Supplier Engineer (Onsite)

Resmed • Chatsworth, CA

1d • $79,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Supplier Engineering (SE) at Resmed partners with suppliers and internal teams to drive process improvements, implement robust process controls, and develop comprehensive quality assurance plans. Our mission is to ensure the supply chain consistently delivers high-quality components that meet ResMed’s specifications, volume demands, and delivery timelines. A Supplier Engineer plays a critical role in this mission by collaborating with suppliers on product and process development, conducting quality audits, resolving quality issues, and monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs). Key responsibilities include supplier selection and approval, leading corrective action processes, and serving as a liaison between internal teams and suppliers to foster ongoing improvement. Let’s talk about Responsibilities Interface with wider Supply Chain Engineering, Product Development, Planning and GSA to provide materials and components for company product manufacturing. Communicates Resmed requirements & product specifications to suppliers and assesses supplier’s ability to meet product specifications and quality requirements. Participate in supplier audits to ensure that designated suppliers are audited on a regular basis to ensure good manufacturing practices (GMP) and quality standards are met. Monitors parts from acquisition through the manufacturing cycle and communicate and resolve supplier-related problems as they occur. Validate Supplier Processes as part of new product introduction, Engineering Change Note and/or Supplier Change Requests. Ensures that project and or process control documentation are compliant with GDP and internal requirements. Provide technical advice and guidance to suppliers to reduce defect rates Review incoming supplies and finished goods from vendors to check for defects, ensure quality and authorize release Investigate and resolve supplier non-conformances, complaints and CAPAs leading to satisfactory closure. Evaluates suppliers’ internal functions to assess their overall performance and provides feedback in assessment of their operation. Support projects performing work in a specialized area of expertise that requires knowledge of fundamental themes, principles and concepts. Builds productive internal/external working relationships. Let’s talk about Qualifications and Experience Required BS in Engineering or Scientific field (MS preferred), with 2-3 years functional engineering experience within manufacturing as a Manufacturing, Process, Quality or Industrial Engineer. Excellent analytical and technical skills with strong attention to detail. Highly motivated and able to manage multiple projects at once. Willingness to travel domestically & internationally. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both verbal and written) that allow for effective communication with all levels of organization. Demonstrated ability to work well with cross-functional departments and stakeholders in a proactive and constructive manner. Experience with Process Validations and/or Test Method Validations (i.e., IQ, OQ, PQ, and/or TMV). Strong organizational and time management skills Willingness to travel (up to 20%, domestic and international). Preferred Experience in operating within highly regulated industry – preferably medical device industry. Experience in outsourced contract manufacturing environment is preferred. Strong knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T). Training & experience in Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, Kepner-Tregoe and APQP tools & methodologies. Experience in use of statistical tools (SPC, Gage R&R, Minitab or JMP). Strategic mindset with a focus on continual improvement and operational excellence Ability to manage and resolve supplier-related issues throughout the product lifecycle Experience with supplier audits, quality systems, and regulatory compliance Knowledge of DFM and/ or DFA. Why Join Us? Be part of a global leader in medical device innovation, driving cutting-edge manufacturing solutions that improve lives worldwide. This role offers the opportunity to lead transformative projects and shape the future of molding operations. Joining us is more than saying “yes” to making the world a healthier place. It’s discovering a career that’s challenging, supportive and inspiring. Where a culture driven by excellence helps you not only meet your goals but also create new ones. We focus on creating a diverse and inclusive culture, encouraging individual expression in the workplace and thrive on the innovative ideas this generates. If this sounds like the workplace for you, apply now! We commit to respond to every applicant. We are shaping the future at ResMed, and we recognize the need to build on and broaden our existing skills and continue to attract and retain the world’s best talent. We work hard to offer holistic benefits packages, provide flexible work arrangements, cultivate a workforce culture that allows employees to grow personally and professionally, and deliver competitive salaries to our team members. Employees scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week are eligible for benefits. This position qualifies for the following benefits package: comprehensive medical, vision, dental, and life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance, sleep care management, Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), commuter benefits, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and tuition assistance. Employees accrue fifteen days Paid Time Off (PTO) in their first year of employment, receive 11 paid holidays plus 3 floating days and are eligible for 14 weeks of primary caregiver or two weeks of secondary caregiver leave when welcoming new family members. Individual pay decisions are based on a variety of factors, such as the candidate’s geographic work location, relevant qualifications, work experience, and skills. At ResMed, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current base range for this position is: $79,000 - $119 ,000 Joining us is more than saying “yes” to making the world a healthier place. It’s discovering a career that’s challenging, supportive and inspiring. Where a culture driven by excellence helps you not only meet your goals, but also create new ones. We focus on creating a diverse and inclusive culture, encouraging individual expression in the workplace and thrive on the innovative ideas this generates. If this sounds like the workplace for you, apply now! We commit to respond to every applicant.

Requirements

• BS in Engineering or Scientific field (MS preferred), with 2-3 years functional engineering experience within manufacturing as a Manufacturing, Process, Quality or Industrial Engineer.
• Excellent analytical and technical skills with strong attention to detail.
• Highly motivated and able to manage multiple projects at once.
• Willingness to travel domestically & internationally.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both verbal and written) that allow for effective communication with all levels of organization.
• Demonstrated ability to work well with cross-functional departments and stakeholders in a proactive and constructive manner.
• Experience with Process Validations and/or Test Method Validations (i.e., IQ, OQ, PQ, and/or TMV).
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Willingness to travel (up to 20%, domestic and international).

Nice To Haves

• Experience in operating within highly regulated industry – preferably medical device industry.
• Experience in outsourced contract manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Training & experience in Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, Kepner-Tregoe and APQP tools & methodologies.
• Experience in use of statistical tools (SPC, Gage R&R, Minitab or JMP).
• Strategic mindset with a focus on continual improvement and operational excellence
• Ability to manage and resolve supplier-related issues throughout the product lifecycle
• Experience with supplier audits, quality systems, and regulatory compliance
• Knowledge of DFM and/ or DFA.

Responsibilities

• Interface with wider Supply Chain Engineering, Product Development, Planning and GSA to provide materials and components for company product manufacturing.
• Communicates Resmed requirements & product specifications to suppliers and assesses supplier’s ability to meet product specifications and quality requirements.
• Participate in supplier audits to ensure that designated suppliers are audited on a regular basis to ensure good manufacturing practices (GMP) and quality standards are met.
• Monitors parts from acquisition through the manufacturing cycle and communicate and resolve supplier-related problems as they occur.
• Validate Supplier Processes as part of new product introduction, Engineering Change Note and/or Supplier Change Requests.
• Ensures that project and or process control documentation are compliant with GDP and internal requirements.
• Provide technical advice and guidance to suppliers to reduce defect rates
• Review incoming supplies and finished goods from vendors to check for defects, ensure quality and authorize release
• Investigate and resolve supplier non-conformances, complaints and CAPAs leading to satisfactory closure.
• Evaluates suppliers’ internal functions to assess their overall performance and provides feedback in assessment of their operation.
• Support projects performing work in a specialized area of expertise that requires knowledge of fundamental themes, principles and concepts.
• Builds productive internal/external working relationships.

Benefits

• comprehensive medical, vision, dental, and life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance, sleep care management, Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), commuter benefits, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and tuition assistance.
• Employees accrue fifteen days Paid Time Off (PTO) in their first year of employment, receive 11 paid holidays plus 3 floating days and are eligible for 14 weeks of primary caregiver or two weeks of secondary caregiver leave when welcoming new family members.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees