Supplier Quality Engineering Coop

Essential Functions / Responsibilities

• Support cross-functional Supplier Quality projects in accordance with established procedures and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Collect, organize, analyze, and present supplier quality data, including nonconformance, defect, delivery, audit, and performance information.
• Create and maintain supplier scorecards, trend charts, trackers, and concise status reports using Excel, PowerPoint, and other approved systems.
• Assist Supplier Quality Engineers with supplier and process qualification records, specifications, inspection plans, control plans, and validation documentation.
• Support supplier-related nonconformance investigations by gathering evidence, documenting problem statements, reviewing records, and tracking corrective actions.
• Participate in root cause analysis and continuous improvement activities using structured problem-solving tools under the direction of a Supplier Quality Engineer.
• Assist with preparation for supplier audits, quality reviews, and supplier meetings; document actions and follow up with assigned owners.
• Review quality records and technical documentation for completeness, accuracy, and alignment with approved requirements.
• Help identify process variation, recurring defects, overdue actions, and other potential supplier or supply chain risks for team review.
• Track project schedules, commitments, and due dates; promptly communicate risks, gaps, and support needed.
• Collaborate with Quality, Engineering, Manufacturing, Procurement, and other functions to complete assigned work.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an accredited bachelor’s or master’s degree program in Engineering, Data Science, Quality, Manufacturing, or a related science or technical field.
• Available for the full co-op assignment period and able to work the schedule defined for the position.
• Basic understanding of engineering, manufacturing, statistics, or quality principles through coursework or project experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; ability to organize data and communicate results clearly.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, follow-through, and willingness to learn.
• Ability to work effectively with team members from different functions and backgrounds.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Coursework or project experience in quality engineering, statistics, manufacturing processes, mechanical or electrical systems, or medical devices.
• Exposure to problem-solving methods such as 5 Whys, fishbone diagrams, Pareto analysis, process mapping, or failure mode and effects analysis.
• Experience analyzing data, creating dashboards, or using statistical or visualization tools.
• Interest in supplier management, regulated products, product development, or manufacturing operations.

Learning and Development Opportunities

• Gain hands-on exposure to supplier quality management in a regulated medical device environment.
• Build skills in quality data analysis, technical documentation, investigation support, supplier performance monitoring, and project management.
• Learn how Quality, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Procurement collaborate to manage supplier and product risk.
• Present project results and recommendations to Supplier Quality and cross-functional stakeholders.

Additional Position Requirements

• Primarily onsite in Milpitas, California. Occasional local or supplier-site travel may be requested when appropriate and approved.
• Ability to work in office, laboratory, manufacturing, and warehouse environments as required, while following applicable safety and gowning requirements.
• Permanently authorized to work in the U.S., must not require sponsorship of an employment visa (e.g., H-1B or green card) at the time of application or in the future.