Supplier Quality Specialist Job Listing at Kelly Services in Eagan, MN (Job ID US3530982_BH9712592)

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Supplier Quality Specialist – Eagan, MN

The Supplier Quality Specialist will be responsible for qualifying suppliers by conducting audits and establishing quality agreements, as well as reviewing new material requests and monitoring supplier performance. This role will also emphasize continuous improvement by implementing effective supplier corrective actions. The specialist will be crucial in ensuring that products adhere to industry standards, regulatory requirements, and internal quality goals, while fostering a culture of compliance and continuous improvement within the organization.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the Purchasing department to lead supplier qualification efforts, including distributing and reviewing supplier questionnaires and auditing critical suppliers.
• Work with other Quality teams to ensure supplier agreements meet our internal quality requirements.
• Investigate nonconformances related to incoming materials and issue supplier corrective actions as needed.
• Oversee the timely resolution of supplier corrective actions.
• Develop and track key performance indicators for incoming quality, using this data to monitor supplier performance and ensure compliance.
• Maintain and store records related to suppliers and incoming quality in accordance with internal procedures.
• Ensure adherence to company policies, procedures, and quality standards, including Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), safety, and environmental regulations.
• Attend safety, GMP, and other required company training sessions.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Science
• 1-3+ years of experience in a regulated life science industry (e.g., pharmaceuticals, medical devices, cosmetics)
• ASQ certification (e.g., CQE, CSQP, CQA) is preferred but not required
• Experience in Supplier Quality or Purchasing functions is preferred but not required
• Strong understanding of quality assurance methods and tools
• Familiarity with quality management software and systems (e.g., Document Control, Nonconformances, CAPA, FMEA, Statistics)
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities with high ethical standards and professional integrity
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Details:

• Direct Hire
• Mon – Friday first shift role
• $80,000 - $100,000/year
• Comprehensive Benefits, Paid Time Off, 401(k), etc.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

Why Kelly® Science & Clinical?

Kelly Science & Clinical is your connection to premier scientific and clinical companies looking to hire industry experts just like you. Our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world's most critical challenges. Every day, we match science professionals with dream jobs that fit their skills, interests, and career goals—it's the way we think job searching should be. Nearly 100 percent of our science recruiters have a professional background and education in science, so we know a thing or two about the science market and how to get your expertise noticed.

About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we're obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it's about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It's the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It's the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly's Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California's state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

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