Supplier Quality Engineer I – Supplier Changes
CH–Neuchâtel–Le Locle, Vacancy ID JR-3790

Integra LifeSciences is a global medical technology leader in neurosurgery and regenerative medicine driven by our purpose of restoring patients’ lives. The company offers a broad portfolio of products and innovative solutions for dural access and repair, cerebral spinal fluid management and neuro-critical care. Its regenerative tissue technologies include products that address soft tissue, peripheral nerve and tendon repairs and for the treatment of acute and chronic wounds, burns, as well as for plastic and reconstructive surgery.
Founded in 1989 by Richard E. Caruso, the company is headquartered in Princeton, New Jersey. Today, Integra LifeSciences has grown immensely, with more than 4200 employees worldwide as well as offices, manufacturing and research facilities in Asia, Australia, Europe, Middle East, and the Americas.
Changing lives. Building Careers.
Joining us is a chance for you to do important work that creates change and shapes the future of healthcare. Thinking differently is what we do best. To us, change equals opportunity. Every day, more than 4,000 of us are challenging what’s possible and making headway to help improve outcomes.
The Supplier Quality Engineer I (SQE) responsible for managing the Supplier Change Request (SCR) process plays a vital role in ensuring that any changes made by suppliers to materials, processes, or designs are thoroughly evaluated, meet Integra’s quality standards, and are implemented seamlessly. This role involves reviewing and approving SCRs, collaborating with suppliers and cross-functional teams, conducting risk assessments, and ensuring ongoing compliance with regulatory and quality requirements while minimizing production disruptions.
RESPONSIBILITIES
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Supplier Change Request Management:
Serve as the central point of contact for all suppliers’ change requests.
Review and validate SCR documentation for completeness and accuracy.
Collaborate with suppliers to gather necessary information for proposed changes.
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including Quality, Regulatory, R&D, and Operations, to evaluate the impact of proposed changes.
Ensure alignment between internal stakeholders and supplier activities.
Process Compliance:
Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of SCR activities in the designated quality management system (QMS).
Communication and Reporting:
Provide regular updates on the status of SCRs to stakeholders and leadership.
Generate metrics and reports to monitor and improve the efficiency of the SCR process.
Continuous Improvement:
Identify opportunities to streamline the SCR process and improve overall efficiency.
Support initiatives to enhance supplier performance and compliance.
Reporting and Metrics:
Monitor SCR performance, including cycle times, approvals, and compliance rates.
Prepare and present reports and dashboards to track process effectiveness and drive decision-making.
QUALIFICATIONS
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required for his position.
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management, Supply Chain, or a related field.
Six Sigma, ASQ, or other quality-related certifications are a plus.
Skills/Knowledge:
1-2 years of experience in supplier quality, manufacturing, supply chain, or quality systems in the medical device, pharmaceutical, or life sciences industry.
Familiarity with ISO 13485, FDA regulations, and other applicable standards.
Fluent in French and English
Strong organizational and project management skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
Proficiency in QMS software and tools.
Analytical mindset with a focus on risk assessment and problem-solving.
We are proud of our 25 year heritage as a leader in regenerative medicine. Today, our scientific innovation and diverse product portfolio continue to help patients and surgeons around the world.
We have an entrepreneurial, small company feel, yet deliver big company results. Your ideas – big and small – are welcome here. We embrace change and reward our people who are committed to making Integra a stronger company.
We believe how we do things is as important as what we do. Our Values guide how we work and how we act towards our customers, patients and each other every day. We value Our People, Integrity, Excellence, Embracing Change, Decisiveness and Teamwork.