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Supplier Quality Engineering Coop

Johnson & Johnson


Job Location:

Milpitas, CA - USA

Hourly Salary: USD 27 - 61
Posted: 23 October 2026 (20 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 20 January 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

At Johnson & Johnsonwe believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build aworld where complex diseases are prevented treated and curedwhere treatments are smarter and less invasive andsolutions are our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow and profoundly impact health for more at

As guided by Our Credo Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.

Job Function:

Career Programs

Job Sub Function:

Non-LDP Intern/Co-Op

Job Category:

Career Program

All Job Posting Locations:

Milpitas California United States of America

Job Description:

The Supplier Quality Engineering Co-op supports the Supplier Quality team in maintaining and improving the quality of materials components and services provided by external suppliers. Working under the guidance of experienced Supplier Quality Engineers the co-op will contribute to supplier performance monitoring quality data analysis documentation investigations qualification activities and continuous improvement projects in a regulated medical device environment.

This position provides practical experience applying engineering quality and problem-solving principles while working with cross-functional teams and suppliers. The co-op is expected to follow company procedures protect confidential information and support environmental health and safety objectives.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS / RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Support cross-functional Supplier Quality projects in accordance with established procedures and applicable regulatory requirements.
  • Collect organize analyze and present supplier quality data including nonconformance defect delivery audit and performance information.
  • Create and maintain supplier scorecards trend charts trackers and concise status reports using Excel PowerPoint and other approved systems.
  • Assist Supplier Quality Engineers with supplier and process qualification records specifications inspection plans control plans and validation documentation.
  • Support supplier-related nonconformance investigations by gathering evidence documenting problem statements reviewing records and tracking corrective actions.
  • Participate in root cause analysis and continuous improvement activities using structured problem-solving tools under the direction of a Supplier Quality Engineer.
  • Assist with preparation for supplier audits quality reviews and supplier meetings; document actions and follow up with assigned owners.
  • Review quality records and technical documentation for completeness accuracy and alignment with approved requirements.
  • Help identify process variation recurring defects overdue actions and other potential supplier or supply chain risks for team review.
  • Track project schedules commitments and due dates; promptly communicate risks gaps and support needed.
  • Collaborate with Quality Engineering Manufacturing Procurement and other functions to complete assigned work.
  • Perform other Supplier Quality and Quality Assurance activities appropriate to the students education experience and level of supervision.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Currently enrolled in an accredited bachelors or masters degree program in Engineering Data Science Quality Manufacturing or a related science or technical field.
  • Available for the full co-op assignment period and able to work the schedule defined for the position.
  • Basic understanding of engineering manufacturing statistics or quality principles through coursework or project experience.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel Word and PowerPoint; ability to organize data and communicate results clearly.
  • Strong attention to detail organization follow-through and willingness to learn.
  • Ability to work effectively with team members from different functions and backgrounds.
  • Clear written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Coursework or project experience in quality engineering statistics manufacturing processes mechanical or electrical systems or medical devices.
  • Exposure to problem-solving methods such as 5 Whys fishbone diagrams Pareto analysis process mapping or failure mode and effects analysis.
  • Experience analyzing data creating dashboards or using statistical or visualization tools.
  • Interest in supplier management regulated products product development or manufacturing operations.

LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES

  • Gain hands-on exposure to supplier quality management in a regulated medical device environment.
  • Build skills in quality data analysis technical documentation investigation support supplier performance monitoring and project management.
  • Learn how Quality Engineering Manufacturing and Procurement collaborate to manage supplier and product risk.
  • Present project results and recommendations to Supplier Quality and cross-functional stakeholders.

SUPERVISION / AUTHORITY

This position has no supervisory responsibility. The co-op performs assigned work under close to general supervision follows defined procedures and receives regular coaching and review from a Supplier Quality Engineer or Quality Assurance manager. The co-op does not independently approve quality records make final product disposition decisions or represent the company as the accountable quality authority.

ADDITIONAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS

  • Primarily onsite in Milpitas California.
  • Occasional local or supplier-site travel may be requested when appropriate and approved.
  • Ability to work in office laboratory manufacturing and warehouse environments as required while following applicable safety and gowning requirements.






Permanently authorized to work in the U.S. must not require sponsorship of an employment visa (e.g. H-1B or green card) at the time of application or in the future. Students currently on CPT OPT or STEM OPT usually requires future sponsorship for long term employment and do not meet the requirements for this program unless eligible for an alternative long-term status that does not require company sponsorship.

Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity age national origin disability protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.

Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation external applicants please contact us via . Internal employees contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.

Required Skills:

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The anticipated base pay range for this position is :

$27.00/hr to $61.00/hr

Additional Description for Pay Transparency:

The expected pay range for this position is between $27.00 per hour and $61.00 per hour but will be based on candidates program year discipline degree and/or -Ops/Interns are eligible to participate in Company sponsored employee medical benefits in accordance with the terms of the -Ops and Interns are eligible for the following sick time benefits: up to 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington up to 56 hours per calendar -Ops and Interns are eligible to participate in the Companys consolidated retirement plan (pension).

Required Experience:

IC


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