Olympus Corporation of the Americas

Principal Quality Engineer

Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS degree or equivalent in engineering/life sciences
  • 8+ years in an FDA regulated environment
  • Experience leading cross-functional teams
  • Proficient in DMAIC/Lean Six Sigma methodologies
  • Familiar with quality systems like ISO 13485 and FDAQSRs
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Six Sigma Green Belt Certification; Black Belt preferred

Responsibilities

  • Train and coach CAPA Site Leads on technical and analytical methods
  • Support quality problem-solving tools such as Root Cause Analysis
  • Develop and oversee training syllabus for Design Assurance Quality Engineers
  • Leverage technical expertise for new product development and CAPA efforts
  • Assist with high-priority complaint investigations and product escalations
  • Perform other Quality Assurance duties as assigned

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage effective on start date
  • 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
  • Free live and on-demand Wellbeing Programs
  • Generous Paid Vacation and Sick Time
  • Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
  • 12 Paid Holidays
  • On-Site Child Daycare and Fitness Center available at select locations
  • Paid educational assistance and dedicated training resources
Full Job Description
Working Location: Nationwide

Workplace Flexibility: Remote

Job Description

This role focuses on Product Quality and drive Patient Focus by leveraging problem-solving expertise and leadership acumen to accelerate product quality improvement, resolve issues and ensure patient safety and customer satisfaction.

Job Duties

  • Train, coach, and support CAPA Site Leads in the application of technical and analytical methods that accelerate CAPA closure and effectiveness; provide coaching for CAPA owners to drive the development of sound problem-solving and technical design review habits and techniques across Olympus.
  • Ability to support the use of quality problem-solving tools such as Root Cause Analysis, 5 Whys, Ishikawa, etc.
  • Deploy and oversee a Design Assurance Quality Engineer training and development syllabus supporting the development of a patient-focused Quality Mindset and technical rigor across the Design Quality Assurance function
  • Leverages extensive technical experience to support high visibility new product development, sustaining engineering and CAPA efforts as assigned by Management
  • Supports high-priority complaint investigations, signal detection, and product issue escalations
  • Other Quality Assurance responsibilities as assigned by Management.


Job Qualifications

Required:
  • BS degree or equivalent in an engineering or life science discipline.
  • Minimum of 8 years' experience working in an FDA regulated environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage and complete multiple projects and objectives and lead cross-functional teams.
  • Proficient with DMAIC/ Lean Six Sigma /Black Belt tools to analyze, drive root cause, and solve difficult problems.
  • Proficient with statistics, sampling strategies, quality systems trending, and process capability.
  • Proficient with Risk Management practices, Corrective and Preventative Actions, Process Validation and regulatory requirements such as FDAQSRs, ISO 13485, ISO 14971.
  • Must be self-motivated with a strong sense of urgency to solve issues and the ability to consistently deliver on required activities.
  • Strong track record of leading and influencing without direct authority across functional groups, leadership levels and regions globally.
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication (written and oral), presentation and facilitation skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to coach and mentor others.
  • Proficient in most common PC based applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, & Visio).
  • Demonstrates the highest ethical standards and actively promotes trust, respect and integrity in all dealings both inside and outside the Company.
  • Six Sigma Green Belt Certification required.
  • Ability to travel up to 20% of time domestically and internationally.


Preferred:
  • Minimum of 3 years' experience working in Medical Device or Pharma.
  • Six Sigma Black Belt is preferred.

Why join Olympus?

We offer a holistic employee experience supporting personal and professional well-being through meaningful work, equitable offerings, and a connected culture.

Equitable Offerings you can count on:
  • Competitive salaries, annual bonus and 401(k)* with company match
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage effective on start date
  • 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
  • Free live and on-demand Wellbeing Programs
  • Generous Paid Vacation and Sick Time
  • Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance*
  • 12 Paid Holidays
  • On-Site Child Daycare, Café, Fitness Center**


Connected Culture you can embrace:
  • Work-life integrated culture that supports an employee centric mindset
  • Offers onsite, hybrid and field work environments
  • Paid volunteering and charitable donation/match programs
  • Employee Resource Groups
  • Dedicated Training Resources and Learning & Development Programs
  • Paid Educational Assistance


*US Only

**Center Valley, PA and Westborough, MA

Are you ready to be a part of our team?

Learn more about our benefits and incentives: https://www.olympusamerica.com/careers/benefits-perks.

The anticipated base pay range for this full-time position is $106,402.00 - $148,963.00 / year, plus potential for annual bonus (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements). This pay range represents the National Average of the range, and may vary depending on the location of the individual.

Olympus considers a variety of factors when determining actual compensation for this position, including level of experience, working location, and relevant education and certifications.

About Olympus Corporation of the Americas

Olympus Corporation of the Americas is a subsidiary of Olympus Corporation, a Japanese manufacturer of optics and reprography products. The company is a leading manufacturer of medical and surgical products, including endoscopes, laparoscopes, and video imaging systems. Olympus Corporation of the Americas was founded in 1968 and is headquartered in Center Valley, Pennsylvania. The company operates in the Americas region, including North and South America.
Learn more about Olympus Corporation of the Americas
Size
31,557 employees
Industry
Founded
1919
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