Experienced Quality Engineer

About the role

We are seeking an Experienced Quality Engineer to lead supplier quality initiatives for Johnson & Johnson’s MedTech cardiovascular franchise in Grecia, Costa Rica. The role focuses on ensuring that direct and indirect suppliers meet the company’s rigorous quality standards for medical devices.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the deployment of Supplier Quality Management (SQM) strategies for direct, indirect and finished‑goods suppliers.
• Coordinate cross‑functional teams including SQEs, strategic sourcing, R&D, engineering, operations and quality to drive supplier performance improvements.
• Develop, maintain and enforce supplier quality policies, procedures, programs and standards.
• Conduct supplier audits, assessments and root‑cause investigations to resolve quality issues.
• Support the execution of supplier quality plans and continuous‑improvement initiatives.

Required profile

• Proven experience in supplier quality engineering within the medical‑device or regulated industry.
• Strong understanding of quality systems, regulatory requirements and supplier management.
• Ability to lead cross‑functional projects and influence external partners.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.

Required skills