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Quality Engineer

Quality Engineer

CompanyLGC Group
LocationGaithersburg, MD, USA
Salary$Not Provided – $Not Provided
TypeFull-Time
DegreesBachelor’s
Experience LevelSenior

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in a scientific discipline with experience in quality engineering.
  • Minimum of 5 years in a cGMP or ISO 13485 environment, demonstrating a consistent record in quality-focused industries.

Responsibilities

  • Lead site validation activities, ensuring flawless equipment qualification and process validations.
  • Maintain Validation Master Plans and provide crucial support during IQ, OQ, and PQ stages, reviewing and implementing validation protocols and reports to uphold high standards.
  • Coordinate site change orders, assessing risks to minimize impacts on processes, and collaborating with Manufacturing Operations, QC, and Technical Support.
  • Investigate quality trends from complaints and NCRs, applying statistical techniques to identify root causes and implementing corrective actions.
  • Review Document Change Requests, managing risk documentation and ensuring completeness of risk control actions.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Proficient in interpreting FDA QSR regulations, ISO 13485, and ISO 14971, with extensive experience in validation and guiding various study types, including prospective, concurrent, and retrospective studies.
  • Knowledgeable in statistical methods, quality control, and manufacturing operations, skilled in evaluating and resolving non-conformances, deviations, customer complaints, and CAPAs.
  • Intermediate to advanced computer skills, including proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets, databases, ERP systems, and electronic quality management software.
  • Strong interpersonal and organizational skills, both verbal and written, with a curious and adaptable approach, dedicated to teamwork and collaboration.
  • Focused on problem-solving, possessing skills in risk evaluation and resolution, able to ask probing questions to identify root issues and facilitate discussions for consensus.
  • Committed to continuous improvement, balancing control and flexibility based on risk, with strong analytical abilities for managing complex projects.
  • Diligent and meticulous, capable of managing multiple tasks and meeting deadlines independently.