\\n Founded in 1927 and headquartered in Warsaw, Indiana, USA, Zimmer Biomet is a global leader in musculoskeletal healthcare. We design, manufacture and market orthopaedic reconstructive products; sports medicine, biologics, extremities and trauma products; spine, bone healing, craniomaxillofacial and thoracic products; dental implants; and related surgical products.
We collaborate with healthcare professionals around the globe to advance the pace of innovation. Our products and solutions help treat patients suffering from disorders of, or injuries to, bones, joints or supporting soft tissues. Together with healthcare professionals, we help millions of people live better lives.
For the EMEA production plant, based in Winterthur (Switzerland), we are looking for a:
Production Quality Engineer (m/f/d)
General Functions:
Drives and supports Quality Initiatives in technical and strategic expertise to achieve department goals
Creation and maintenance of KPI dashboards to gain visibility
Plans, creates and executes project plans and revises as appropriate to meet changes and requirements
Provides guidance to facilitate the development of procedures and processes to comply with applicable regulations and standards
Leading and assisting Quality Planning projects
Ensures continuous improvement on existing processes and systems
Trains employees on quality processes
Identifies risks to products and processes that trace to deficient quality systems, uncontrolled critical parameters, changing regulatory requirements, and changing technical requirements
Collects and analyzes quality metrics from various quality systems and develops reports as needed for senior management review. Provides recommendations based on trends
Participate as subject matter expert during MDSAP, Notified Bodies, Corporate and internal audits
Education and Experience Requirements:
Diploma / further education (e.g. certified engineer)
At least 2 years of practical experience in the medical device industry or other regulated industry
Ability to manage projects or initiatives as a work stream leader
Ability to conceptualize, design, implement, and monitor plans, policies, procedures, systems and processes related to supplier management
Good background in mechanical processes and process design
Good background in data analysis and visualization (Power BI, Qlik View, Tableau, etc.)
Knowledge in the handling of the SAP QM system
Knowledge of applicable ISO Standards in particular ISO13485, ISO 9001, the European Medical Device Regulation (MDR) 2017/745, general knowledge of US Quality System Regulations (21 CFR 820) and MDSAP
Good oral and written communications abilities in German and English
Good problem-solving ability and analytical skills, strong sense of initiative, follow-through and attention to detail
Strong willingness to improve existing processes and systems to achieve excellence
Strong customer focus, interpersonal skills and effective communication
Travel Requirements
This dynamic Job position has a willingness to travel from 0-10%.
If you seize this opportunity, you will be able to develop your international experience and be a part of a great and truly global team. Zimmer offers a wide range of challenging career advancement opportunities and a dynamic work environment. We look forward to receiving your complete application via our job platform only.
For further information please contact:
Zimmer Switzerland Manufacturing GmbH Frau Dina Befrin Ghazagh Talent Acquisition Partner Sulzerallee 8 8404 Winterthur