action if necessary and conduct appropriate follow-ups.

Review existing supplier contracts and change notifications and update where applicable.

Manage supplier related change management.

Review supplier notification for product and process changes and work with associated departments to coordinate in-house validation / verification activities.

Disclaimer :

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification.

They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position.

Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Why Avantor?

Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.

The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle.

It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.

We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success.

At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!

EEO Statement :

We are an Equal Employment / Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state / province, or local law.

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Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

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3rd Party Non-Solicitation Policy :

By submitting candidates without having been formally assigned on and contracted for a specific job requisition by Avantor, or by failing to comply with the Avantor recruitment process, you forfeit any fee on the submitted candidates, regardless of your usual terms and conditions.

Avantor works with a preferred supplier list and will take the initiative to engage with recruitment agencies based on its needs and will not be accepting any form of solicitation.