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We are looking for an experienced Staff Supplier Quality Engineer with a focus on Plastics (Plastics Commodity) for our manufacturing site in Munich. In this key role, you will ensure the quality and performance of our suppliers and actively drive continuous improvement across our supply chain.
Your Responsibilities:
Supplier Management & Performance
Oversee supplier KPIs, scorecards, and drive performance improvement programs with critical suppliers.
Provide technical input and lead evaluations during supplier business reviews.
Quality Assurance & Compliance
Ensure MDR and standards compliance; conduct supplier audits (ISO 9001/13485).
Manage supplier qualification, onboarding, and initial sample inspections.
Problem Solving & Continuous Improvement
Lead root cause analysis, corrective actions, and improvements in non-conformance management.
Initiate and implement continuous improvement projects for suppliers.
Collaboration & Leadership
Support site quality goals and collaborate with global Q&RA teams.
Participate in audits and contribute to supplier task forces for key suppliers.
Your Profile:
Proven experience as a Supplier Quality Engineer in plastics, preferably with medical device components (injection molding, extrusion, precision plastics).
Certified Lead Auditor for ISO 9001 and ISO 13485, with strong knowledge of MDR and international quality standards.
Demonstrated expertise in supplier qualification, onboarding, and performance improvement.
Strong problem-solving and project leadership skills.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, or a related technical field;
Fluent in German and English.
Does this sound like the right challenge for you? We look forward to your application and to shaping the future of medical technology together in Munich!
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