Quality Supplier Assurance Engineer

Job Description

Job Responsibilities

• Drive improvements utilizing Lean methodologies, Statistical Process Control, scorecards, ensuring supplier compliance, whilst driving systematic problem solving and process improvement plans
• Based on performance and business needs, set priorities for cross functional teams and suppliers
• Develop positive relationships and work closely with Supply Chain Team to manage, implement, and track supplier/engineering, design changes, capacity studies and New Product Introductions
• First Article Inspection planning and execution and development, implementation and managment of incoming quality processes
• Track and manage Supplier Correct Action Request process within the manufacturing environment working closely with Supply Chain organization and suppliers
• Provide leadership and guidance during investigations of major problems and or special projects focusing on supplier development and improvement
• Perform root cause analysis, coordinate, and conduct specialized testing and measurement
• Plan, organize, direct and report all activities and matters relating to supplier performance; Assess supplier qualifications status
• Keep up with current and developing manufacturing and engineering trends that concern product quality

Job Requirements

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent experience
• Six Sigma or ASQ certification is preferred
• Experience in Quality Systems is preferred
• Experience and knowledge of PPAP/APQP processes
• In-depth knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and sampling inspection
• Knowledge in Statistics, Statistical Process Control and data mining and analysis
• Possess demonstrable leadership abilities and previous experience managing safety critical parts
• Ability to communicate and direct supplier activities at the management level with proven results in meeting customer requirements
• Ability to define and execute a project using project management techniques
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• An average of 10% travel is required, possibly on short notice