Supplier QA Engineer III

Location: Global Park, La Aurora de Heredia, Costa Rica | N/A

Department: Engineering

Work Location: onsite

Recruiter: Francisco Munoz Munoz

Diversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit - High Performance

At our company, we value diversity and believe it is our greatest strength. We are committed to empowering women, supporting the LGBTQ+ community, and creating opportunities for individuals with disabilities. Our belief is that your diversity enriches our work environment. As an equal opportunity employer, we wholeheartedly welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their background. Additionally, we have a Gender Equality Policy that reflects our commitment to fairness and equality in the workplace.

About the Role

Drives improvement and corrective action in the quality of components sourced from outside suppliers. Provides technical support in the selection of suppliers. Develops acceptance criteria for materials. Monitors supplier performance to drive supplier corrective action, manufacturing yield issues and field failures.

Your responsibilities include:

• Assess potential new suppliers for technical, quality and manufacturing capabilities. Provides technical support for the introduction of components from a new supplier.

• Generates and maintains incoming inspection procedures. Trains inspectors to these procedures.

• Develops and/or sources inspection tools and equipment.

• Assists in generating component specifications.

• Generate test protocols, monitor testing, issue qualification test reports and approve components for use in products.

• Provide input to Design Engineering on new component technology and assist in component selection with quality and reliability analysis.

• Analyses incoming material defects. Dispositions and drives corrective action as necessary. Communicates issues to suppliers.

• Reviews new design specifications and provides input from component quality and manufacturability perspective.

• Investigates field failures related to supplier materials. Develop corrective action plan where necessary.

• May supervise inspectors.

What we’re looking for:

• Licentiate degree in Material Science, Chemical, Mechanical emphasis in polymers (extrusion and molding, chemical components) or related field.
• At least 4 years of experience in similar position or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• English Level: 80-89%
• Demonstrated understanding of QSR and ISO standard requirements for Material/Purchasing Controls, Validation and CAPA.
• Desired knowledge: ASQ Certification, Project management skills.
• Possibility of travelling to suppliers as needed. US Visa is required.
• Must have plastic experience and supplier quality.
• Communication and stakeholders’ relationship skills
• Time management and prioritization.
• Nice to have: ISO 13485 certified lead auditor or ISO 9001.

Requisition ID: 636430

As a leader in medical science for more than 40 years, we are committed to solving the challenges that matter most – united by a deep caring for human life. Our mission to advance science for life is about transforming lives through innovative medical solutions that improve patient lives, create value for our customers, and support our employees and the communities in which we operate. Now more than ever, we have a responsibility to apply those values to everything we do – as a global business and as a global corporate citizen.

So, choosing a career with Boston Scientific (NYSE: BSX) isn’t just business, it’s personal. And if you’re a natural problem-solver with the imagination, determination, and spirit to make a meaningful difference to people worldwide, we encourage you to apply and look forward to connecting with you!

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At Boston Scientific, you will find a collaborative culture driven by a passion for innovation that keeps us connected on the most essential level. With determination, imagination, and a deep caring for human life, we’re solving some of the most important healthcare industry challenges. Together, we’re one global team committed to making a difference in people’s lives around the world. This is a place where you can find a career with meaningful purpose—improving lives through your life’s work.