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Position Overview:
The Senior Supplier Quality Engineer (m/f/d) for Cytiva is responsible for managing supplier defects, handling complaints, maintaining our Quality Management System processes and records, and driving improvements to our core value driver, External PPM Defects.
This position is part of the Bioprocess Filtration Supplier Quality Team located in Portsmouth and will be onsite. At Cytiva, our vision is to advance future therapeutics from discovery to delivery.
Key Responsibilities:
* Supplier qualification, including process qualification (SPQ) for Type I (critical) suppliers.
* Manage the supplier corrective actions process (SCAR) and supplier change requests (SCR).
* Conduct supplier audits as per the approved audit schedule.
* Develop and implement Corrective and Preventive Action plans to resolve non-conformance issues (QE Complaints and Deviations).
* Ensure supplier compliance with QMS and regulatory requirements through monitoring processes.
Qualifications:
* Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, life sciences, or equivalent experience in Quality within a similar industry.
* Minimum of 5 years of Quality experience, preferably in a relevant field.
* At least 3 years of experience in supplier onboarding, auditing, and communication.
* Knowledge of Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001 or equivalent), cGMP, continuous improvement methodologies, and Manufacturing Process Control (MPC).
* Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to lead Root Cause investigations and CAPA plans, influencing cross-functional teams.
* Fluency in English is required; German language skills are a plus.
Travel and Environment:
* Willingness to travel 15-20% for supplier audits and GEMBA walks.
Preferred Experience:
* Medical Device, e.g., ISO 13485
* Pharmaceutical
* Chemical
* Automotive, e.g., IATF 16949
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