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Glaukos Sr. Quality Engineer II – Burlington, MA

How will you make an impact?

As a critical member of the Global Quality organization, the Sr. Supplier Quality Engineer II will support the oversight of suppliers/vendors utilized by Glaukos in the development, manufacturing, and/or distribution of medical devices and pharmaceutical products. This person has primary responsibility for performing supplier/vendor assessments, on-site inspections, and monitoring performance of vendors/suppliers in accordance with the Supplier Quality Management program.

This person will lead and drive assurance of Supplier Quality performance to ensure that suppliers meet all identified regulatory and Glaukos specific requirements impacting component and/or product quality. Initiate, support, and lead, as applicable, the supplier quality related initiatives with suppliers to improve product quality and on-time delivery of contracted goods/services.

What will you do?

  • Work with cross functional department to review and approverequests for new suppliers to determine the supplier risk level and supplier qualification requirements.
  • Determine classification risk level and qualification requirements for new suppliers.
  • Work with suppliers and legal department to create new or redlinequality agreements and maintain quality agreements to support all the supplier’s quality requirement.
  • Manage “Approved Suppliers List” (ASL) information in Oracle regarding the part numbers and service types for suppliers.
  • Submitand review changes to supplier classification, supplier risk level and supplier status.
  • Takenecessary actions, including issuing Supplier Corrective Action Requests) to improve supplier performance.
  • Supportmaintenance of the Supplier Quality Records
  • Supplier Assessment schedule development and execution, including leading on-site and or on-site supplier audits.
  • Update supplier profiles or documentation as needed related to supplier changes.
  • Lead supplier performance management by analyzing performing data, identifying opportunities for improvement, and driving action on suppliers.
  • Analyze and drive resolution of Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCARs).
  • Ensure continuous improvement and optimization of Supplier management procedures and processes.
  • Own the elimination of supplier product risk to improve reliability across the product lifecycle. Engage in Quality activities from concept through development and manufacturing to field use, with internal teams and suppliers.
  • Ensure the execution of product and process requirements with suppliers. Define and improve such requirements.
  • Work cross-functionally to ensure Glaukos quality standards are being met. Facilitate smooth communication between the product team and suppliers.
  • Participate and lead as necessary in the evaluation and improvement of suppliers. Frequent local car and occasional domestic air travel to visit suppliers (up to 50%)
  • Participate inthe continuous improvement of the Quality Management System. Define and improve required documentation and activities.
  • Support investigations, initiatives, and projects as needed, at the team or organization level.

How will you get here?

  • 8+ years relevant work experience in a medical device manufacturing work environment in a quality discipline.
  • Working understanding of 21CFR 210, 211, Annex 1, 21 CFR Part 820, ISO 13845 and ISO 14971 requirements
  • Strong knowledge of regulations applicable to pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturing. Experience in performing Quality System and supplier audits is highly desirable.
  • Strong documentation skills, attention to detail and accuracy
  • Ability to work cooperatively and effectively in a team environment.
  • Experience in Suppler Management with manufactured products.
  • Experience with Quality Management Systems (QMS), Root Cause and Corrective Action.

#GKOSUS

About Us

Sr. Supplier Quality Engineer II

Burlington, MA, United States

Job Description

Glaukos Sr. Quality Engineer II – Burlington, MA

How will you make an impact?

As a critical member of the Global Quality organization, the Sr. Supplier Quality Engineer II will support the oversight of suppliers/vendors utilized by Glaukos in the development, manufacturing, and/or distribution of medical devices and pharmaceutical products. This person has primary responsibility for performing supplier/vendor assessments, on-site inspections, and monitoring performance of vendors/suppliers in accordance with the Supplier Quality Management program.

This person will lead and drive assurance of Supplier Quality performance to ensure that suppliers meet all identified regulatory and Glaukos specific requirements impacting component and/or product quality. Initiate, support, and lead, as applicable, the supplier quality related initiatives with suppliers to improve product quality and on-time delivery of contracted goods/services.

What will you do?

  • Work with cross functional department to review and approverequests for new suppliers to determine the supplier risk level and supplier qualification requirements.
  • Determine classification risk level and qualification requirements for new suppliers.
  • Work with suppliers and legal department to create new or redlinequality agreements and maintain quality agreements to support all the supplier’s quality requirement.
  • Manage “Approved Suppliers List” (ASL) information in Oracle regarding the part numbers and service types for suppliers.
  • Submitand review changes to supplier classification, supplier risk level and supplier status.
  • Takenecessary actions, including issuing Supplier Corrective Action Requests) to improve supplier performance.
  • Supportmaintenance of the Supplier Quality Records
  • Supplier Assessment schedule development and execution, including leading on-site and or on-site supplier audits.
  • Update supplier profiles or documentation as needed related to supplier changes.
  • Lead supplier performance management by analyzing performing data, identifying opportunities for improvement, and driving action on suppliers.
  • Analyze and drive resolution of Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCARs).
  • Ensure continuous improvement and optimization of Supplier management procedures and processes.
  • Own the elimination of supplier product risk to improve reliability across the product lifecycle. Engage in Quality activities from concept through development and manufacturing to field use, with internal teams and suppliers.
  • Ensure the execution of product and process requirements with suppliers. Define and improve such requirements.
  • Work cross-functionally to ensure Glaukos quality standards are being met. Facilitate smooth communication between the product team and suppliers.
  • Participate and lead as necessary in the evaluation and improvement of suppliers. Frequent local car and occasional domestic air travel to visit suppliers (up to 50%)
  • Participate inthe continuous improvement of the Quality Management System. Define and improve required documentation and activities.
  • Support investigations, initiatives, and projects as needed, at the team or organization level.

How will you get here?

  • Bachelor’s degree required.
  • 8+ years relevant work experience in a medical device manufacturing work environment in a quality discipline.
  • Working understanding of 21CFR 210, 211, Annex 1, 21 CFR Part 820, ISO 13845 and ISO 14971 requirements
  • Strong knowledge of regulations applicable to pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturing. Experience in performing Quality System and supplier audits is highly desirable.
  • ASQ certifications preferred. CQA, CBA, CQE, CSSBB
  • Strong documentation skills, attention to detail and accuracy
  • Strong written/oral communication skills
  • Ability to work cooperatively and effectively in a team environment.
  • Experience in Suppler Management with manufactured products.
  • Experience with Quality Management Systems (QMS), Root Cause and Corrective Action.

#GKOSUS

About Us

Generous. Innovative. Leadership-driven. Family-oriented. Socially responsible.

Founded in 1998, Glaukos Corporation is an ophthalmic pharmaceutical and medical technology company focused on developing and commercializing novel therapies for the treatment of glaucoma, corneal disorders, and retinal diseases.

Our mission at Glaukos is to truly transform vision by pioneering novel, dropless therapies that can meaningfully advance the standard of care and improve the lives of patients suffering from chronic, sight-threatening eye diseases.

Innovation is at the core of everything we do, and we are resolute in our commitment to challenge conventional thinking with new treatment alternatives that are supported by real science, robust clinical evidence, and an unrelenting focus on patients.

Our constant pursuit of game-changing technologies that disrupt legacy treatment paradigms is encapsulated in the Glaukos mantra “We’ll Go First,” which articulates our willingness to take chances, our determination to forge new ground, and our commitment to continuous improvement in all that we do.

Our company completed an initial public offering in June of 2015, and our shares are traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol “GKOS”. Our global headquarters is in Aliso Viejo, California with additional locations in San Clemente, California, and Burlington, Massachusetts.

Glaukos Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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Job Info

  • Job Identification
  • 1836
  • Posting Date
  • 07/14/2025, 02:09 PM
  • Job Schedule
  • Full time
  • Locations
  • 01803
  • Salary Range
  • $109,100 - $141,800

Seniority level

  • Seniority levelMid-Senior level

Employment type

  • Employment typeFull-time

Job function

  • Job functionQuality Assurance
  • IndustriesMedical Equipment Manufacturing

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