Quality Engineer

As a Quality Engineer at Nextern, you will play a crucial role in managing quality requirements between our organization and key clients. Your primary focus will be to ensure that customer quality expectations are met across engineering, production development, and the supply chain. You will balance responsibilities across various areas to achieve outstandin…

Nextern is on the hunt for an accomplished Quality Manager to spearhead our Quality and Regulatory functions. This pivotal role entails ensuring adherence to essential quality and regulatory standards, alongside providing strategic guidance for our Quality Management System. You will play a crucial part in aligning quality initiatives with our organizational goals, maintaining regulatory readiness, supporting product development, and championing continuous improvement across our quality operations. Acting as a key liaison with regulatory bodies and customers, you will foster a culture of quality, compliance, and operational excellence throughout Nextern.Key Responsibilities:Oversee teams in Quality Assurance, Quality Systems, Quality Control, Regulatory Affairs, Supplier Quality, Calibrations, Complaint Handling, and Document Control.Conduct training for employees on compliance with Quality System regulations and standards, including 21 CFR 820, ISO 13485, and ISO 14971.Design and implement Quality Management System strategies that align with both annual and long-term business objectives.Maintain a state of constant regulatory inspection readiness with the FDA, international regulatory agencies, and customers.Lead investigations and develop corrective actions to address complaints and nonconformities.Coordinate regulatory strategies for new product introductions.Collaborate with executive leadership on strategic and business plan development.

As a Quality Inspector, you will play a crucial role in ensuring that our products and processes meet established standards. This involves conducting inspections, measurements, and maintaining accurate records while supporting the identification of non-conformities and continuous improvement initiatives.Key Responsibilities:Perform inspections of finished products, materials, and processes on the production line to ensure compliance with internal and regulatory standards.Utilize appropriate measurement instruments, document results, and ensure traceability of quality documentation.Review and approve inspection records, rejection reports, and documentation related to product release.Identify non-conformities, follow up on issues, and collaborate with the quality team on corrective and preventive actions.Assist in evaluating processes and equipment, identifying opportunities for quality control improvements.Participate in investigations of failures or deviations, providing technical information to facilitate problem resolution.Maintain a clean and organized work area, adhering to safety standards and best manufacturing practices.

We are looking for a dedicated Quality Inspector to ensure that molding products and processes meet established quality standards. This role involves conducting inspections, performing measurements, and providing technical support for continuous improvement initiatives.

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Role Overview The Process Development Engineer at nextern in Cartago, Costa Rica, plays a central role in shaping efficient and compliant manufacturing systems. This position focuses on designing, implementing, and refining production processes to boost speed and quality, while meeting international regulations and industry standards. Main Responsibilities Analyze current manufacturing processes and identify areas for improvement. Lead projects to integrate new equipment and technologies into existing production lines. Evaluate new drilling methods or products to determine their impact on operational output. Draft product specifications and develop detailed implementation schedules. Supervise installation and commissioning of new systems. Design, configure, and optimize processes from initial concept through certification. Measure and analyze process data to track performance. Conduct system tests and oversee process upgrades. Create and document best practices to increase production rates and maintain quality. Run process simulations using advanced software tools. Manage project timelines and budgets. Perform thorough risk assessments for new and existing processes. Develop operational documentation and guidelines. Establish quality control criteria and safety protocols, ensuring team adherence. Carry out other related duties as assigned by management. Key Skills and Approach This role calls for strong technical analysis, hands-on project leadership, and a focus on continuous improvement. Familiarity with process simulation software and experience in regulated manufacturing environments are important assets.

Role overview MGS Manufacturing Group Ireland Ltd. is hiring a Process Engineer for its Cartago, Costa Rica facility. This position plays a key part in daily production, focusing on process monitoring, equipment set-ups, and tool changeovers to help meet production goals and maintain efficiency. Main responsibilities Set up equipment and perform tool changeovers as part of regular production tasks. Carry out process validations, including PD, IQ, OQ, and PQ developments. Oversee process start-ups and monitor production runs to ensure targets are met. Handle process escalations and troubleshoot issues using a systematic root cause approach. Support and improve current processes through advanced troubleshooting methods. Contribute to continuous improvement efforts and assist with new projects. Help create documentation, training materials, and work instructions as needed. Maintain a safe and clean work area, ensuring machines and equipment comply with safety standards. Follow all Quality and GMP requirements and adhere to company policies and procedures. Requirements Education or qualifications in Engineering, Mechanics, or Electronics. Strong technical skills and a scientific approach to problem-solving, using analytical and experimental methods to drive productivity. Significant relevant experience in a similar process engineering role. Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. Capable of working independently and within a team, with minimal supervision. Primarily day shift, but flexibility with working hours is required as site needs change.

WHO ARE WE?Launch Potato is a thriving digital media enterprise that attracts over 30 million visitors monthly through its renowned brands, including FinanceBuzz, All About Cookies, and OnlyInYourState.As The Discovery and Conversion Company, our mission is to connect consumers with the world’s leading brands through innovative data-driven content and technology.Based in South Florida, we maintain a remote-first culture with a dynamic team across more than 15 countries. We pride ourselves on fostering a high-growth, high-performance environment where agility, ownership, and measurable impact are central to our success.WHY JOIN US?At Launch Potato, you will accelerate your career by taking ownership of your projects, acting swiftly, and making a significant impact alongside a global team of exceptional performers.

Role Overview nextern is seeking an OPEX Engineer - Continuous Improvement Expert for its team in Cartago, Costa Rica. This role focuses on driving improvements across manufacturing and production by applying Lean and Six Sigma methods. The position calls for close collaboration with cross-functional groups to deliver solutions that support business goals within a regulated setting. What You Will Do Analyze manufacturing and production processes to identify areas for improvement. Assess issues and select the most effective continuous improvement approach for each challenge. Develop and update detailed process documentation to support ongoing initiatives. Train and mentor staff in Lean principles and related tools. Work with teams across departments to deliver integrated solutions. Lead or facilitate 5S, Process Mapping, and Kaizen events or projects to achieve measurable outcomes. Track project progress and report performance metrics to senior management. Monitor key performance indicators for continuous improvement and take action to keep them relevant. Ensure all process improvements meet quality, regulatory, and safety standards.

Nextern is seeking a talented and motivated Manufacturing Engineer III to join our dynamic team in Cartago. In this role, you will spearhead product enhancement initiatives tailored to meet customer specifications, effectively resolve manufacturing challenges, and oversee the product lifecycle. You will collaborate with key stakeholders across various departments including operations, production, supply chain, and research and development to foster a culture of innovation and efficiency.Your contributions will be pivotal in refining our manufacturing methods and processes, ensuring the delivery of high-quality products at optimal costs.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Lead the coordination of product improvements with customers and internal project teams. Analyze high-level design requirements to determine alignment with Nextern's core competencies and vision; review designs and establish necessary Bill of Materials. Collaborate with supply chain teams to secure BOM pricing from both internal and external vendors. Address manufacturing issues pertaining to product quality and cost. Support customer interactions and presentations to compile activities for product sustainability. Generate comprehensive documentation to support product development and manufacturing processes, including timelines, responsibilities, engineering protocols, and reports. Assist in conducting testing protocols for components and devices. Develop plans to assess process repeatability and stability through equipment qualification and process validation. Ensure compliance with QSR and internal protocols in collaboration with quality, supply chain, and product development teams. Work alongside internal manufacturing and outsourced partners to establish metrics related to labor time, yields, statistical analysis, and process qualification. Facilitate the transfer of engineering projects into manufacturing as required.

Role Overview The Incoming Material Inspector at Nextern in Cartago, Costa Rica, focuses on inspecting materials and raw materials as they arrive at the facility. This work calls for strong metrology skills and experience using measurement tools. The inspector helps ensure that incoming material quality aligns with production needs and meets all specified standards, particularly for dimensional, electrical, and visual workmanship criteria. Supporting good manufacturing and storage practices is a key part of this job. Main Responsibilities Carry out inspections on incoming materials and raw materials. Support the maintenance of quality indicators. Review and assess inspection procedures to confirm material readiness for production. Use measurement tools to verify that materials meet required standards before approval. Perform studies to evaluate the capability of processes and measurement systems. Prepare technical reports, maintain standards records, and complete rejection documentation as needed. Set up and run experiments or test equipment under supervision. Participate in problem-solving efforts. Offer input on equipment and process evaluations. Follow safe work practices and keep the work area clean and secure. Give and receive constructive feedback as part of daily work. Enterprise Systems and Software Tools This position involves daily use of electronic systems and business software. Comfort with these tools is important. Database analysis (Excel, pivot tables, Access, VBA scripts, etc.) Material and inventory movement systems (ERP, receiving inspection processing, non-conforming material processing, RMA processing, Epicor, etc.) Enterprise Quality Management System (QMS) Common business applications (Microsoft Office) Electronic Records Management System (Agile PLM) Collaboration and accountability tools (Teams, SmartSheet, OneNote, etc.)

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