Senior Supplier Quality Engineer

Danaher Corporation

Senior Supplier Quality Engineer improving supplier quality for Cytiva’s life-sciences and biopharmaceutical equipment. Managing audits, corrective actions, qualifications and supplier changes across Hardware Solutions.

Posted 8/26/2026full-timeShrewsbury • Massachusetts • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $110,000 - $140,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Supplier Quality Management, including root cause analysis, audit execution, and supplier training. Proficient in applying quality standards such as ISO, CFR, and GMP within the pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical sectors.

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Root Cause AnalysisSupplier Quality ManagementAudit Program ManagementISO, CFR, GMP StandardsSupplier Corrective Action Requests (SCARs)

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Hard Skills

Root Cause Analysis TechniquesSupplier AuditsSupplier QualificationsQuality Event ManagementChange Request Assessment

Soft Skills

CoachingCollaborationTraining

Certifications & Qualifications

Senior Auditor Certification

Industry Keywords

Pharmaceutical IndustryBiopharmaceutical EquipmentQuality Assurance (QA)Continuous ImprovementDanaher Business System

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Apply a continuous improvement mindset and Danaher Business System rigor to Cytiva's supply base across the Hardware Solutions Business
Issue, monitor and approve Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCARs)
Manage containment and correction for supplier defects and document accordingly
Manage quality events and train others
Provide feedback and collaborative support on root-cause analysis with suppliers for all SCAR types, including Critical
Coach suppliers in robust root-cause analysis methodology
Execute and report on supplier audits
Support training and observation audits
Obtain senior auditor certification and support training of provisional auditors
Manage annual supplier audit planning
Lead remediation activities due to failed audits
Execute supplier qualifications and supplier process qualifications
Train suppliers and Cytiva associates on methodology and process execution
Review supplier change requests (SCRs), assess impact, and communicate with internal stakeholders and suppliers
Manage complicated or high-impact SCRs
Support Cytiva associates in SCR process execution
Collaborate with Engineering, Project Management, Sourcing, QA and other cross-functional teams on supplier quality requirements, onboarding and monitoring
Report to the Supplier Quality Manager within the Quality Organization

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum Bachelor's degree in a technical or engineering field
Equivalent Quality experience in a similar business unit or industry may be considered in lieu of advanced education
Minimum 10+ years of experience in Quality roles, preferably in applicable supplier quality roles or similar areas
Experience managing audit programs, performance reviews and business development
Expert in root cause analysis techniques, methodologies and execution
Experience coaching internal and external stakeholders in processes and techniques for SCARs, SCRs, audits, qualifications and work transfers
Expert knowledge of applicable standards and regulations, including ISO, CFR and GMP
Ability to travel roughly 25%, primarily domestic
Must have a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record
Preferred experience in the pharmaceutical industry and biopharmaceutical equipment
Master's degree in a related discipline is preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Bonus/incentive pay eligibility
Paid time off
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)