Job Description
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Role: Senior Quality Engineer
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Blackpool, UK (Onsite)
Number of hours: 40 hours per week – full time
Are you passionate about leading the QA element of process technology and product transfers?
We have an exciting role for you – Senior Quality Engineer.
Careers at TCS: It means more
TCS is a purpose-led transformation company, built on belief. We do not just help businesses to transform through technology. We support them in making a meaningful difference to the people and communities they serve - our clients include some of the biggest brands in the UK and worldwide. For you, it means more to make an impact that matters, through challenging projects which demand ambitious innovation and thought leadership.
* Build strong relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders.
* Gain access to endless learning opportunities.
* Work closely with the range of teams within the business to bring products to life.
The Role
As a Senior Quality Engineer, you will lead the QA element of process / technology and product transfers. In this role you will work with Engineering, Operations and R&D personnel ensuring timely communication to all stakeholders to effect successful project completion.
Key responsibilities:
* Represent Quality - as part of a cross functional team ensure delivery of projects (transfers and new technology) into production with the highest level of quality, compliance, and adherence to timelines.
* Compile and execute validation protocols for new product/processes and software.
* Ensure correct implementation as per standard validation procedures.
* Re-validate as required due to engineering change, deviation analysis or upgrade in systems and material.
* Use of statistical analysis as part of validation activity and defining subsequent inspection and controls in production.
* Develop and utilise DFMEA/PFMEA and other QA risk analysis techniques in order to minimise potential risk during development/implementation activity.
* Liase with R & D to ensure Critical to Quality Characteristics are agreed and documented for all Product transfers.
* Lead Design for Inspection activities for all Product transfers to ensure latest technology is available to reduce Human Error.
* Lead QA input to Design for Manufacture activities on site.
* Ensure daily and project compliance with all Documented Quality systems i.e. FDA QSR’s and ISO 13485/9001 requirements etc.
* Provide technical assistance to carry out problem analysis/complaint investigation as required and define through negotiation effective corrective actions.
* Assist in problem solving for new products and established production process enabling reduction in compliance risks, scrap and reprocessing.
* Assist in developing, reviewing and approving product, gauge, tooling and fixturing drawings.
* Responsible for following all Company guidelines related to Health, Safety and Environmental practices as applicable.
* Responsible for ensuring personal and Company compliance with all Federal, State, local and Company regulations, policies, and procedures.
* Performs other duties assigned as needed.
* Maintain and present self and team matrices to Client and TCS management in structured and timely manner.
* Report issues to the Client and TCS management to ensure appropriate closure.
Your Profile
Essential skills/knowledge/experience:
* University Bachelor’s (or equivalent) degree in Engineering (Manufacturing/Mechanical/Production Engineering) is required. Other Advanced degree or a degree with a focus in Science, Computer Science, or digital area may be acceptable.
* Strong experience in a regulated industry (MedTech or Pharmaceutical/ Medicine) with experience in Quality Engineering.
* Proven ability to successfully introduce new products in the Medical Device Industry.
* Experience and a proven track record of implementing appropriate risk mitigation
* Experience in Process Mapping, Equipment Qualification and Test Method Validation, Capital Evaluation projects, Final Acceptance, Change Management, Nonconformance.
* Understanding of the regulatory requirements for a commercial release (MDSAP, MDD, MDR, FDA, and ISO standards)
* In-depth knowledge of Product/Process Risk Management
* Prior experience in Process / Manufacturing Quality is an asset.
* Prior experience with GD&T, Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Project Management is an asset.
* Experience in Product/Process Transfer, Defining Business Requirements, System Integration/Enhancement, Product and Process verification and Validation.
* Strong communication, teamwork, problem solving and decision-making skills
* Project management skills
* Hands on Experience on PLM process.
* Proficient with MS Office applications such as MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel.
Rewards & Benefits
TCS is consistently voted a Top Employer in the UK and globally. Our competitive salary packages feature pension, health care, life assurance, laptop, phone, access to extensive training resources and discounts within the larger Tata network.
Diversity, Inclusion and Wellbeing
Tata Consultancy Services UK&I is committed to meeting the accessibility needs of all individuals in accordance with the UK Equality Act 2010 and the UK Human Rights Act 1998.
We believe in building and sustaining a culture of equity and belonging where everyone can thrive. Our diversity and inclusion motto is ‘Inclusion without Exception’. Our continued commitment to Culture and Diversity is reflected across our workforce implemented through equitable workplace policies and processes.
You’ll find a welcoming culture and many internal volunteering and social networks to join (these are optional). Our diversity, inclusion and social activities include 12 employee networks such as gender diversity, LGBTQIA+ & Allies, mental health, disability & neurodiversity inclusion and many more, as well as health & wellness initiatives and sports events and we sponsor the London Marathon.
We welcome and embrace diversity in race, nationality, ethnicity, disability, neurodiversity, gender identity, age, physical ability, gender reassignment, sexual orientation. We are a disability inclusive employer and encourage disabled people to apply for this role.
If you are an applicant who needs any adjustments to the application process or interview, please contact us at UKI.recruitment@tcs.com with the subject line: “Adjustment Request” or call TCS London Office 02031552100 to request an adjustment. We welcome requests prior to you completing the application and at any stage of the recruitment process.
Next Steps
Due to a high volume of applications, we will be unable to contact each applicant individually on the status of their application. If you have not received a direct response within 30 days, then it should be deemed unsuccessful on this occasion.
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