Quality Assurance Coordinator - Bothell, WA

FUJIFILM Sonosite, Inc. -- If you are looking for work that matters, you’ll find it at FUJIFILM Sonosite.  As the creator of point of care ultrasound, we dedicate every day to the innovation and development of imaging solutions that enable clinicians to provide improved healthcare in leading institutions, underserved populations and communities in crisis around the globe.  At FUJIFILM Sonosite, we are in the relentless pursuit of answers that allow our customers to be confident that they are making the best clinical decisions for any patient, anywhere, anytime.  Members of the FUJIFILM Sonosite team embody our company values: Go boldly, Stay curious, Passion fuels us, Respect each other, Own it and Act with integrity. Headquartered in Bothell, WA USA, FUJIFILM Sonosite is the proud recipient of numerous prestigious design awards and has in excess of 145 patents.  Our point of care ultrasound systems are sold in more than 100 countries.

Summary:

The Quality Assurance Coordinator is responsible for leading and partnering with cross functional groups to achieve the resolution of quality issues within the business. The Quality Assurance Coordinator will lead Receiving and Inspection activities associated with the Nonconformance Report process and the Materials Review Board.  They will champion activities within Materials Management, Documentation Management, and related metrics.

Essential Job Functions:

• Responsible for supporting and administering Nonconformance Reports by Ensuring that all reports are documented, investigated, and closed in a timely manner.
• Lead the Materials Review Board process for cross functional evaluation of nonconforming material.
• Oversee GMP inventory control system to ensure materials are traceable, accounted for and maintained in a controlled state.
• Ensure the RMA process for rejected materials flows efficiently to prevent material backlog.
• Interface directly with internal and external customers and regulatory agencies as required.
• Support Quality Metrics development and monitoring, participating in regular business and quality system performance reviews.
• Aid in root cause investigations & effectiveness checks for nonconforming incidents.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Experience:

• 1+ years inventory management and/or quality experience
• Understanding of regulatory agency (cGMP/ISO) requirements.  
• Associate’s degree, preferably in engineering, biological sciences, or a clinical health care specialty.
• Six Sigma and/or Lean Sigma experience a plus

Skills and Abilities:

• Enthusiastic self-starter with excellent verbal, written, presentation, negotiation, and interpersonal communication skills.  Able to professionally represent the company to medical professionals, regulators, and customers.
• Demonstrated organizational, problem solving, analytical, and computer skills, with a strong attention to detail.
• Flexible and able to manage and prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated willingness to take initiative and become directly involved in planning, problem solving, and execution of work in a team environment.
• Highly motivated.  Interest in expanding knowledge and growth within the organization.
• Ability to contribute to a positive and productive work environment at SonoSite through effective collaboration with cross functional organizations.
• Ability to regularly lift 50 lbs as required by job function.

Salary and Benefits:

• $28.75/hr. - $32.00/hr. depending on experience
• Insurance:
• Medical, Dental & Vision
• Life & Company paid Disability
• Retirement Plan (401k):
• 4% automatic Company contribution
• Fujifilm matches 50 cents for every dollar you contribute, up to 6% of your salary
• Paid Time Off:
• You can accrue up to three (3) weeks of PTO in your first year of employment
• PTO increases based on years of service
• Employee Choice Holidays:
• Four (4) additional paid days off, based on date of hire in the calendar year
• Paid Holidays:
• Eight (8) paid holidays per year

FUJIFILM Sonosite offers a fantastic compensation package, including benefits, and a 401k program.  Visit us today to learn more about our exciting technologies and how you can make a difference.  To apply and obtain further details regarding key responsibilities and experience requirements, check out our careers page at www.Sonosite.com/about/careers.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

FUJIFILM Sonosite is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

Americans with Disabilities Act

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act, should you have a disability that requires assistance and / or reasonable accommodation with the job application process, please contact the Human Resources department via phone at 425-951-1200, or via e-mail at ffss-hr@fujifilm.com.  Additionally, the affirmative program/plan is available for review upon formal request by employees and applicants for employment in the Human Resources office during regular office hours.

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