Supplier Quality Engineer 3

Teleflex•Durham, NC

22h•Onsite

About The Position

As a global provider of medical technologies, Teleflex is driven by our purpose to improve the health and quality of people’s lives. Through our vision to become the most trusted partner in healthcare, we offer a diverse portfolio with solutions in the therapy areas of anesthesia, emergency medicine, interventional cardiology and radiology, surgical, vascular access, and urology. We believe that the potential of great people, purpose-driven innovation, and world-class products can shape the future direction of healthcare. Teleflex is the home of Arrow™, Barrigel™, Deknatel™, LMA™, Pilling™, QuikClot™, Rüsch™, UroLift™ and Weck™ – trusted brands united by a common sense of purpose. At Teleflex, we are empowering the future of healthcare. For more information, please visit teleflex.com.Global Operations is a complex and diverse organization within the company which is responsible for product fulfilment to all our customers from end to end. We pride ourselves on being totally Customer Centric in our unrelenting focus on Improving Quality, Service and Value as perceived by our customers. Our employees are dedicated to the Global Operations Enterprise Excellence journey. Join a dynamic, growing team that offers healthcare providers an array of medical technology solutions that make a difference in patients’ lives.The Supplier Quality Engineer III (SQE III) leads supplier quality activities to ensure consistent delivery of high-quality materials, components, and services. This role is responsible for driving supplier performance through qualification, risk management, audits, and continuous improvement. The SQE III partners with cross-functional teams to assess supplier risks, resolve complex quality issues, and support new product introductions, design transfers, and supplier changes. Acting as a subject matter expert, the role drives compliance, mentors junior team members as needed, and uses data-driven insights to proactively manage supplier performance and risk.

Requirements

5–10 years of experience in a regulated industry
Strong knowledge of applicable regulations and standards (e.g., 21 CFR 820, ISO 13485, ISO 9001), with emphasis on supplier controls
Demonstrated expertise in problem-solving and root cause analysis methodologies
Experience applying statistical techniques to support quality and process improvement
Proven experience in supplier or quality auditing
Experience supporting manufacturing environments and supplier quality activities
Strong analytical and data-driven decision-making skills
Effective communication and technical writing skills
Ability to present information clearly and influence cross-functional teams
Experience facilitating problem-solving and improvement initiatives
Proficiency in standard business and quality tools (e.g., Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, statistical software such as Minitab)

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, or related technical discipline
Experience in a regulated industry, preferably medical devices
Proven experience in supplier or quality auditing (third-party certification preferred)
Professional certification (e.g., ASQ CQE) or equivalent technical qualification

Responsibilities

Drive supplier quality performance across commodities, PFGs, and critical services, ensuring alignment with business and quality objectives
Lead supplier qualification and approval activities for new and existing suppliers, including risk assessment and compliance evaluation
Advance supplier capability through targeted development initiatives focused on quality, performance, and risk reduction
Lead resolution of supplier quality issues, including oversight of SCARs, root cause effectiveness, and escalation as needed
Support new product introductions, design transfers, and supplier changes to ensure robust supplier quality and process readiness
Drive continuous improvement by analyzing supplier performance data, identifying trends, and implementing proactive actions
Oversee supplier-related quality activities including audits, quality planning, and performance reviews
Lead cross-functional supplier quality initiatives and represent Supplier Quality in business and project teams
Support integration of acquired suppliers into the Teleflex quality system and standards
Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory requirements, quality standards, and company policies