BS Degree or high school diploma with 3-5 years of relevant medical device experience
Proficient in using standard inspection tools and quality assurance equipment
Knowledgeable in FDA Medical Device Regulations and ISO 13485
Familiar with calibration and preventive maintenance for quality inspection
Responsibilities
Oversee final quality inspection activities for da Vinci Surgical Systems
Establish and report on FQI goals and quality metrics
Coordinate communication across departments to resolve quality issues
Track recurring issues to achieve root cause corrective action
Ensure operations comply with established procedures
Interface daily with internal teams to address nonconforming product issues
Provide training to FQI technicians
Benefits
Market-competitive compensation packages
Incentives and equity options
Comprehensive benefits package
Opportunities for continuous improvement and professional development
Full Job Description
Job Description
Primary Function of Position:
Supervises and coordinates all activities of personnel engaged in Final Quality Inspection (FQI) to ensure adherence to company quality assurance procedures. The Supervisor ensures the FQI team provides quality support for sustaining and new manufacturing operations by performing inspection and testing of da Vinci Surgical Systems. This role is important in verifying compliance with all established specifications and requirements prior to final product release. The Supervisor also leads continuous improvement activities and other projects assigned by management.
Roles and Responsibilities:
Oversee the final quality inspection activities for da Vinci Surgical Systems
Establish, track and report FQI goals and quality metrics
Coordinate and communicate within and across departments to address quality issues
Track recurring issues as needed to achieve root cause corrective action
Assure all operations are performed in accordance to procedures
Interface on a daily basis with internal customers and teams to resolve nonconforming product issues
Provide training to FQI technicians
Qualifications
Skill/Job Requirements:
BS Degree or high school diploma with 3-5 years of relevant medical device experience
Must be able to use all standard inspection tools, gauges and applicable equipment, tools and fixtures used to execute quality assurance procedures and test methods
Proven experience and knowledge with FDA Medical Device Regulations and ISO 13485
Must have a working knowledge of calibration and preventive maintenance activities required to support final quality inspection
Nice to have:
Established interpersonal and leadership skills
Excellent communication skills including ability to provide written and verbal instruction
Ability to work across team organizations and diverse cultures
Able to communicate clearly and effectively up, down and across organizations
Additional Information
Due to the nature of our business and the role, please note that Intuitive and/or your customer(s) may require that you show current proof of vaccination against certain diseases including COVID-19. Details can vary by role.
We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, benefits, and equity. It would not be typical for someone to be hired at the top end of range for the role, as actual pay will be determined based on several factors, including experience, skills, and qualifications. The target compensation ranges are listed.
About Intuitive Surgical, Inc
Intuitive Surgical, Inc. is an American corporation that develops, manufactures, and markets robotic products designed to improve clinical outcomes of patients through minimally invasive surgery, most notably with the da Vinci Surgical System. The company is part of the NASDAQ-100 and S&P 500. Intuitive Surgical has installed more than 5,000 surgical systems worldwide, and has more than 4,000 employees.