At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at Job FunctionSupply Chain EngineeringJob Sub FunctionQuality EngineeringJob CategoryScientific/TechnologyAll Job Posting Locations:Ringaskiddy, Cork, IrelandJob DescriptionThe Senior Source Quality Engineer is responsible for providing quality assurance leadership in the management of suppliers. Responsible for providing source quality engineering support and conducting assessments for activities related to supplier selection and evaluation, supplier performance, and strategic procurement.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide overall quality assurance leadership in the management of suppliers engaged in the production of DePuy Synthes products.Support supplier assessment program and conduct on-site quality and process assessments at suppliers both to approve new suppliers and existing suppliers on an ongoing basisLiaising with the Manufacturing, Quality and R&D engineers in manufacturing, in assessing and addressing material quality issues.Ensure effective and timely closure on all Supplier related NCs and CAPAs.Ensure suppliers continue to meet DePuy Quality requirements with regard to Supplier Change Request processFacilitate the completion of the supplier metrics for site QPR, QSMR and SQ L1 and L2 metrics.Promote continuous improvement and Process Excellence/Lean activities within the Global Supply ChainReview and approve Validation of new/changed production processes as required.Design and validate Quality System processes where appropriate (CSV and Inspection Process)Provide support for the introduction of new components and component changes through the First Article process.Develop supplier capability in risk assessment such as PFMEAResolve problems & eliminate constraints to ensure project and supply targets are met.Communicate and assure appropriate implementation of Quality Process Specifications (QPS), Quality Control Test Specifications (QCTS), and Raw Material Specifications (RMS) etc.Maintain standards of housekeeping & GMP requirements.Represent the Supply Process Quality Assurance function as required by management.Provides guidance to Purchasing, Engineers and stakeholders in applying supplier quality system requirements.Ensure that all Health, Safety and Environmental requirements are fulfilled.Experience/Knowledge RequiredMinimum 5 years' experience with 2 years' experience in a Quality/ Science / Engineering Function within a Medical Device Company or other similarly regulated industry.Knowledge of applicable production processes.Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.