Supplier Quality Engineer

Supplier Quality Engineer – KONE Americas, Allen, TX.

• Execute operational Supplier Quality Management activities at KONE suppliers.
• Provide leadership to suppliers and support internal stakeholders across teams such as Sourcing, Supply Lines, Technology, Modernization, Spares, Major Projects, and Installation.
• Conduct supplier audits in line with the annual audit plan.
• Manage the Quality Annex within the Supply and Purchasing Frame Agreement in collaboration with the KONE Contract Owner.
• Participate in PD/CR projects to ensure supplier launch readiness through risk management (FMEA), Critical‑to‑Quality (CtQ), and change management (KPPAP) activities.
• Audit suppliers and manage supplier performance.
• Apply ISO 9001/14001/18001/45001 standards and related quality management tools such as QC plans, CtQ, SPC, FMEA, DMAIC, Six Sigma, Lean, and mistake‑proofing.
• Utilize Advanced Product Quality Planning and TS16949 standard, methodology, and tools.
• Perform root cause corrective action and preventive action within manufacturing.
• Manage stakeholder and contract relationships.

• 2+ years of progressive experience in engineering, manufacturing, processes & methods, supplier quality management, quality engineering, supply chain management, and sourcing (or related fields).
• Minimum
  
  B.Sc. in STEM, quality, or industrial engineering; alternatively, 8 years of related experience may substitute for a degree.
• In‑depth knowledge of Advanced Product Quality Planning and the TS16949 standard, methodology, and tools.
• Experience with root cause corrective action and preventive action in a manufacturing setting.
• Strong stakeholder and contract management skills.

• Competitive salary
• Flexible work schedule
• Opportunities to learn and grow
• 401K Employer Match
• 401k Employer Non‑elective Contribution
• Well‑being Program
• Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Digital Health Solutions & Telehealth
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Family & Medical Leave
• Parental Leave
• Leave to Care for a Domestic Partner
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
• Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance
• Company Paid Short‑term and Long‑term Disability
• Buy‑Up Long‑term Disability
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity & Accident Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• Legal Insurance
• KONE Credit Union
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Commuter Benefits

The hiring range for this role is $87,300 – $114,555. Variable compensation includes a 10% Target Incentive (50/50) based on achievement of company goals and individual goals.

KONE is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.