Quality Engineer I

At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. You’ll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world.A Day in the LifeA Day in The Life Of:Ability to work within a team environment and build relationships across the organisation as well as with external stakeholders & regulatory agencies etcCo-ordination of complaint handling Analysis and Investigation activities for a wide range of Medtronic products including receipt and documenting of incoming complaint devices relating to eventsPerform analysis and investigation, and laboratory duties related to the complaint Analysis and Investigation activities. Assisting in test procedure development and non-routine analyses relating to root cause investigationsCo-ordination of cross-functional activities in the investigation of customer complaints and determination of root causePossess an awareness of the manufacturing process and final products, including terminology associated with the product use and failure modes typically experienced by the customerConduct laboratory support functions, Performs and coordinate instrument maintenance, calibration and alignment checksCommunicate key information including escalation of Quality Issues to the CQXM Management and key extended post market quality teams & functional management to ensure full engagement &alignmentContribute to continuous improvement activities to support the role out of cell operating systems and principles within the CQXM department. Delivering cost-down through innovative solutionsEnsures that corrective measures meet acceptable reliability standards and that documentation is compliant with requirementsSupport new product launch as part of the Product Development Process ensuring that CQXM requirements are included in the processEnsure compliance to all applicable department, site-wide procedures and regulations. Support Internal and External audit preparation and activity which includes application and maintenance of quality standards for all activities associated Train and support new analystsKey Skills & Experience Min of a bachelor’s degree (Level 8 NFQ) in a relevant technical discipline (e.g., Engineering, Science)Experience in a medical device or related environment desirableStrong interpersonal, communication and organizational skillsPractical working knowledge of statistical data analysis, problem solving and quality improvement tools and techniques preferableTechnical writing skillsAbility to multi-task and to take initiative is essentialEffective time management skillsBuilds and maintains positive relationships with others; shows respect and consideration for othersMedtronic offer a competitive salary and flexible Benefits Package Physical Job RequirementsThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.   Benefits & CompensationMedtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits PackageA commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create.  We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.  Pay range / Rango salarial / Intervalo salarial /Fascia retributiva / Tranche de salaire / Gehaltsband / Salaribereik:  Ireland: 41,600.00 EUR - 62,400.00 EUR |  This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).About MedtronicWe lead global healthcare technology and boldly attack the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions.Our Mission — to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life — unites a global team of 95,000+ passionate people. We are engineers at heart— putting ambitious ideas to work to generate real solutions for real people. From the R&D lab, to the factory floor, to the conference room, every one of us experiments, creates, builds, improves and solves. We have the talent, diverse perspectives, and guts to engineer the extraordinary.Learn more about our business, mission, and our commitment to diversity here