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Being part of CooperVision means helping improve the way people see each day. It’s more than making contact lenses, it’s about giving lens wearers freedom and confidence to move about their daily lives. We’re all about bright futures - for our people and those who wear our contact lenses.\nJob summary - What to expect:\nReporting to the Quality Engineering Manager, the Quality Engineer is responsible for ensuring all new projects meet Quality Management System (QMS) requirements and for improving product quality through data analysis and continuous improvement initiatives.The Quality Engineer serves as the main point of contact for quality and compliance activities, supporting UKM Business Units in all manufacturing quality matters. Working collaboratively within the quality team, they maintain and enhance QMS procedures and processes, promote best practices, and drive continuous improvement projects to improve overall quality performance.\nYour responsibilities will include:\nNew Product/Process Introduction:\nInvolvement in project teams in the development and introduction of new products and processes.\n\nWorking with the project teams to ensure they meet the requirements of the Quality Management Systems.\n\nProcess Validation:\nInvolvement in the planning and preparation of projects which require process validation Activities.\n\nWorking with the UKM Production/Project engineer’s and support departments (e.g. facilities) in the preparation of validation plans, protocols and reports.\n\nSupport the training of the CooperVision validation process.\n\nRisk Management/FMEA:\nAssist Production/Project Engineers and support departments in ensuring that the correct evaluation of the processes risks, using a risk based (FMEA) approach.\n\nSupport the training of the CooperVision Risk Management/FMEA process.\n\nEngineering change control:\nAs a designated change Assessor for the UKM, involvement in the planning and the preparation of Engineering changes orders (ECO) within UKM.\n\nSupport the training of the CooperVision ECO/Change Management Process.\n\nQuality Data Trending & Process Capability:\nData Analysis of the production lines and liaising with the production/project engineers and support departments to provide solutions to quality-based issues.\n\nProactive approach to leading projects groups using structured problem-solving approach to improve the quality of the products/process.\n\nMonitoring the processes and reporting on trends.\n\nAdditional duties;\n\nWorking with the wider quality team to ensure compliance with Laws & Regulations such as FDA and Medical Device Regulations (MDR) to ensure BU(s) are always in an ‘audit ready’ state.\n\nSupport both CAPA and NCR teams in the investigation and determination of root cause. Evaluating preventive actions have taken place.\n\nAny other duties as directed by the QA Management.\n\nA full job description is available upon request.\nExperience & Education:\nStrong communication and influencing skills, with the ability to promote quality best practices and achieve objectives through collaboration. \nSelf-motivated and proactive, with the initiative to drive improvements and see projects through to completion. \nExcellent planning, organisation, and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and projects effectively. \nKnowledge and experience of Quality Management Systems (QMS), including FDA, MDR, and GMP/QSR requirements. \nApplied knowledge of statistical quality tools, including SPC and Acceptance Sampling. \nAbility to interpret technical documentation and analyse data to support quality improvements. \nProficient in Microsoft Office applications.\nTwo years contact lens or process knowledge in QA, and / or manufacturing.\n\nKnowledge of Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma methodology.\n\nStrong, current grasp of regulatory and GMP requirements - knowledge of FDA and Mdr processes specifically would be a distinct advantage.\n\nEducated to degree level and/or relevant experience in a similar manufacturing environment\n\nCurrent driving license.\n\nWhat we offer:\nYou will receive competitive compensation and a fantastic benefits package including 25 days holiday, pension scheme, healthcare cover, life assurance, access to our Wellness Platform to support you in mental health and wellbeing, a discounted contact lens scheme and much more!\nWe are committed to our employees’ personal and professional development and offer extensive training to support your career growth and help every individual to reach their full potential. To help us achieve our goals, we will give you everything you need to help you achieve yours.\nWe also provide access to LinkedIn Learning to help you develop in your career and grow with CooperVision.\nWhat you can expect:\nAs a CooperVision employee, you will be welcomed into a diverse and progressive global business. We appreciate how important fostering an inclusive culture is and how different perspectives add value and contribute to our success.\nIf you like what you see, take the first step towards your Brighter Future, and apply today! 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