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Job Summary:
Varian is looking for a Product Quality Engineering Manager to join our team. The position will work 100% onsite at our Palo Alto, CA facility and will cover responsibilities in Palo Alto, CA and San Jose, CA.
In this position, you will play an instrumental role in engaging with our local and global partners, driving various transformation initiatives and providing daily support to our manufacturing operations partners.
In this role, you will coordinate and lead a team of 10 while maintaining responsibility for the following duties:
- Designing, generating, implementing and maintaining technical quality assurance and quality control systems and protocols, standard operating procedures and methods for inspecting and processing materials into partially finished or finished products
- Providing engineering support for designing and conducting research/technical projects and contributing to the identification, definition and implementation of appropriate standards, methods and procedures for inspecting, testing and evaluating the precision, accuracy and reliability of production processes, production equipment and finished products
- Assisting engineering in evaluating and defining requirements for automated manufacturing and testing integrated systems and processes
- Spending time on the manufacturing floor to determine process improvements, participating in investigations, root cause analyses, corrective action planning, implementation activities and interfacing with all cross functional departments to increase Product Quality using recognized Six Sigma and Lean methodologies
- Participating in the reviewing of engineering designs to contribute quality requirements and considerations and executing New Product Introduction/Design Transfer activities by characterizing manufacturing processes for parts/components in development to ensure smooth transition from Research & Development to manufacturing, including participation and leadership of the development of equipment and process validation requirements (Failure Modes and Effects Analysis, Installation Qualification, Operational Qualification, Performance Qualification), using appropriate statistical tools and techniques
- Ensuring compliance with internal and external safety, quality and regulatory standards requirements (e.g. Food and Drug Administration, International Organization for Standardization) by reviewing and approving product and quality system changes with Engineering and Manufacturing
- Participating in Review Boards, assisting product support areas in gathering and performing data analysis using appropriate statistical tools and techniques to identify trends, developing technical investigation plans, and recommending updates or changes to quality standards and procedures when necessary
- Providing all planning necessary and reviewing production schedules with cross-functional teams to ensure effective and timely product acceptance based on the Device Master Records and critical shipment dates
- Providing engineering support to manufacturing and conducting the evaluation and disposition of nonconforming product and process related issues using a risk-based approach to resolve problems impacting production fulfillment
- Leading activities related to the implementation and effectiveness of the equipment calibration program, such as: authoring, revising and maintaining equipment related procedures, work instructions and forms; creating, modifying and maintaining equipment calibration requirements; advising instrument owners/departments on calibration related issues; assisting cross-functional engineering groups in investigating equipment non-conformances and out of tolerance results; leading and/or contributing to system and process improvement projects; etc.
- Performing all required management responsibilities including but not limited to: implementing the company's policies, programs, and guidelines; ensuring employee selection, productivity, evaluation and growth; managing resources to ensure the efficient operation of the function; knowing Varian's business; and maintaining functional, technical, and external market awareness necessary for managing immediate organization.
Minimum Required Skills and Knowledge:
- Ability, competence, and confidence to lead a team of 10 employees
- Effective interpersonal skills
- Proficient in utilizing business tools such as: E-mail, Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Experience with HCM (e.g., Workday) or equivalent ERP product and productivity software desired
Typical Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) and 5 years of related experience combined with 1 year of management experience or supervisory equivalent required
At Varian, a Siemens Healthineers Company, we bring together the world's best talent to realize our vision of a world without fear of cancer. Together, we work passionately to develop and deliver easy-to-use, efficient oncology solutions.
We are part of an incredible community of scientists, clinicians, developers, researchers, professionals, and skilled specialists pushing the boundaries of what’s possible, to improve people’s lives around the world. We embrace a culture of inclusivity in which the power and potential of every individual can be unleashed. We spark ideas that lead to positive impact and continued success.
If you want to be part of this important mission, we want to hear from you.
We are part of an incredible community of scientists, clinicians, developers, researchers, professionals, and skilled specialists pushing the boundaries of what’s possible, to improve people’s lives around the world. We embrace a culture of inclusivity in which the power and potential of every individual can be unleashed. We spark ideas that lead to positive impact and continued success.
If you want to be part of this important mission, we want to hear from you.
