Engineer, Sr Supplier Quality COYOL

Additional Locations: Costa Rica-Coyol

Diversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit - High Performance

At our company, we value diversity and believe it is our greatest strength. We are committed to empowering women, supporting the LGBTQ+ community, and creating opportunities for individuals with disabilities. Our belief is that your diversity enriches our work environment. As an equal opportunity employer, we wholeheartedly welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their background. Additionally, we have a Gender Equality Policy that reflects our commitment to fairness and equality in the workplace.

Hybrid Roles:

Boston Scientific's hybrid workplace includes Working From Home and onsite. You will have the opportunity to discuss details in the interview. 

About the role:

Drives improvement and corrective action in the quality of components and services sourced from external suppliers. Provides technical support in the selection of suppliers. Develops acceptance criteria for materials.  Monitors supplier performance to drive supplier corrective action, manufacturing yield issues and field failures. 

Your responsibilities include:

• Assess potential new suppliers for technical, quality and manufacturing capabilities. Provides technical support for the introduction of components from a new supplier.
• Generates and maintains incoming inspection procedures. Trains inspectors to these procedures.
• Analyses incoming material defects. Dispositions and drives corrective action as necessary. Communicates issues to suppliers.
• Investigates field failures related to supplier materials. Develop corrective action plan where necessary.
• Assess potential new suppliers for technical, quality and manufacturing capabilities.
• Mentor others in understanding of core Supplier Quality Engineering skills/competencies (Supplier Compliance, Change Control, VIP, Statistical aptitude, Quality Tools application)
• Partners with suppliers on process improvements for capability, reduction of risk, single point failures, etc.
• Generates ideas on how to expand the impact of commodity teams from cross-network customers. Understands the effects of industry and market changes on the organization.
• Builds partnerships across the organization. Understands the costs/benefits/risks of pushing cross functional initiatives and makes appropriate tradeoffs.
• Communicates effectively and ahead of supplier/customer or team needs.
• Communicates well in group settings with other departments or disciplines. Solicits inputs and involve others in decision making. 
• Leads complex problem-solving efforts with suppliers.
• Leads teams and projects and consistently hits project milestones. Creates crisp and clear project plans and develops strong contingency plans as part of project planning process.
• Perform audits to supplier’s QMS remotely or in-site.
• Responsible for decisions that have significant impact to the department and their customers.

What we’re looking for:

• Responsible for supplier quality and performance for the Boston Scientific Coyol operations support. We’re looking for a self-motivated and driven individual who will lead ongoing supplier performance improvement, risk reduction and efficiency improvement.
• Bachelors or Licenciature degree in Material Science, Chemical, Industrial, Electronic, Biotechnology, Electromechanical Engineering or related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in similar position.
• English Level desired: 80-89%
• Demonstrated understanding of QSR and ISO standard requirements for Material/Purchasing Controls, Validation and CAPA.
• Desired knowledge: ASQ Certification (CQE, CRE, SSGB, SSBB,CQM), strongly desired, Occasional extensive travel to suppliers as requiered Project management skills.
• Please submit Resume in English
• #QACR

Requisition ID: 610444

As a leader in medical science for more than 40 years, we are committed to solving the challenges that matter most – united by a deep caring for human life. Our mission to advance science for life is about transforming lives through innovative medical solutions that improve patient lives, create value for our customers, and support our employees and the communities in which we operate. Now more than ever, we have a responsibility to apply those values to everything we do – as a global business and as a global corporate citizen.

So, choosing a career with Boston Scientific (NYSE: BSX) isn’t just business, it’s personal. And if you’re a natural problem-solver with the imagination, determination, and spirit to make a meaningful difference to people worldwide, we encourage you to apply and look forward to connecting with you!

Benefits • Life-Work Integration • Community • Career Growth

At Boston Scientific, you will find a collaborative culture driven by a passion for innovation that keeps us connected on the most essential level. With determination, imagination, and a deep caring for human life, we’re solving some of the most important healthcare industry challenges. Together, we’re one global team committed to making a difference in people’s lives around the world. This is a place where you can find a career with meaningful purpose—improving lives through your life’s work.

So, choosing a career with Boston Scientific (NYSE: BSX) isn’t just business, it’s personal. And if you’re a natural problem-solver with the imagination, determination, and spirit to make a meaningful difference to people worldwide, we encourage you to apply and look forward to connecting with you!