Job Description

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)

Location / Division Specific Information
This position is based at the Inchinnan, U.K. site and supports supplier quality activities across the
BCD supply base. The Supplier Quality Engineer III partners with Procurement, Manufacturing, and
Quality teams to ensure supplier compliance, reduce cost of poor quality, and strengthen supplier
capability.
Scope and Impact
The role manages supplier quality performance for assigned suppliers providing raw materials,
reagents, and critical manufacturing components. Responsibilities include supplier qualification,
investigation of nonconformances, supplier audits, and supplier development initiatives that
strengthen supply chain reliability.
A Day in the Life
• Lead investigation and resolution of supplier-related nonconformances.
• Drive supplier corrective actions using structured problem-solving methods such as 8D or
DMAIC.
• Collaborate with Procurement, Manufacturing, and Quality teams to address supplier risks.
• Serve as the primary quality liaison with assigned suppliers.
• Conduct or support supplier audits and ensure effective closure of findings.
• Analyze supplier performance metrics and identify improvement opportunities.
• Support supplier qualification, onboarding, and change management processes.
Measures of Success
• Reduction of supplier-related nonconformances
• Improved supplier performance metrics
• Effective closure of supplier corrective actions
• Reduction of supplier-driven cost of poor quality
• Reduced risk across supply chain
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Biological Sciences, or related
technical discipline preferred. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be
considered.
Experience
Minimum 5 years of experience in Quality Engineering, Supplier Quality, or Supplier Management
within a regulated manufacturing environment. Experience working within ISO 13485 environments
required; experience with 21 CFR Part 820 or GMP-regulated industries preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Experience managing supplier quality performance and corrective actions
• Proficiency with structured problem-solving tools such as 8D, FMEA, DMAIC, and Pareto
analysis
• Knowledge of statistical tools including SPC, statistical sampling, and DOE
• Ability to analyze supplier performance data and drive improvement actions
• Experience with Quality Management Systems and supplier quality data systems
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
Working Conditions
Periodic visits to supplier manufacturing facilities and internal production areas may be required.
Appropriate PPE including cleanroom garments may be necessary depending on the environment.
Benefits
Thermo Fisher Scientific offers competitive compensation, annual incentive plans, healthcare
benefits, pension contributions, and a comprehensive range of employee benefits. The organization
provides strong opportunities for professional development and career growth.