Quality Engineer I

The Quality Engineer I at Zimmer Biomet in Bangalore is responsible for ensuring products conform to quality standards through audits, inspections, and testing. The role involves developing procedures, implementing corrective actions, and collaborating with suppliers and internal teams. Candidates should have a B.S. in engineering or a related field with certification as a quality engineer, and be familiar with FMEA, CMMs, and product testing methods. Experience in the medical device or orthopaedic industry is preferred. The position requires strong communication skills, the ability to work in a team, and up to 20% travel. The work mode is hybrid, with shifts from 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

The Quality Engineer I at Zimmer Biomet is an entry-level role focused on ensuring that products meet established quality standards through audits, inspections, and testing. This position involves collaborating with various departments, suppliers, and external experts to implement quality goals and maintain compliance. The role is based in Bangalore and follows a hybrid work model, with shifts from 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM. Candidates will contribute to the development and implementation of quality procedures, corrective actions, and data analysis, supporting Zimmer Biomet’s mission to enhance patient mobility. The company offers development opportunities, employee resource groups, and a culture of recognition and inclusion.

At Zimmer Biomet, we believe in pushing the boundaries of innovation and driving our mission forward. As a global medical technology leader for nearly 100 years, a patient’s mobility is enhanced by a Zimmer Biomet product or technology every 8 seconds.

As a Zimmer Biomet team member, you will share in our commitment to providing mobility and renewed life to people around the world. To support our talent team, we focus on development opportunities, robust employee resource groups (ERGs), a flexible working environment, location specific competitive total rewards, wellness incentives and a culture of recognition and performance awards. We are committed to creating an environment where every team member feels included, respected, empowered and recognised.

What You Can Expect

The Quality Engineer I is an entry level position responsible for assuring products conform to established requirements and standards through appropriate audit, inspection, and test activities. Interacts with many different functional departments, suppliers, and experts outside Zimmer Biomet to implement Zimmer Biomet Quality goals.

Work Location: Bangalore
Work Mode: Hybrid (3 Days in office)
Shift Timing - 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM

How You'll Create Impact

• Formulates procedures, specifications, and standards for Zimmer products and processes.
• Develops and implements corrective/preventative action plans.
• Collects and analyzes data for gauge and product evaluation.
• Identifies critical personnel, gauges, procedures, and materials needed for the completion of new products.
• Ensures that suppliers have necessary information and facilities to deliver quality products to Zimmer Biomet.

What Makes You Stand Out

• Ability to work within a team environment and build relationships outside of the department as well as outside the company (suppliers, regulatory agencies, etc.).
• Ability to deliver, meet deadlines and have results orientation.
• Able to communicate both orally and in written form to multiple levels of the company.
• Demonstrates characteristics of high potential for future development opportunities.
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Basic knowledge of blueprint reading and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, basic understanding of QSR/ISO regulations, design assurance, FMEA, and product testing and inspection methods, and ability to use optical comparators and CMMs.

Your Background

• B.S. in engineering or an alternative Bachelor’s degree program with certification as a quality engineer (e.g. CQE).

• Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) and Medical device, particularly Orthopedic industry, experience preferred

• Familiarity with FMEA (Failure Mode & Effects Analysis).

• Ability to use CMMs (Coordinate Measuring Machines).

• Ability to develop and implement CAPA (Corrective & Preventive Action).

• Strong oral and written communication

• Good to have:

• Understanding of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T).

• Blueprint reading. QSR/ISO regulations. product testing methods.

• Medical Device Industry experience.

Travel Expectations

Up to 20%

EOE/M/F/Vet/Disability

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Responsibilities:

• Responsible for assuring products conform to established requirements and standards through audit, inspection, and test activities.
• Formulate procedures, specifications, and standards for Zimmer products and processes.
• Develop and implement corrective and preventative action plans to address quality issues.
• Collect and analyse data for gauge and product evaluation to ensure compliance.
• Identify critical personnel, gauges, procedures, and materials needed for new product development.
• Ensure suppliers have necessary information and facilities to deliver quality products to Zimmer Biomet.

Skills:

• Demonstrated ability to work within a team environment and build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong oral and written communication skills for multiple levels of the company.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Basic knowledge of blueprint reading and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, with a basic understanding of QSR/ISO regulations, design assurance, FMEA, and product testing and inspection methods.
• Ability to use optical comparators and coordinate measuring machines (CMMs).
• Experience with CAPA (Corrective & Preventive Action) and familiarity with FMEA (Failure Mode & Effects Analysis).
• Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) and experience in the medical device, particularly orthopaedic industry, are preferred.
• Understanding of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) and product testing methods is advantageous.

Education:

• A B.S. in engineering or an alternative Bachelor’s degree programme with certification as a quality engineer (e.g. CQE) is required.