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Unlimited. At Smith+Nephew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living.\nJoin Integrity Orthopaedics, now part of Smith+Nephew, as a Quality Engineer II in Maple Plain, Minnesota. This is an exciting opportunity to bring your quality engineering expertise to a growing medical device manufacturing operation, taking ownership of key quality activities while partnering across engineering, manufacturing, purchasing, and quality teams.\nWhat will you be doing?\nIndependently own and execute manufacturing quality objectives focused on product performance, process control, compliance, and scalability.\nLead investigations into manufacturing and product quality events, including nonconformances, process issues, material discrepancies, and customer complaints, developing effective corrective and preventive actions.\nProvide hands on quality support for manufacturing processes, including sterile packaging and sterilization activities.\nLead defined cross functional quality and continuous improvement projects, applying practical problem solving and lean quality principles.\nPartner with Manufacturing Engineering, Process Development, R&D, Purchasing, and Quality to integrate quality requirements into new and expanding manufacturing lines.\nMonitor supplier and incoming material quality performance and support supplier corrective actions.\nApply inspection methods, engineering drawings and specifications, measurement tools, sampling plans, and nonconforming material controls.\nProvide technical guidance and training support to less experienced team members and inspection personnel.\nMaintain clear, accurate, and timely quality records while supporting compliance with applicable regulatory requirements.\nWhat will you need to be successful?\nA bachelor's degree with at least 2 years of related work experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. A four year engineering degree is preferred.\nExperience independently leading investigations, improvement activities, or corrective action projects within medical devices or another regulated manufacturing environment.\nWorking knowledge of inspection methods, engineering drawings, measurement tools, sampling plans, quality documentation, and manufacturing process controls.\nExperience across multiple manufacturing quality functions is preferred, particularly receiving inspection, incoming quality control, supplier quality, sterile packaging, sterilization, and process validation.\nStrong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work independently with limited supervision and provide technical guidance to others. The role requires the ability to lift up to 20 pounds.\nBefore applying, please note that this position is not eligible for employer-sponsored immigration support. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States and must not require S+N sponsorship now or in the future to maintain that authorization.\nYou. Unlimited.\nWe believe in creating the greatest good for society. Our strongest investments are in our people and the patients we serve. \nInclusion and Belonging: Committed to Welcoming, Celebrating and Thriving on Inclusion and Belonging. Learn more about Employee Inclusion Groups on our website. \nYour Future: 401k Matching Program, 401k Plus Program, Discounted Stock Purchase Plan, Tuition Reimbursement \nWork/Life Balance: Flexible Personal/Vacation Time Off, Paid Holidays, Flex Holidays, Paid Community Service Day \nYour Wellbeing: Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account (Employer Contribution of $500+ annually), Employee Assistance Program, Parental Leave, Fertility and Adoption Assistance Program \nFlexibility: Hybrid Work Model (For most professional roles) \nTraining: Hands-On, Team-Customized, Mentorship \nExtra Perks: Discounts on fitness clubs, travel and more!\nThe anticipated base compensation range for this position is 74,250.00 - 111,500.00 USD annually.\nThe actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, and internal equity. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at the high end of the range for their role at Smith + Nephew. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.\nIn addition to base pay, we provide competitive bonus and benefits, which include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401k, tuition reimbursement, medical leave programs, and a variety of wellness offerings.\nSmith+Nephew provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.\nStay connected by joining our Talent Community.\nWe'remore than just a company - we'rea community! Follow us on LinkedIn to see how we support and empower our employees and patients every day.\nCheck us out on Glassdoor for a glimpse behind the scenes and a sneak peek into You. 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