Supplier Operations Engineer

Who We Want:

The Supplier Operations Engineer is responsible for executing and expanding on key initiatives inside of the quality organization as well as achieve a high state of supplier quality performance within our organizations.  The ideal candidate will have demonstrated problem-solving skills, excellent communication skills, and the ability to be flexible in high pressure situations. The role has a primary focus of monitoring suppliers to ensure they consistently deliver products and services that meet all specified requirements.

What You’ll Do:

• Root cause investigation, identification, and the implementation and validation of permanent corrective actions
• Proficiency in communicating performance metrics and expectations for continuous improvement to suppliers
• Advanced knowledge and practical experience with Advanced Quality Planning tools, such as FMEA, Control Plan, Process Mapping, Gage Studies, and SPC
• Competence in Six Sigma, Value Stream Mapping, and Lean Manufacturing principles
• The ability to lead cross-functional project teams, ensuring project timelines and objectives are met while adhering to process requirements
• Lead cross-functional teams in executing the Advance Supplier Readiness process, supporting initiatives related to capacity increases, cost reduction, supplier-requested changes, and new product/process qualifications
• Independently drive suppliers to identify the true root causes of non-conformances using analytical tools and processes, ensuring the implementation and sustainability of permanent corrective actions
• Identify and develop inspection methods for monitoring critical characteristics of incoming parts, including inspection plans, and communication of results to both internal teams and suppliers
• Facilitate and lead training sessions in quality tools, including FMEA, SPC, DMAIC, MSA, and statistics
• Support the development and enhancement of business management methodologies and training materials related to design processes and improvement initiatives
• Support manufacturing location on supplier related performance issues (conduct 8D verification, review CS1/CS2 containment process implementation at supplier)
• Join suppliers’ audits for new potential suppliers to be added in the supply base
• Independently develop acceptance sampling within incoming supplier lots (ASQ/Z1.4)
• Review supplier metric data and generate reports as needed to drive zero defect mentality within the supply base
• Drive preventative measures to minimize incoming defects through incoming inspection of all supplier material

When and Where:

• This will be a 7AM-5PM M-F position located at our Plant in Holland, MI

What You Need to Have:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Hands-on experience establishing, auditing, leading, and maintaining an IATF quality system.
• Experience working as a QE, or SQE in a manufacturing environment utilizing an IATF quality system.
• Ability to read and interpret GD&T and engineering drawings.
• Experience in DFMEA, PFMEA, process control plans and technical process documentation.
• Trained in and have knowledge of root cause analysis, six sigma, CA processes. Experience working directly with suppliers.
• ASQ certification preferred. Strong computer skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Word).
• Six Sigma experience preferred.
• 5+ Years of related experience and/or training
• Up to 25% Travel