Quality Engineer Systems Assurance
Waukesha, WI - USA
Job Summary
Werfen is a growing family-owned innovative company founded in 1966 in Barcelona Spain. We are a worldwide leader in specialized diagnostics in the areas of Hemostasis Acute Care Diagnostics Transfusion Autoimmunity and Transplant. Through our Original Equipment Manufacturing (OEM) business line we research develop and manufacture customized assays and biomaterials. We operate directly in 30 countries and in more than 100 territories through distributors. Our Headquarters and Technology Centers are located in the US and Europe and our workforce is more than 7000 strong.
Our success comes from a specific focus in these rapidly evolving diagnostic areas our commitment to customers and our dedication to innovation and quality. Were passionate about providing healthcare professionals the most valuable and complete solutions to improve hospital efficiency and enhance patient care
The Quality Engineer - CAPA and Customer Complaint is responsible for overseeing corrective and preventive actions managing customer complaints and ensuring compliance with quality and regulatory standards. This role ensures that US Transplant Technololgy CAPA and complaint processes comply with FDA ISO 13485 IVDR and other global regulatory requirements while driving operational excellence.
Quality Assurance Systems Engineer(Systems QA / Compliance / Engineering / Medical Device / Health Care)
Key Accountabilities
CAPA Management:
- Oversee the end-to-end CAPA process ensuring timely identification investigation and closure of corrective and preventive actions
- Supports the review of root cause analyses (e.g. 5 Whys Fishbone Diagrams FMEA) to ensure proper and thorough investigations have been conducted and identify systemic issues
- Ensure CAPA effectiveness checks are conducted and documented per regulatory requirements
- Provide training and mentorship to internal teams on effective investigation techniques and documentation best practices
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize efficiency and compliance
Complaint Handling & Investigation:
- Manage the customer complaint process; investigation documentation and resolution
- Coordinate cross-functional teams (Technical Support Quality Regulatory and Manufacturing) to investigate complaints and implement corrective actions
- Ensure MDR/IVDR and FDA 21 CFR 803 compliance for reportable events
Regulatory Compliance & Audits:
- Ensure CAPA and complaint processes align with FDA ISO 13485 EU IVDR and other global regulations
- Serve as Subject Matter Expert (SME) during regulatory audits and inspections
- Maintain compliant and CAPA metrics for Management Review and continuous improvement initiatives
- Provide training and mentorship to internal teams on effective investigation techniques and documentation best practices
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize efficiency and compliance
- Support other Quality Management Systems as required; applicable subsystems include but are not limited to supplier management risk management and change control
- Other duties as assignedeasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
Networking/Key relationships
- Daily interaction with all departments domestic and international to support CAPA training and CAPA Closure.
- Interaction with Manufacturing Technical Support team in support of product investigations.
- Interaction with Research and Development to support product complaints and product improvements.
- Interaction with Quality Assurance for quality and regulatory compliance.
- Interaction with Customer Technical Support team in support of customer complaint investigation.
Quality Assurance Systems Engineer(Systems QA / Compliance / Engineering / Medical Device / Health Care)
Quality Assurance Systems Engineer(Systems QA / Compliance / Engineering / Medical Device / Health Care)
Minimum Knowledge & Experience required for the position:
- Bachelors degree in Engineering Life Sciences Quality and/or related fields; Masters degree preferred
- Minimum 7 years of experience in medical device pharamaceutical or biotechnology industries with a focus on CAPA and complaint handling. (Preferably direct experience with IVDs for HLA screening and ELISA products)
- Strong understanding of FDA 21 CFR 820 ISO 13485 EU MDR and global quality system regulations
- Expertise in CAPA investigations root cause analysis (RCA) and risk management (ISO 14971)
- Experience with electronic QMS (eQMS) systems ( MasterControl SAP)
- Strong analytical communication and leadership skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Exhibits a disciplined approach to work ensuring thoroughness consistency validation and accuracy in all tasks and work product
- Management has the discretion of substituting relevant work experience for a degree and/or making exceptions to the years of experience requirement Skills & Capabilities:
- Effective communication
- Strong leadership
- Proactive problem-solving
- Stategic thinking
- Organizational skills and time management
- Coaching skills for improvement and problem solving
- Continous learning and development mindset
- Conflict resolution
- Foster a positive and inclusive work environmentTravel requirements:
- 5% or less annually
If you are interested in constantly learning and being challenged on a daily basis we encourage you to submit your resume or CV.
Werfen is an Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workplace. Werfen strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination harassment or retaliation based upon an individuals race color religion gender sexual orientation gender identity/expression national origin/ancestry age mental/physical disability medical condition marital status veteran status or any other protected characteristic as defined by applicable state or federal law. If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the online application process please contact for assistance.
We operate directly in over 30 countries and in more than 100 territories through distributors. Annual revenue is approximately $2 billion and more than 7000 employees around the world comprise our Werfen team.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Since 1959, we’ve harnessed our passion to create a history of innovative specialized diagnostics breakthroughs in vitro diagnostics, improve the quality of test results, and enhance patient care.