Quality​/Supplier Development Engineer

Position: Quality / Supplier Development Engineer
Summary:

This position is responsible for ebm-papst's supplier development program. Specifically focused on supplier management that includes supplier approval, corrective actions, part approvals and auditing.

Essential Function of the Job:
The essential functions of this job require the person, with or without reasonable accommodations, to perform the following:

* Conduct supplier audits for new suppliers and the existing supplier base.

* Collaborate with the purchasing department in selecting, onboarding and developing new suppliers.

* Monitor supplier's performance to evaluate quality and on time delivery.

* Develop, assign and monitor Key Process Indicators (KPIs) related to delivery performance, quality and capacity.

* Develop and coordinate supplier development programs for improvement and cost reductions.

* Report supplier performance to management.

* Analyze supplier's production processes to determine if capacity and quality standards can be achieved.

* Coordinate the Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) on supplier parts.

* Review and understand Control Plans (CP) and Process Failure Modes Effects Analysis (PFMEA) documents.

* Work closely with the plant quality department and the purchasing department to escalate issues regarding quality and delivery performance. Ensure supplier corrective actions are completed in a timely manner and verify their effectiveness.

* Provide support to all departments in regards to supplier issues.

* Use the following software programs when performing this job: MAC-PAC, Order Processing, Visio, Inventory systems, Design, Internet, Project Management, Microsoft Word, Access and Excel.

* Perform all other duties as assigned.

Recommended

Education and/or Experience

* Bachelor's Degree in Engineering and minimum four years related experience

* Supply chain development skills

* Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment

* Desire to work in a collaborative team towards a common purpose

* Flexibility and preparedness to travel with short notice

* Knowledge and understanding of ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 including auditing.

* Knowledge of VDA 6.0 is a plus

All Employees are expected to:

* Follow the Employee Handbook policies and procedures and uphold organizational values.

* Contribute to building a positive work environment.

* Report for work consistently and on time.

* Report to supervision conditions or practices that are unsafe to ebm-papst and its employees.