Job Description

Support Medline’s Supplier Quality operations by executing supplier qualification, monitoring, and performance activities for a global supply base. This role assists with supplier assessments, documentation review, audits, and issue resolution to ensure compliance with FDA regulations, ISO standards, and internal quality system requirements. The position partners cross functionally while developing foundational expertise in supplier quality and regulatory compliance.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

Conduct supplier audits to verify compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 13485, and applicable regulatory requirements related to high-risk vendors

Support supplier qualification, requalification, and disqualification activities for moderate to high‑risk suppliers, including documentation review and approval routing

Review and approve supplier quality records and compliance documentation in accordance with internal procedures

Execute Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCARs) by tracking actions, verifying evidence, and documenting effectiveness under supervision

Assist with supplier communication related to quality requirements, documentation requests, and corrective actions to Medline’s internal business partners and external suppliers

Provide technical guidance and training to suppliers on quality standards and best practices

Support containment activities and investigations related to supplier nonconformances

Utilize root cause analysis and risk management tools to prevent recurrence of issues

Maintain accurate and timely records of supplier audits, performance reviews, nonconformances, and corrective actions

Prepare routine reports, dashboards, and summaries for supplier quality performance and compliance tracking

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Biology, Quality Management, or related field

Work Experience

3–5 years in supplier quality, manufacturing quality, or similar role

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Knowledge of ISO standards, FDA regulations (if applicable), statistical process control (SPC), and quality tools (FMEA, PPAP, APQP)

Strong communication, problem-solving, and negotiation skills
Medical Device or drug experience

Travel up to 25% (domestic and/or international)

PREFERRED JOB REQUIREMENTS

Certification / Licensure

ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Certified Supplier Quality Professional

Six Sigma Green Belt or higher

Work Experience

Supplier quality auditing

Audit hosting experience

Medline Industries, LP, and its subsidiaries, offer a competitive total rewards package, continuing education & training, and tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organization.

The anticipated salary range for this position:

$79,000.00 - $119,000.00 Annual

The actual salary will vary based on applicant’s location, education, experience, skills, and abilities. This role is bonus and/or incentive eligible. Medline will not pay less than the applicable minimum wage or salary threshold.

Our benefit package includes health insurance, life and disability, 401(k) contributions, paid time off, etc., for employees working 30 or more hours per week on average. For roles where employees work less than 30 hours per week, benefits include 401(k) contributions, paid time off, as well as access to the Employee Assistance Program, Employee Resource Groups and the Employee Service Corp. For a more comprehensive list of our benefits please click here

We’re dedicated to creating a Medline where everyone feels they belong and can grow their career. We strive to do this by seeking diversity in all forms, acting inclusively, and ensuring that people have tools and resources to perform at their best. Explore our Belonging page here

Medline Industries, LP is an equal opportunity employer. Medline evaluates qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, neurodivergence, protected veteran status, marital or family status, caregiver responsibilities, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.