QA Engineer 2

The Company

Dexcom Corporation (NASDAQ DXCM) is a pioneer and global leader in continuous glucose monitoring (CGM). Dexcom began as a small company with a big dream: To forever change how diabetes is managed. To unlock information and insights that drive better health outcomes. Here we are 25 years later, having pioneered an industry. And we're just getting started. We are broadening our vision beyond diabetes to empower people to take control of health. That means personalized, actionable insights aimed at solving important health challenges. To continue what we've started: Improving human health.

We are driven by thousands of ambitious, passionate people worldwide who are willing to fight like warriors to earn the trust of our customers by listening, serving with integrity, thinking big, and being dependable. We've already changed millions of lives and we're ready to change millions more. Our future ambition is to become a leading consumer health technology company while continuing to develop solutions for serious health conditions. We'll get there by constantly reinventing unique biosensing-technology experiences. Though we've come a long way from our small company days, our dreams are bigger than ever. The opportunity to improve health on a global scale stands before us.

Meet The Team

The Supplier Quality department plays a critical and strategic role in ensuring that all externally sourced components and materials meet the stringent quality and regulatory standards required within the medical industry. This position directly contributes to product reliability, patient safety, and overall supply chain integrity by partnering with global suppliers, driving quality performance, and facilitating continuous improvement initiatives.

Our team is committed to operational excellence, datadriven decisionmaking, and strong crossfunctional collaboration. We offer an environment where professionalism, accountability, and technical expertise are highly valued, while also fostering a culture of respect, learning, and shared success.

Candidates joining this team will have the opportunity to influence key quality processes, strengthen supplier partnerships, and support the development of safe and effective medical products. This is a meaningful career path for individuals who are dedicated, detailoriented, and passionate about contributing to highquality patient outcomes.

Where You Come In

• You will maintain the supplier quality management system according to written policies and procedures. You will provide input on compliance and continuous improvement of business processes.
• You will provide quality guidance to other departments.
• You will provide support in conducting supplier audits, monitor supplier performance, provide information for supplier program metrics and periodic reports, and assist in administration of the supplier corrective action system.
• You will maintain Supplier Audit Schedule and monitor compliance with this schedule, on an ongoing basis.
• You will attend and support internal audits by regulatory and other outside agencies.
• You could travel in the U.S. and internationally.
• You will transition into an active participant to the Supplier Review meetings and ensure ongoing supplier program transparency and open communication between cross-functional departments
• You will transition to establishing and maintaining supplier Quality Agreements, where needed, and any joint periodic supplier business reviews.
• You will review and approve supplier documentation (protocols, reports, specifications, etc.), as defined in the Quality Agreement.
• You may work as a member of the design team, as required. Some type of activities may include assisting with defining design inputs; designing components and processes; verifying that design outputs satisfy design inputs.
• You have knowledge of techniques like six sigma, lean manufacturing, sampling plans and statistics; utilizing these techniques as appropriate per Dexcom and/or industry recognized standards.
• You will provide training and guidance to lower-level quality engineers and new hires.
• You will take the initiative to suggest systems and process improvements that: increase product safety; increase product consistency and conformance to requirements; improve production efficiency and communication; reduce operating and scrap costs.
• You read and understand specifications and inspection criteria.
• You read schematics and mechanical drawings and provide input into revisions as needed.
• You work and communicate effectively and professionally in a team environment with minimal supervision.
• You apply proficient computer skills in the use of Microsoft Office and database applications (such as Oracle and SAP).
• You understand Design and Process Failure Mode Effect Analysis (DFMEA) and Process Failure Mode Effect Analysis (PFMEA).
• You possess a basic understanding of the Quality Systems Regulations 21CFR Part 820 and international quality systems and medical device standards including ISO 13485.
• You're training and/or certification to perform quality audits is highly desired.
• Your experience with supplier quality programs is highly desired.
• You will assume and perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

What Makes You Successful

• Demonstrated proficiency in structured problemsolving methodologies (e.g., 8D, 5 Why, Ishikawa).
• Hands-on experience conducting supplier audits, certification audits, and regulatory compliance audits.
• Manufacturing process knowledge is highly preferred, including molding, metal processing (stamping, welding, chemical grinding), ultrasonic cleaning/welding, SMT processes, and power electronics manufacturing.
• Strong data-driven decision-making skills with the ability to work independently as a self-starter.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to influence suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Proven ability to apply and interpret quality tools such as APQP, PPAP, SPC, MSA, and FMEA.
• Good Documentation Practice (GDP) knowledge is an added advantage.
• Understanding of ISO 13485 or other regulated quality management systems is preferred.
  
  

What You'll Get

• A front row seat to life changing CGM technology. Learn about our brave #dexcomwarriors community.
• A full and comprehensive benefits program.
• Growth opportunities on a global scale.
• Access to career development through in-house learning programs and/or qualified tuition reimbursement.
• An exciting and innovative, industry-leading organization committed to our employees, customers, and the communities we serve.
  
  

Travel Required: (Highlight the appropriate range)

• 15-25%
  
  

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