Supplier Quality Engineer 2
Teleflex · Chelmsford, MA
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Quality
- Travel
- 10%
- Degree
- Required
- Industry
- Medical devices
- Posted
- Recently
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level quality role at Teleflex (medical devices) in Chelmsford, MA.
- They ask for
- degree required
- Tools it names
- Root cause, ISO 13485, FDA / GMP, Supplier quality
- Day to day
- about 10% travel
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Quality Engineer roles in Massachusetts: typical posted base $107k–$149k.
Median of the low and high ends of 50 live postings that list pay, out of 70 quality engineer openings in Massachusetts, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 69 other live quality postings in Massachusetts.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Typical $100k–$138k, from 39 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Root cause 69%
- ✓ FDA / GMP 60%
- Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) 51%
- CAPA 50%
- ✓ ISO 13485 46%
- FMEA 37%
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This plant: Teleflex in Chelmsford
1 other open role at this site.
- Sr. Quality Engineer, CAPA & PMO · Quality · Senior
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Position Summary
The Supplier Quality Engineer 2 is responsible for supporting the selection, qualification, monitoring, and development of suppliers to ensure purchased materials, finished goods, and critical services meet applicable quality and regulatory requirements. This role partners with suppliers and internal stakeholders to investigate nonconformances, drive effective corrective actions, manage supplier changes, analyze quality trends, and lead improvement initiatives that strengthen supplier performance and product quality.
Responsibilities
- ◆Perform supplier compliance functions and activities for prospective new components.
- ◆Perform supplier development activities with suppliers of defective materials, including developing and executing Supplier Quality Plans, SCAR follow-up, and implementing Six-Sigma and Continuous Improvement methods and techniques.
- ◆Resolve ineffective supplier corrective action plans with suppliers.
- ◆Coordinate supplier change requests.
- ◆Develop and implement appropriate strategies to support the change request.
- ◆Analyze and identify trends from quality data and develop proactive measures with the supplier in support of continuous improvement and supplier development.
- ◆Adhere to and ensure the compliance of Teleflex Code of Conduct, all Company policies, rules, procedures, and housekeeping standards.
Requirements
- ✓Four-year college degree in a technical or engineering discipline.
- ✓Minimum of two years of experience working within a regulated industry.
Specialized Skills / Other
Requirements
- ✓Excellent verbal communication, technical writing, training presentation, and team facilitation skills.
- ✓Experience with Microsoft Office 365.
- ✓Knowledge of problem-solving and root cause analysis methods.
- ✓Knowledge of statistical techniques.
- ✓Knowledge of ISO 13485 and Quality System Regulation
requirements
under 21 CFR Part 820.
- ✓Experience with SharePoint Online and Microsoft Teams is preferred.
The pay range for this position at the commencement of employment is expected to be between $87,400.00 and $131,100.00; however, the base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position will also include benefits such as medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, participation in a 401(k) savings plan, and various paid time off benefits, such as PTO, short- and long-term disability, and parental leave, dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.
If hired, the employee will be in an “at-will position,” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretiona
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Expected Travel : Up to 10%
About Teleflex Incorporated
As a global provider of medical technologies, Teleflex is driven by our purpose to improve the health and quality of people’s lives. Through our vision to become the most trusted partner in healthcare, we offer a diverse portfolio with solutions in the therapy areas of anesthesia, emergency medicine, interventional cardiology and radiology, surgical, vascular access, and urology. We believe that the potential of great people, purpose-driven innovation, and world-class products can shape the future direction of healthcare.
Teleflex is the home of Arrow™, Barrigel™, Deknatel™, LMA™, Pilling™, QuikClot™, Rüsch™, UroLift™ and Weck™ – trusted brands united by a common sense of purpose.
At Teleflex, we are empowering the future of healthcare. For more information, please visit teleflex.com.
Acute Care - The Acute Care division of Teleflex is dedicated to empowering healthcare professionals with industry-trusted devices that advance the practice of anesthesia and respiratory care. Our portfolio includes LMA™ Airways, Rüsch™ Laryngoscopes, Rüsch™ and Sheridan™ Endotracheal Tubes, and Arrow™ Pain Management—products designed to provide reliability, performance, and clinical value. Built on a foundation of quality and innovation, our solutions support clinicians across a wide range of care settings, including emergency prehospital environments, hospitals, and procedural settings. Each product is developed with a focus on patient safety, ease of use, and consistency, helping providers respond effectively to evolving clinical demands. Join a dynamic, growing team that offers healthcare providers advanced medical technology solutions that make a difference in patients' lives.
Individual contributors
- •Commitment to Goals –Demonstrating a strong commitment to goals is essential for both individual and team success. This means taking clear ownership, maintaining focus on priorities, and consistently delivering high-quality results. Proactive time management, seeking support when appropriate, and overcoming obstacles are necessary to meet expectations. Aligning individual efforts with team and organizational objectives is critical to driving measurable outcomes.
- •Continuous Improvement - Continuous improvement involves actively identifying ways to enhance performance, skills, and contributions. Staying open to feedback, adapting to change, and applying lessons learned are required. Individual contributors are expected to seek growth opportunities and implement improvements that provide tangible value to the team and organization.
- •Culture and Values – Upholding our culture and values is fundamental to fostering a respectful, inclusive, and ethical work environment. Individual contributors are accountable for their actions, demonstrate respect and integrity, and consistently model behaviors that align with organizational values. Supporting an inclusive team culture and the broader organizational mission strengthens our workplace and sets a positive standard.
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