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Medtronic is a global leader in healthcare technology with a Mission to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life. Our 95,000 employees work across more than 150 countries to put patients first — developing innovative medical technologies that improve the lives of 72+ million patients each year.
A Day in the Life
The Electro Physiology Technologies (EPT) business unit is focused on advancing innovative solutions that support the diagnosis and treatment of cardiac rhythm disorders. The team works collaboratively to develop, deliver, and improve technologies that help clinicians provide effective patient care. Operating in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment, the business unit emphasizes quality, innovation, cross-functional partnership, and continuous improvement to support both customer needs and long-term business success.
At Medtronic, we bring bold ideas forward with speed and decisiveness to put patients first in everything we do. In-person exchanges are invaluable to our work. We're working a minimum of 4 days a week onsite as part of our commitment to fostering a culture of professional growth and cross-functional collaboration as we work together to engineer the extraordinary.
This position will be based in Mounds View, MN.
At Medtronic, we believe quality is foundational to delivering innovative therapies that help people live healthier lives. We are seeking a Quality Systems Program Manager to join the new Electrophysiology Therapies (EPT) CAPA team and help strengthen quality system performance through structured problem solving, cross-functional collaboration, and continuous improvement. In this role, you will serve as a key contributor to quality system processes with a strong focus on CAPA leadership, systemic issue resolution, and operational excellence. You will partner closely with functions across the business to drive timely, effective and compliant execution of quality system requirements. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact by helping ensure the quality and integrity of products that support patient care around the world. You will join a team committed to excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Role and Responsibilities
•Manage and support the Corrective and Preventive Action process, including investigation, root cause analysis, action planning, implementation, and effectiveness verification; partnering with cross-functional teams to address quality issues and drive sustainable solutions.
•Lead or support quality system initiatives that improve compliance, consistency, and efficiency in the CAPA space by identifying risks, recurring issues, and improvement opportunities.
•Facilitate problem-solving efforts using structured methodologies such as root cause analysis, risk assessment, and continuous improvement tools.
•Contribute to documentation, training, and governance activities related to quality systems and CAPA.
•Communicate clearly with stakeholders at all levels, ensuring timely escalation and alignment on key issues.
•Support change management efforts related to quality systems processes and process improvements.
Must Have: Minimum Requirements
To be considered for this role, please ensure the minimum requirements are evident in your applicant profile.
•Bachelor's Degree
•Minimum of 5 years of quality systems experience, or advanced degree with a minimum of 3 years of quality systems experience.
Nice to Have: Preferred Qualifications
•Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification preferred.
•Experience in medical device, healthcare, pharmaceutical, or other regulated industries.
•Proven ability to lead cross-functional projects and influence without direct authority.
•Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
•Experience using quality metrics, dashboards, or trend analysis to drive action.
•Strong facilitation skills and comfort leading meetings with multiple stakeholders at multiple leadership levels.
•A strong sense of accountability, follow-through, curiosity and persistence.
For Baccalaureate degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree that satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) is required.
U.S. Work Authorization & Sponsorship
U.S. work authorization sponsorship (H-1B, TN, J, etc.) is offered exclusively for Principal-level roles and above, where specialized expertise aligns with long-term business needs. Roles below the Principal level require candidates to possess unrestricted U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and for the duration of employment.
Benefits & Compensation
Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package, with a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support employees at every career and life stage.
Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD): $120,000.00 - $180,000.00
This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).
The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and specific locations in California. The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others).
The following benefits and additional compensation are available to regular employees who work 20+ hours per week: Health, Dental and vision insurance, Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, Life insurance, Long-term disability leave, Dependent daycare spending account, Tuition assistance/reimbursement, and Simple Steps (global well-being program).
The following benefits and additional compensation are available to all regular employees: Incentive plans, 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match, Short-term disability, Paid time off, Paid holidays, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Employee Assistance Program, Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums), and Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums).
Regular employees are those who are not temporary, such as interns. Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Some of the above benefits may not apply to workers in Puerto Rico.
