Supplier Quality Engineer

Manpower Engineering is partnering with a leader in manufacturing for a Supplier Quality Engineer.

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* Job Title:

Supplier Quality Engineer*
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* Location:

Bloomington, MN (HYBRID)*
* ** Pay: $50 - $60/hour + (DOE)*
* ** Duration: 6 month contract to hire OR Direct Hire*
* ** Job Summary*
* The Supplier Quality Engineer will be responsible for the quality oversight of suppliers, contract manufacturers and extended factories. The successful candidate will drive effective problem-solving, continuous improvement strategies and proactive solutions in order to assure best-in-class supplier quality performance.

** Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities*
* + Own all aspects of supplier quality for assigned component, assembly and contract manufacturing suppliers globally

+ Engage throughout the product lifecycle, internally and with suppliers, to assure supplier quality outcomes meet all requirements

+ Develop and deploy supplier, contract manufacturer and extended factory quality management strategies

+ Investigate supplier quality issues to determine root cause and identify/implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence. Issue SCARs, ensuring supplier engagement and responsiveness

+ Participate in defining and managing quality assurance strategies and plans to reduce parts DOA events at manufacturing and customer sites

+ Prevent supplier quality escapes and ensure prompt and effective issue resolution

+ Facilitate process/product change notifications (PCNs) from suppliers, in order to meet internal and customer requirements

+ Develop and execute audit and site inspection plans for suppliers and contract manufacturers' QMS and process controls. Assure effective closure of audit non-conformances

+ Assure supplier compliance to Supplier Quality Agreements

+ Monitor and report appropriate supplier quality metrics. Participate in developing supplier scorecards, and work with suppliers to improve performance

+ Lead QMS improvement initiatives with suppliers, in order to meet ISO-9001 requirements

+ Manage and drive supplier meetings and quarterly business reviews, and assure closure of actions

+ Establish cross-functional working relationships and collaboration across the enterprise (includes engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, quality, field service and other functions)

+ Assure complete and thorough process and records documentation

** Minimum Qualifications*
* + Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Optics, Physics or a related field

+ 7-10 years' experience in a technology industry

+ 3-5 years supplier quality or quality engineering experience

** Preferred Qualifications*
* + Master's degree in Engineering, Optics, Physics or a related field

+ Semiconductor manufacturing or capital equipment industry experience and/or a Manufacturing Engineering background, preferably in metrology semi-equipment manufacturing

+ Operational quality and manufacturing engineering experience

** Skills Needed*
* + Leadership, technical and project management skills

+ Proven problem-solving skills (4D/8D)

+ Excellent communication skills: written, verbal and presentation

+ Data mining and analysis skills

+ Lean/Six Sigma experience including working knowledge of FMEA, Kaizen, Gage R&R and SPC control methods

+ Adaptability and ability to operate in fast-paced and highly-complex environments with demonstrated proficiency in prioritization

+ Ability to manage remote teams and suppliers

+ Six Sigma Green/Black Belt, Quality Auditor certifications a plus

** Job Requirements*
* + Full-time, located in Bloomington, MN

+ Flexibility and availability for virtual meetings across time zones

+ Travel 15-25%

** Benefits:*
* Upon completion of waiting period, consultants are eligible for:

- Medical and Prescription Drug Plans

- Dental Plan

- Vision Plan

- Health Savings Account

- Health Flexible Spending Account

- Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

- Supplemental Life Insurance

- Short Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance

- Accrued Sick Pay

- 401(k)

If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!

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