Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Coghlin Companies, Inc.
Job overview
The Quality Engineer II role at Coghlin Companies, Inc. focuses on ensuring best-in-class product quality and seamless communication between project teams and customers, impacting product compliance and customer satisfaction.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves leading compliance adherence, training personnel on quality standards, supporting process validation and new product introductions, managing control plans and engineering change notifications, analyzing non-conformances, performing root cause analysis, supporting supplier quality, leading quality control inspections, and collaborating across departments to improve quality and production processes.
Compensation and benefits
Benefits include 401(k) with matching, health and dental insurance, paid time off, profit sharing, and opportunities for advancement.
Experience and skills
Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in science or engineering or equivalent experience, 5-10 years in medical device manufacturing, knowledge of ISO-13485 and cGMP, Certified Quality Engineer preferred, strong problem-solving skills, knowledge of IPC standards, and advanced MS Office and Visio skills.
Career development
The position offers opportunities for advancement and skill development, including training others and contributing to supplier audits and quality improvements.
Work environment and culture
The company promotes a positive, customer-focused, and team-oriented culture with an emphasis on compliance and continuous improvement, typically working in an office environment with occasional off-site duties.
Company information
Coghlin Companies, Inc. is a medical device manufacturer with a focus on quality and compliance, operating under Columbia Tech, committed to equal opportunity employment.
Team overview
The candidate will join the Columbia Tech team, collaborating with project managers, manufacturing engineers, and supply chain personnel to ensure quality standards are met.
Job location and travel
The job is primarily office-based with occasional requirements to work outside the typical office setting.
Unique job features
The role includes unique responsibilities such as leading quality control inspections, managing engineering change processes, and using advanced analytical tools for root cause analysis and continuous quality improvement.
Company overview
Coghlin Companies, Inc. is a privately held, fourth-generation family business specializing in providing engineering, manufacturing, global fulfillment, and aftermarket services. They generate revenue through their subsidiaries, Columbia Tech and Cogmedix, which cater to diverse industries, including medical devices, life sciences, robotics, and energy. Founded in 1885, the company has a rich history of innovation and commitment to quality, evolving from a small machine shop to a comprehensive solutions provider. Their focus on customer satisfaction and continuous improvement has established them as a trusted partner in the manufacturing sector.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to highlight experience in quality engineering within medical device manufacturing, emphasizing knowledge of ISO-13485 standards, cGMP, and IPC 610/620 certifications.
Showcase your skills in problem-solving, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation, along with advanced proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Visio as these are critical for the role.
Apply through multiple platforms including Coghlin Companies' corporate career page, LinkedIn, and other job boards where the position is listed to maximize your chances.
Connect with current Quality Engineers or project managers at Coghlin Companies on LinkedIn; start conversations by commenting on recent company projects or asking about their experience with the Engineering Change Notification process.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords such as 'Quality Engineer,' 'ISO-13485,' 'root cause analysis,' 'corrective actions,' 'ECN/ECO process,' and 'medical device manufacturing' to pass automated screenings effectively.
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