Supervisor, QC, Orchid Alabama

ABOUT US

Orchid's Arab site in northern Alabama is not far from Huntsville, rated #1 best place to live in the U.S. by U.S. News & World Report 2022-2023. Arab is centrally located to world class recreation and attractions, as well as top-ranked schools and low cost of living. The Arab, AL site was established in 2007 and joined the Orchid team in 2012. Our 70,000 square foot facility employees approximately 200 team members. We focus primarily on advanced machining of complex instruments for the large joint, spine and trauma markets. Our key products are instruments, implants, and trials. A career at Orchid provides competitive benefits, the ability to take on new responsibilities, and learn and grow in your career.

SHIFT

A BRIEF OVERVIEW

The Supervisor I, Quality is responsible for the effective, efficient, and proactive operation of quality team members and equipment. They assume ultimate responsibility for ensuring parts shipped meet customer requirements.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Lead and develop team members following Orchid's approach to select, manage, and develop our best team. Ensure the growth of our positive business culture through behaviors that align with our core values and leadership competencies.
• Ensure team members have the required knowledge and skills prior to performing job duties independently, including conducting, documenting, and evaluating training effectiveness.
• Assists in the Nonconformance and Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) processes to ensure timely responses to quality issues
• Provides daily quality decisions and direction on product-related issues
• Interface with customers regarding quality concerns topics that include, but are not limited to metrology, inspection techniques, quality paperwork/certifications, and performance scorecards
• Conceive, present, and lead continuous improvement projects related to Quality Control and Document Control
• Track and trend internal and external quality metrics to proactively solve problems
• Participate in internal and/or external audits to ensure compliance to procedures and regulatory requirements
• Utilize One Orchid global processes to meet Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for Quality that support Safety, Compliance, Six Sigma Quality, On-Time Delivery (OTD), and facility financial objectives
• Participate in regular RPN reduction activities linked to the PFMEA process to proactively prevent quality or manufacturing-related problems
• Lead change efforts to improve internal rework and scrap to improve KPI Metrics

EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Or Equivalent (Required)
• Bachelor (Preferred)

EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in a FDA Regulated Environment (Required)
• 3+ Years of Experience in a Quality Role in a Manufacturing Environment (Required)
• 1+ Years of Experience Leading a Team (Required)
• Experience Leading Internal Quality Audits (Preferred)
• Experience in Medical Device Manufacturing (Preferred)

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) - American Society for Quality (ASQ) (Preferred)
• Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) - American Society for Quality (ASQ) (Preferred)

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS THAT ENABLE SUCCESS

• Problem Solving - Working Experience
• Quality Management - Extensive Experience
• Manufacturing Regulatory Environment - Extensive Experience
• Data Analysis Tools - Working Experience
• Leadership - Working Experience
• Computer Knowledge - Basic Knowledge
• Communication - Working Experience
• Interpersonal Communication - Basic Knowledge
• Decision Making and Critical Thinking - Working Experience

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position - Frequently
• Must be able to move about the inside of the building - Frequently
• Must be able to communicate and exchange information with others - Frequently
• Must be able to distinguish and detect information such as writing and defects - Frequently

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Opportunity to work in a growing company
• Ability to help people live a longer, more active life
• Comprehensive benefit package
• Ability to work in an organization that values:
  • Integrity First: We do the right thing
  • Teamwork: We are one Orchid
  • Results: Our results matter

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Candidates offered employment may be required to submit to a pre-employment background check and pre-employment drug-screening based on position requirements
• Candidates must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States through eVerify

At Orchid, we fully support a diverse and inclusive workplace and we are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, hair type, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.

Orchid Orthopedic Solutions only pays fees for solicited presentations of job seekers submitted through our preferred vendor job board by recruiters, employment agencies, or other parties.