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Schneider Electric

Global energy management and automation provider

Senior Supplier Quality Engineer

Quality EngineeringPosted on Nov 11
Full-timeMt. Juliet, TN, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field is required.
  • At least 5 years of professional experience in supplier quality or a quality function is required.
  • Knowledge of manufacturing processes, primarily for mechanical components, is required.
  • Knowledge of 8D methodology, problem-solving tools, Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), quality management systems (QMS), and auditing is required.
  • Expertise in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel extraction and pivot tables, is required.
  • The candidate must be able to communicate effectively and influence others.
  • The candidate must be able to work in a matrix organization.
  • The candidate must be willing to learn, adapt, and remain flexible.
  • Strong supplier quality management skills are required, including managing supplier performance in high-pressure manufacturing environments.
  • Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills are required, including driving 8D, containment, and corrective actions to closure.
  • Advanced PPAP skills are required to validate supplier capability and documentation.
  • Strong urgency and accountability are required to act quickly, own outcomes, and deliver results under pressure.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills are required for working effectively with suppliers and plant teams.
  • Strong statistical and quality tool skills are required, including applying PFMEA, control plans, and basic statistical analysis.
  • Intermediate auditing skills are required to evaluate supplier processes and quality systems.

Responsibilities

  • Own supplier corrective action processes, including 8D follow-up, root cause validation, and implementation of permanent solutions.
  • Ensure effective execution of containment, correction, and mitigation plans with clear timelines and accountability.
  • Coordinate supplier return material authorization (RMA) processes to prevent excess quarantined inventory and operational delays.
  • Monitor and manage supplier-related quarantined material, preventing aging beyond acceptable limits and ensuring timely disposition.
  • Perform PPAP approvals, including documentation review and dimensional validations, to ensure supplier readiness.
  • Track and document supplier quality issues, maintaining clear records and driving issues to closure promptly.
  • Build strong relationships with plant teams and maintain close communication with production and quality teams to ensure timely decision-making and alignment.
  • Continuously assess supplier performance and drive improvements in material quality and process stability.

About the Company

Schneider Electric

Global energy management and automation provider

Schneider Electric is a global specialist in energy management and automation. It helps homes, businesses, and industries run electricity more efficiently by selling electrical products, automation hardware, software, and related services. Its offerings cover electrification, automation, and digitization, and solutions connect devices, collect data, and control systems to optimize energy use in smart industries, resilient infrastructure, and data centers. The company distinguishes itself with a broad, end-to-end portfolio and a worldwide presence in over 100 countries, combining hardware, software, and services to address sustainability and reliability. Its goal is to help people and organizations use energy more efficiently, reduce environmental impact, and improve uptime and reliability.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Rueil-Malmaison, France
Founded
1836

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