Job Summary
Support Medline's Supplier Quality operations by executing supplier qualification, monitoring, and performance activities for a global supply base. This role assists with supplier assessments, documentation review, audits, and issue resolution to ensure compliance with FDA regulations, ISO standards, and internal quality system requirements. The position partners cross functionally while developing foundational expertise in supplier quality and regulatory compliance.
Job Description
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
Conduct supplier audits to verify compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 13485, and applicable regulatory requirements related to high-risk vendors
Support supplier qualification, requalification, and disqualification activities for moderate to high-risk suppliers, including documentation review and approval routing
Review and approve supplier quality records and compliance documentation in accordance with internal procedures
Execute Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCARs) by tracking actions, verifying evidence, and documenting effectiveness under supervision
Assist with supplier communication related to quality requirements, documentation requests, and corrective actions to Medline's internal business partners and external suppliers
Provide technical guidance and training to suppliers on quality standards and best practices
Support containment activities and investigations related to supplier nonconformances
Utilize root cause analysis and risk management tools to prevent recurrence of issues
Maintain accurate and timely records of supplier audits, performance reviews, nonconformances, and corrective actions
Prepare routine reports, dashboards, and summaries for supplier quality performance and compliance tracking
MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS
Education
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Biology, Quality Management, or related field
Work Experience
3-5 years in supplier quality, manufacturing quality, or similar role
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
Knowledge of ISO standards, FDA regulations (if applicable), statistical process control (SPC), and quality tools (FMEA, PPAP, APQP)
Strong communication, problem-solving, and negotiation skills
Medical Device or drug experience
Travel up to 25% (domestic and/or international)
PREFERRED JOB REQUIREMENTS
Certification / Licensure
ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Certified Supplier Quality Professional
Six Sigma Green Belt or higher
Work Experience
Supplier quality auditing
Audit hosting experience
The anticipated salary range for this position:
$79,000.00 - $119,000.00 Annual
The actual salary will vary based on applicant's location, education, experience, skills, and abilities. This role is bonus and/or incentive eligible. Medline will not pay less than the applicable minimum wage or salary threshold.
Our benefit package includes health insurance, life and disability, 401(k) contributions, paid time off, etc., for employees working 30 or more hours per week on average. For roles where employees work less than 30 hours per week, benefits include 401(k) contributions, paid time off, as well as access to the Employee Assistance Program, Employee Resource Groups and the Employee Service Corp. For a more comprehensive list of our benefits please click
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