Job Information
ThermoFisher Scientific Quality Engineer III in Seattle, Washington
Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)
Environmental Conditions
Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards
Job Description
When you join us at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll be part of a hard-working, driven team that shares your passion for exploration and discovery. With revenues of $22 billion and the largest investment in R&D in the industry, we give our people the resources and opportunities to make substantial contributions to the world.
Location/Division Specific Information
Seattle, Washington
Division: Chemical Analysis Division (CAD), part of Analytical Instruments Group
The CAD location in Seattle is responsible for manufacturing the Thermo Fisher Scientific MarqMetrix All-In-One Process Raman Analyzer (AIO). The AIO captures accurate and repeatable data at key measurement points throughout industrial processes – generating significant value for our customers. Our innovative products and solutions are fundamentally changing the way businesses make decisions.
How will you make an impact?
This role will be instrumental in ensuring a robust Quality System is in place to maintain and improve product and process compliance, and to drive product and customer support quality improvement initiatives.
"What will you do"
Ensure operations, processes, and procedures affecting product quality and/or integrity align with ISO 9001:2015; 47 CFR 15 Subpart B, and EN 61326-1:2013 requirements
Support Operations to ensure that products and processes stay in sync with the relevant requirements of the quality and environmental health and safety management system
Maintain quality tracking systems, and analyze non-conformance trends to select improvement priorities
Lead Management Reviews to identify improvements and supervise progress of continuous improvement
Complete and evaluate the effectiveness of corrective actions
Conduct internal audits including product inspections
Provide Quality Management System (QMS) awareness at the Seattle location via activities and training.
Respond to quality issues and actions based on requests from Service, Sales, and Customers
Assist site team in establishing, implementing, and maintaining standard operating procedures
Create and maintain process/product documentation such as manuals, quality procedures, etc.
Lead projects using effective project management skills
Supervise and develop a Quality Specialist
Review physical products and documentation, including customer requirements, prior to shipping products
Develop supplier performance and measurable indicators to monitor performance
Work well with operations to ensure quality control is properly integrated and maintained at critical inspection points
Shepherd engineering and process changes through an E/DCO process
How will you get here?
Bachelor's degree in a technical field such as Quality, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering
5+ years experience in Quality Assurance, preferably in Pharmaceutical or Technology Manufacturing Industry
Quality certification expertise (e.g. Six-Sigma, ISO, Lean) preferred
Experience with product certifications a plus. Particularly, certifications for CE marking, EMC testing, and FDA certifications.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
Knowledge of improvement methodologies (e.g. Lean, 6-sigma), auditing experience (leading internal or supplier audits), and statistical methods
Experience with ISO 9001 or similar quality standards
Knowledge of Manufacturing and Supply Chain Management processes for complex high tech, low volume systems
Demonstrated results in improving quality in manufacturing or development processes
Proven track record to managing complex projects from inception to completion
Solid data analysis skills that may involve multiple factors and multi-functional areas
Must demonstrate good communications skills and be able to work effectively with multi-functional teams on projects including international and multicultural teams and suppliers and customers
Able to adjust working times to accommodate communications with other facilities, suppliers and customers across the globe
Comfortable working within a small factory environment dealing with sophisticated, high-tech products
At Thermo Fisher Scientific, each one of our 80,000 extraordinary minds has a unique story to tell. Join us and give to our singular mission—enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer.
We offer competitive salary, an annual incentive bonus plan, 401K with company match up to 6%, tuition reimbursement and a range of other employee benefits! We foster an exciting company culture that encourages innovation, forward-thinking, and an outstanding career and development prospects. Come be a part of the team!
Apply today! http://jobs.thermofisher.com
Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.
Compensation and Benefits
The salary range estimated for this position based in Washington is $83,300.00–$125,000.00.
This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:
A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs
Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement
At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy
Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount
For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards
Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.