About the role#
The Supplier Quality Engineering Co-op supports the team in maintaining and improving the quality of materials, components, and services from external suppliers. You will work alongside experienced engineers in a regulated medical device environment to monitor supplier performance, analyze quality data, and support continuous improvement projects. This role provides practical experience in applying engineering and quality principles while collaborating with cross-functional teams.
What you'll do#
- Collect, organize, and analyze supplier quality data, including nonconformance, defect, and audit information.
- Create and maintain supplier scorecards, trend charts, and status reports using Microsoft Office tools.
- Assist with supplier qualification records, specifications, inspection plans, and validation documentation.
- Support nonconformance investigations by gathering evidence, documenting problem statements, and tracking corrective actions.
- Participate in root cause analysis and continuous improvement activities using structured problem-solving tools.
- Prepare for supplier audits, quality reviews, and meetings, including documenting actions and following up with owners.
- Review technical documentation for accuracy and alignment with approved requirements.
- Identify process variations, recurring defects, and potential supply chain risks.
- Track project schedules and communicate risks or gaps to the team.
- Collaborate with Quality, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Procurement functions.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an accredited bachelor’s or master’s degree program in Engineering, Data Science, Quality, Manufacturing, or a related technical field.
- Basic understanding of engineering, manufacturing, statistics, or quality principles.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Strong attention to detail, organization, and a willingness to learn.
- Ability to work effectively with team members from different backgrounds.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills.
- Coursework or project experience in quality engineering, mechanical or electrical systems, or medical devices is preferred.
- Exposure to problem-solving methods like 5 Whys, fishbone diagrams, Pareto analysis, or failure mode and effects analysis.
- Experience analyzing data, creating dashboards, or using statistical visualization tools.
Location & details#
- This position is based on-site in Milpitas, California.
- You must be permanently authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.
- You must be available for the full co-op assignment period.
About Johnson & Johnson
Johnson & Johnson is a public company based in New Brunswick, New Jersey. Founded in 1886, it operates within the hospitals and health care industry. The company focuses on medical devices, diagnostics, and pharmaceuticals. It employs over 133,000 people across its global offices.
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