Our client a Galway based multinational are looking to hire a Quality Engineer I on an initial 12 month contract.
Responsibilities:
1. Ability to work within a team environment and build relationships across the organisation as well as with external suppliers & regulatory agencies etc.
2. Co-ordination of complaint handling Analysis and Investigation activities for a wide range of Medtronic products including receipt and documenting of incoming complaint devices relating to events.
3. Perform analysis and investigation, and laboratory duties related to the complaint Analysis and Investigation activities. Assisting in test procedure development and non-routine analyses relating to root cause investigations.
4. Co-ordination of cross-functional activities in the investigation of customer complaints and determination of root cause.
5. Possess an awareness of the manufacturing process and final products, including terminology associated with the product use and failure modes typically experienced by the customer
6. Conduct laboratory support functions, Performs and coordinate instrument maintenance, calibration and alignment checks.
7. Communicate key information including escalation of Quality Issues to Management and key extended post market quality teams & functional management to ensure full engagement &alignment.
8. Contribute to continuous improvement activities to support the role out of cell operating systems and principles. Delivering cost-down through innovative solutions.
9. Ensures that corrective measures meet acceptable reliability standards and that documentation is compliant with requirements.
10. Support new product launch as part of the Product Development Process ensuring that requirements are included in the process.
11. Ensure compliance to all applicable department, site-wide procedures and regulations. Support Internal and External audit preparation and activity which includes application and maintenance of quality standards for all activities associated.
Requirements:
12. Min of a bachelor’s degree (Level 8 NFQ) in a relevant technical discipline (., Engineering, Science)
13. Experience in a medical devices or related environment desirable
14. Strong interpersonal, communication and organizational skills
15. Practical working knowledge of statistical data analysis, problem solving and quality improvement tools and techniques preferable
16. Technical writing skills
17. Ability to multi-task and to take initiative is essential
18. Effective time management skills
19. Builds and maintains positive relationships with others; shows respect and consideration for others.