Michael Hendrickson
About Michael Hendrickson
Michael Hendrickson is a Principal Quality Assurance Engineer at Canary Medical Inc., with extensive experience in quality engineering and regulatory compliance within the medical device industry. He has held various roles at notable companies, including Stryker, Intuitive, and BD, and possesses a strong educational background in Business/Managerial Economics and Finance.
Work at Canary Medical
Michael Hendrickson serves as the Principal Quality Assurance Engineer at Canary Medical Inc. since 2021. His role involves ensuring the quality and safety of medical devices, contributing to the development of high-quality products. He has been part of the team for three years, working in Carlsbad, California. His responsibilities include overseeing quality assurance processes and implementing best practices to maintain compliance with industry standards.
Previous Experience in Quality Engineering
Prior to his current position, Hendrickson held various roles in quality engineering across multiple companies. He worked at BD as a Staff Quality Engineer in Risk Management for one year in San Diego, California. At Intuitive, he served in several capacities, including Quality Engineer and Continuous Improvement Quality Engineer, where he focused on enhancing product quality and regulatory compliance. His experience spans from 2016 to 2020, during which he gained significant expertise in quality systems.
Background in Regulatory Compliance
Hendrickson has extensive experience in regulatory compliance, particularly in the medical device sector. He worked at Stryker as a Senior Regulatory Compliance Coordinator and as a Regulatory Compliance Coordinator, accumulating a total of nearly two years in these roles. His responsibilities included ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and managing post-market surveillance activities. This background has equipped him with a deep understanding of the regulatory landscape in the medical industry.
Education and Expertise
Michael Hendrickson earned a Bachelor's Degree in Business/Managerial Economics from the University of California, Santa Barbara, from 2010 to 2012. He also holds an Associate's Degree in Finance and Accounting from DeAnza College, which he completed from 2008 to 2010. His educational background supports his technical knowledge in mechanical and electromechanical assemblies, particularly in the context of advanced medical devices.
Technical Skills and Knowledge
Hendrickson has developed a strong technical skill set throughout his career, particularly in quality assurance and regulatory compliance for medical devices. He has gained knowledge in software development and user interfaces through his work with the da Vinci Robot. His ability to learn and adapt in various technical roles has contributed to his effectiveness in ensuring the quality and safety of medical products.