Supplier Quality Engineer

Job Description Day to Day:

Audit supplier critical manufacturing & inspection processes, policies and procedures to ensure performance and quality standards conform to established Quality requirements

Engage in selection and evaluation activities of new potential suppliers, and conduct onsite auditing of the supplier to assess quality and/or process related requirements

Ensure flow down of Supplier Quality Clauses to its supply base

Ensure New Product Introduction (NPI) takes place in accordance with criteria and inspection plans set up and managed by Program Management, Design and Quality, and in accordance with Supply Chain purchase order requirements and clauses

Review product validation by supplier (FAIR), monitor supplier process FMEA and production control plan (PCP), and advise suppliers PFMEA or PCP improvements

Assess supplier inspection capabilities onsite as needed (IQC/OQC/IPQC);
Assist in generating appropriate inspection plans, and evaluate any inspection and process capability studies provided by suppliers (Cpk, Ppk, Gage R&R)

When needed, evaluate supplier engineering drawings, specifications, special processes and related purchasing requirements for processes, product fabrication and inspection plans, and communicate/coordinate acceptance with Design, Manufacturing and Quality

Participate in measuring, reporting, and correcting supplier quality performance, control processing system anomalies, and non-conforming processes and products

Issue Corrective Action Requests (CARs), and Non-Conformance Material Reports (NCMRs) to resolve issues

Participate in creating remedial activities for suppliers displaying low quality performance based on defective PPMs and non-conformance frequencies, in coordination with Supply Chain and Quality

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.

3+ strong years’ experience in a Supplier Quality role.

Very comfortable with PPAP’s and FAIR’s

Knowledge of quality management system (QMS) requirements, (ISO
9001, AS9100, TS16949 or a comparable quality specification)

Solid understanding of receiving, in-process and outgoing inspection processes including statistical sampling, component measurement techniques, specifications and drawings Six Sigma certified

Bachelor's Degree