Smith & Nephew

Senior Manufacturing Quality Engineer

Smith & Nephew$96K — $145K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Biomedical, Industrial, or related discipline)
  • 3 to 5 years of quality engineering experience in manufacturing
  • Experience in a regulated industry
  • Strong knowledge of quality systems and risk management
  • Proficient in statistical analysis techniques.

Responsibilities

  • Lead nonconformance management and CAPA activities
  • Collaborate with manufacturing and operations to improve processes
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory standards like ISO 13485 and FDA 21 CFR Part 820
  • Drive improvements using risk-based methodologies like PFMEA
  • Develop inspection strategies and conduct measurement system analysis
  • Perform data analysis to enhance process capability
  • Support process validation activities including IQ, OQ, and PQ.

Benefits

  • 401k Matching Program and Plus Program
  • Discounted Stock Purchase Plan
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Flexible Personal/Vacation Time Off
  • Paid Community Service Day
  • Health Savings Account with employer contribution
  • Hybrid Work Model for most roles
  • Discounts on fitness clubs and travel
Full Job Description
Step into a senior level role where your expertise will directly influence product quality and patient outcomes. As a Senior Manufacturing Quality Engineer, you will play a key role in strengthening manufacturing processes, ensuring compliance, and driving continuous improvement in a highly regulated medical device environment. Based in Mansfield, MA, this is an exciting opportunity to collaborate cross functionally and make a lasting impact.

What will you be doing?
  • Lead nonconformance management and CAPA activities, including root cause investigations and implementation of corrective and preventive actions
  • Partner with manufacturing and operations teams to enhance process robustness and reduce variation and defect rates
  • Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory and quality standards including ISO 13485, FDA 21 CFR Part 820, and ISO 14971
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives using risk based methodologies such as PFMEA
  • Support development of inspection strategies including measurement system analysis
  • Perform data analysis using statistical tools to evaluate and improve process capability
  • Support process validation activities including IQ, OQ, and PQ

What will you need to be successful?

Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering such as Mechanical, Biomedical, Industrial, or a related discipline

Experience:
  • 3 to 5 years of experience in quality engineering within a manufacturing environment
  • Experience working in a regulated industry


Knowledge:
  • Strong understanding of quality systems, risk management, and statistical analysis


You. Unlimited.
We believe in creating the greatest good for society. Our strongest investments are in our people and the patients we serve.
  • Inclusion and Belonging- Committed to Welcoming, Celebrating and Thriving on Inclusion and Belonging, Learn more about Employee Inclusion Groups on our website (https://www.smith-nephew.com/).
  • Your Future: 401k Matching Program, 401k Plus Program, Discounted Stock Purchase Plan, Tuition Reimbursement
  • Work/Life Balance: Flexible Personal/Vacation Time Off, Paid Holidays, Flex Holidays, Paid Community Service Day
  • Your Wellbeing: Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account (Employer Contribution of $500+ annually), Employee Assistance Program, Parental Leave, Fertility and Adoption Assistance Program
  • Flexibility: Hybrid Work Model (For most professional roles)
  • Training: Hands-On, Team-Customized, Mentorship
  • Extra Perks: Discounts on fitness clubs, travel and more!


The anticipated base compensation range for this position is $96,750-$145,000 USD annually. The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, and internal equity. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at the high end of the range for their role at Smith + Nephew. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.

In addition to base pay, we provide competitive bonus and benefits, which include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401k, tuition reimbursement, medical leave programs, and a variety of wellness offerings.

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About Smith & Nephew

Smith & Nephew is a global medical technology company headquartered in London, England. The company designs, manufactures, and sells medical devices and products for orthopedic reconstruction, sports medicine, and trauma. Smith & Nephew operates in more than 100 countries and employs over 17,500 people worldwide. The company was founded in 1856 by Thomas James Smith and his nephew, Horatio Nelson Smith, and has grown through a series of mergers and acquisitions. Smith & Nephew's products include joint replacement systems, wound care products, and surgical instruments. The company is listed on the London Stock Exchange and is a constituent of the FTSE 100 Index.
Learn more about Smith & Nephew
Size
17,500 employees
Market Cap
$11.5 billion
Industry
Net Income
$448 million
5 Year Trend
+2.2%
Revenue
$4.5 billion

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