Supplier Quality Engineer- Contract Job Listing at Kelly Services in Atlanta, GA (Job ID 10117623)

Description

Supplier Quality Engineer
Location: Atlanta, GA 
Pay Rate: $90–95K/year
Contract: 2–3 months
 
Overview:
We are seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer for a short-term contract opportunity in a fast-paced, regulated medical device and pharmaceutical environment. In this role, you will ensure that supplied products meet prescribed quality standards, maintain supplier compliance, and support continuous improvement initiatives. This role requires a detail-oriented, analytical, and assertive professional who can manage supplier audits, SCARs, CAPAs, and technical investigations while effectively communicating and collaborating across teams.
 
Responsibilities:

• Monitor supplier quality systems, including documentation, process results, and compliance with GMP, FDA, and ISO requirements.
• Schedule, manage, and perform supplier audits, including new supplier qualification, ongoing requalification, and for-cause audits.
• Evaluate supplier acceptability and maintain the Approved Supplier List (ASL) in alignment with regulatory and procedural standards.
• Initiate, track, and ensure timely closure of Supplier Corrective Actions (SCARs) and support CAPA investigations.
• Review and maintain supplier documentation, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards and internal SOPs.
• Participate in investigations of quality issues, providing analysis and trend information to support resolution.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on supplier change notifications and technical inquiries.
• Maintain knowledge of FDA 21CFR210/211/820, ISO 13485, and other applicable regulations; communicate requirements to team members as needed.
• Support internal audits, regulatory inspections, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Mentor and lead Quality personnel, promoting a culture of quality and compliance.
• Other duties as assigned.

 
Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific or technical discipline required.
• 3–7 years of experience in a regulated pharmaceutical or medical device environment.
• Fluent understanding of FDA and ISO requirements; experience with 21CFR210/211/820 and ISO 13485.
• Strong supplier auditing experience with proven ability to lead and document audits.
• Proficient in SCARs, CAPA, investigations, and change control processes.
• Technically literate with the ability to read and interpret drawings, schematics, and technical specifications.
• Highly analytical, detail-oriented, and assertive when managing suppliers.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to write professional reports and interact effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, Outlook; experience with MS Access or other QA software a plus.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Auditing certification preferred.

 
What Happens Next:
Once you apply, our recruiting team will review your background and experience. If your qualifications align, we'll reach out to schedule the next steps in the interview process. If this role isn't the right fit, we'll keep your information on file for future opportunities within our network.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

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