Supplier Quality Engineer II

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At Boston Scientific, we’ll give you the opportunity to harness all that’s within you by working in teams of diverse and high-performing employees, tackling some of the most important health industry challenges. With access to the latest tools, information and training, we’ll help you in advancing your skills and career. Here, you’ll be supported in progressing – whatever your ambitions.

Boston Scientific is seeking an experienced and driven Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) to lead supplier quality initiatives, manage supplier performance, and ensure compliance with both internal procedures and global regulatory requirements. This role is vital to establishing and maintaining a robust supply base that supports product excellence, patient safety, and long-term business success.

At Boston Scientific, we value collaboration and synergy. This role follows an onsite work model requiring employees to be in our local office five days a week. Boston Scientific will not offer sponsorship or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position at this time. Relocation assistance is not available for this position at this time.

• Evaluate and qualify new suppliers through audits, assessments, and technical reviews.
• Monitor supplier performance using key performance indicators (KPIs) such as parts per million (PPM), on-time delivery, and quality metrics.
• Lead investigations related to nonconforming materials or components, including root cause analysis and implementation of corrective actions.
• Conduct supplier audits (remote and on-site) and support ongoing supplier development initiatives.
• Manage Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCARs) and ensure timely, effective resolution.
• Collaborate with Procurement, Engineering, and Manufacturing teams to address supplier-related issues and enhance quality outcomes.
• Develop, implement, and maintain supplier quality agreements in accordance with applicable standards and regulations (e.g., ISO 13485, FDA QSR, EU MDR, ISO 14971).
• Support incoming inspection processes and define acceptance criteria for critical components and materials.
• Maintain accurate documentation and records in compliance with regulatory and internal requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in supplier quality or manufacturing quality in a regulated industry.
• Strong working knowledge of quality management systems and regulatory standards including ISO 13485, FDA QSR, EU MDR, and ISO 14971.
• Hands-on experience with root cause analysis tools such as 5 Whys, Fishbone, and 8D, as well as CAPA processes.
• Familiarity with inspection techniques, metrology, and statistical quality control methods.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and cross-functional problem-solving skills.

• Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), Lead Auditor certification, or Six Sigma certification.
• Familiarity with global supply chains and international supplier regulatory expectations.

Requisition

Minimum Salary:$72800

Maximum Salary: $138300

The anticipated compensation listed above and the value of core and optional employee benefits offered by Boston Scientific (BSC) – see — will vary based on actual location of the position and other pertinent factors considered in determining actual compensation for the role. Compensation will be commensurate with demonstrable level of experience and training, pertinent education including licensure and certifications, among other relevant business or organizational needs.

At BSC, it is not typical for an individual to be hired near the bottom or top of the anticipated salary range listed above.

Compensation for non-exempt (hourly), non-sales roles may also include variable compensation from time to time (e.g., any overtime and shift differential) and annual bonus target (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

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