Supplier Quality Engineering Co-Op

ZOLL Medical•Chelmsford, MA

About The Position

ZOLL Medical Corporation is seeking a motivated, self-managed Co-Op to support its Supplier Quality Engineering Department. The role offers the opportunity to learn supplier quality engineering procedures in the medical-device industry while working with multidisciplinary teams. The position runs from May through December, and applicants must be enrolled in a degree program when the Co-Op begins. The Co-Op supports ZOLL’s Supplier Quality program and works with Procurement, Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, and Engineering on day-to-day supplier certification, validation, and quality issues. The role also supports supplier management quality systems and the Material Review Board (MRB), helping improve the quality and compliance of components used in life-sustaining equipment. The hourly pay rate is $25.00 to $28.00. The rate may vary based on factors such as shift, geography, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

Requirements

Must be currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree or above in an engineering discipline.
Must be a junior or senior in the upcoming academic year pursuing an engineering degree.
Must be enrolled in a degree program at the start of the Co-Op.
Ability and willingness to understand and comply with standards and regulations such as ISO 13485, ISO 9001, and FDA 21 CFR Part 820.
Self-managed, hard-working, and self-motivated.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Proficient in common PC applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, and Visio.

Responsibilities

Assist Supplier Quality Engineers with reviewing supplier performance data and evaluating and validating supplier change requests.
Generate brokerage component MCOs and supplier validation summaries.
Drive improvements in supplier-delivered quality for new product introductions and sustaining products.
Work with suppliers and ZOLL quality team members to identify root causes of recurring defects or issues and implement systemic process improvements.
Provide daily quality support for issues arising in incoming inspection, MRB, and production lines.
Use sound engineering judgment when dispositioning product through the Material Review Board process.
Maintain the Supplier History database, Supplier Corrective Action Database, and supplier audit schedule.
Perform other duties as required.