Supplier Quality Engineer

What will your job be about?

In this role, the Supplier Quality Engineer driving cross-functional ownership of Quality, Simplification and Process Improvements. As a SQE you will support execution of mfg. process as well as the overall Quality Management System (QMS) for the Site Supply Chain organization including a face to the customer, building credibility and confidence in their Quality processes.

• SRG/EHS audit completion & re-audits per risk assessment frequency; new supplier risk assessment/commodity audits; SRG audit finding closure
• Supplier Qualification (Parts/process/product) - On time part/product qualification (MPP/PQP/QCP/etc.) in eSMS; Disqualify suppliers/parts
• Surveillance audit program, critical supplier list maintenance and ensuring audit program sustainability
• RCA/CI activity for top issues
• Supplier deviation report (SDR) approval and management with supplier and client teams
• Supplier KPI performance monitoring and follow up (PPM/CAR’s/RCA
• NCR management (follow up and closure) with supplier & reporting to EC HQ Team
• Recovery of COF (non transactional or material replacement)
  Monthly Supplier performance monitoring
• CIR closure & COF (Tough Cases) monitoring and recovery process partnership with sourcing team
• Focal point for assigned parts and suppliers
• Ensure supplier execution of manufacturing process plan
• Liaison between supplier and engineering team
• Schedule management
• Lead / mentor functional quality team members; ensure alignment around Big Y’s
• Constantly seek, share, and implement best practices
• Job requires 80% travel.

What are we looking for?

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university or college
• Strong understanding of different manufacturing processes, Casting, Machining, Forgings, Fabrication, welding
• Strong commodity knowledge with Project Management skills
• Able to perform manufacturing feasibility study, part risk assessment.
• Able to optimize manufacturing process, develop new concepts for continuous improvement.
• At least 4 years’ experience
• Experience with a Quality Management system; ISO etc
• Proven track record in implementing change
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Statistically literate and familiar with quality concepts and tools
• Able to make executive level presentations
• Quality and cost driven

What do we offer?

A long-term career within dynamic and constantly growing multinational environment and a fresh and enthusiastic team.
The promise for unparalleled learning opportunities, adapted to your needs and supporting your growth.