Role Overview :
We are seeking an experienced Senior Quality Engineer with a strong background in ISO 13485 QMS implementation, CAPA management, supplier quality, validation and audit readiness . The ideal candidate must be someone with hands-on shop floor experience in a regulated manufacturing environment, preferably involving injection moulding, silicone moulding or precision component manufacturing .
The role demands someone who is practical, execution-driven, and highly knowledgeable about manufacturing processes , not just documentation.
Certifications and real manufacturing exposure are non-negotiable requirements.
The candidate should be able to independently manage, maintain and continuously improve a compliant ISO 13485 Quality System with end-to-end ownership.
Key Responsibilities :
Quality System & Compliance
- Maintain and improve the company’s ISO 13485-compliant QMS, ensuring documentation control, change management, and risk analysis meet regulatory expectations.
- Lead internal audits, management reviews, and support external audits (ISO registrar and customer).
- Ensure compliance with ISO standards and customer-specific requirements.
- Develop, revise, and approve quality procedures, forms, and records.
CAPA & Non-Conformance Management
Lead investigations for non-conformances, complaints and deviations using RCA tools (5 Whys, Fishbone etc.).Initiate & manage CAPA until closure with verification for recurrence prevention.Trend quality data & drive continuous improvement using SPC & Lean / Six Sigma tools.Validation & Process Qualification
Author / review IQ / OQ / PQ protocols & reports for processes, equipment & products.Support validation planning aligned with ISO 13485 expectations.Work closely with engineering to ensure smooth design transfer to production.Supplier Quality
Support supplier qualification, audits and performance monitoring.Review CoAs, conduct supplier risk assessments and manage SCAR actions.Maintain supplier files ensuring incoming material compliance.Measurement, Inspection & Calibration
Support inspection planning, AQL sampling, FAI documentation.Ensure calibration control, MSA studies (Gauge R&R) & metrology readiness.Interpret GD&T on drawings and guide inspectors when required.Documentation & Reporting
Maintain validation summary reports, PFMEA, Control Plans, PPAP & audit documentation.Generate quality metrics & dashboards for management.Train operators / engineers / inspectors on QMS processes and documentation.Qualifications & Required Skills :
Education
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Quality or relevant technical domain.Experience
Minimum 8+ years in Quality Engineering in a regulated manufacturing environment.Proven expertise in ISO 13485 implementation, audit preparation, CAPA & risk management .Hands-on manufacturing floor experience is mandatory.Experience with injection moulding / silicone / plastics preferred.Technical Skills
ISO 13485 / ISO 9001 QMS implementation & maintenanceCAPA, Non-conformance investigation & RCA (5 Whys / Fishbone)IQ / OQ / PQ validation documentation & executionSupplier audits, qualification & SCAR managementAQL, FAI, GD&T interpretation, Calibration, MSA / Gauge R&RSPC, statistical tools, Minitab / DOE / control chartsQMS & document control systems, ERP familiarityCertifications — Mandatory / Non-Negotiable
ASQ CQE / CQA / Six Sigma Green / Black Belt requiredSoft & Behavioural Skills
Strong documentation accuracy & analytical capabilityExcellent cross-functional communicationAbility to work independently & ensure quality ownershipDetail-oriented with audit-ready mindsetPerformance Metrics
CAPA closure timelines and recurrence eliminationAudit readiness and minimal non-conformitiesReduction in defects / complaintsQuality documentation compliance & on-time validationsIdeal Fit
Someone who knows the manufacturing floor deeply , not only paperworkCan run Quality autonomously end-to-end, comfortable with high-mix, fast-paced production environments