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Supplier Quality Specialist

Bell International Laboratories
Saint Paul, MN Full Time
POSTED ON 3/1/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/25/2025

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Position Summary :

The objective of this role is to lead and manage the supplier qualification program at Bell International Laboratories. The Supplier Quality Specialist will focus on qualifying our suppliers including audits and quality agreements, reviewing new material requests, and monitoring supplier performance. Additionally, this role will concentrate on continuous improvement through the implementation of effective supplier corrective actions. The Supplier Quality Specialist will play a key role in ensuring products meet industry standards, regulatory requirements, and internal quality objectives, while promoting a culture of compliance and continuous improvement across the organization.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities :

  • In coordination with the Purchasing function, lead the qualification of suppliers, including the distribution and review of supplier questionnaires and conducting audits of more critical suppliers.
  • In coordination with other Quality functions, assure the quality-related aspects of our supplier agreements align with our internal requirements.
  • Participate in the investigation of nonconformances related to incoming materials and issue supplier corrective actions where appropriate.
  • Oversee the timely completion of supplier corrective actions.
  • Create and monitor key performance indicators related to incoming quality and use this to monitor the performance of suppliers and maintain their compliance status.
  • Assure that records related to suppliers and incoming quality are stored and retained in compliance with internal procedures.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and quality standards, including Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), safety, and environmental regulations.
  • Participate in safety, GMP, and other company-required training sessions.

Required Skills / Abilities :

  • Commitment to product quality and compliance with regulations.
  • Strong knowledge of quality assurance methods and tools.
  • Experience with quality management software and systems (e.g., Document Control, Nonconformances, CAPA, FMEA, Statistics).
  • Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
  • High ethical standards, integrity, and professional behavior.
  • Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
  • Required Education and Experience :

  • Bachelors of Science degree.
  • 1-3 years' experience in a life science regulated industry (e.g. pharmaceuticals, medical devices, cosmetics)
  • ASQ CQA certification is a plus
  • Preferred Education and Experience :

  • Masters of Science degree.
  • 3-5 years' experience in a life science regulated industry (e.g. pharmaceuticals, medical devices, cosmetics)
  • Experience in Supplier Quality or Purchasing functions.
  • ASQ certification (e.g. CQE, CSQP, CQA).
  • EEO Statement :

    Bell International Laboratories provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

    This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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