Director, Quality Engineering
- Location
- Alpharetta, GA
- Employment
- Full Time
- Work model
- On-Site
- Level
- Staff
- Posted
About this role
Owens & Minor is a global healthcare solutions company providing essential products, services and technology solutions that support care delivery in leading hospitals, health systems and research centers around the world. For over 140 years, Owens & Minor has delivered comfort and confidence behind the scenes, so healthcare stays at the forefront, helping to make each day better for the hospitals, healthcare partners, and communities we serve. Powered by more than 14,000 teammates worldwide, Owens & Minor exists because every day, everywhere, Life Takes Care™. Global Reach with a Local Touch 140+ years serving healthcare Over 14,000 teammates worldwide Serving healthcare partners in 80 countries Manufacturing facilities in the U.S., Honduras, Mexico, Thailand and Ireland 40+ distribution centers Portfolio of 300 propriety and branded product offerings 1,000 branded medical product suppliers 4,000 healthcare partners served Benefits Comprehensive Healthcare Plan - Medical, dental, and vision plans start on day one of employment for full-time teammates. Educational Assistance - We offer educational assistance to all eligible teammates enrolled in an approved, accredited collegiate program. Employer-Paid Life Insurance and Disability - We offer employer-paid life insurance and disability coverage. Voluntary Supplemental Programs – We offer additional options to secure your financial future including supplemental life, hospitalization, critical illness, and other insurance programs. Support for your Growing Family – Adoption assistance, fertility benefits (in medical plan) and parental leave are available for teammates planning for a family. Health Savings Account (HSA) and 401(k) - We offer these voluntary financial programs to help teammates prepare for their future, as well as other voluntary benefits. Paid Leave - In addition to sick days and short-term leave, we offer holidays, vacation days, personal days, and additional types of leave – including parental leave. Well-Being – Also included in our offering is a Teammate Assistance Program (TAP), Calm Health, Cancer Resources Services, and discount programs – all at no cost to you. The compensation for this position will be between $170,000 - $190,000 annually with potential for 20% annual bonus. Actual compensation will be based on applicable experience and education/training.
Summary
The Director, Quality Engineering provides global leadership for the Quality Engineering function supporting product development, manufacturing, distribution, supplier quality, and post-market activities. The role develops and implements Quality Engineering strategies, standards, processes, and technical capabilities that ensure medical devices are designed, manufactured, and distributed in accordance with applicable safety, efficacy, quality, customer, and regulatory requirements. The Director leads and develops a high-performing Quality Engineering organization supporting manufacturing facilities and distribution operations. The role embeds prevention-based Quality Engineering practices throughout the product lifecycle, from early product development and new-product introduction through commercial manufacturing, distribution, and post-market support. The role partners with Research and Development, Operations, Engineering, Product Supply, Supplier Quality, Regulatory Affairs, and other functions to improve product and process robustness, reduce quality-related risks, and ensure Quality Engineering practices support business growth, operational performance, and customer expectations.
Responsibilities
Develops and executes the global Quality Engineering strategy in alignment with the company’s Quality Assurance strategy, product-development priorities, manufacturing objectives, and business requirements. Leads the global Quality Engineering function and provides direction to Quality Engineering