Lead Supplier Quality Engineer

Sonaca North America • Tulsa, OK

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About The Position

Sonaca North America is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to participate in developing and maintaining Supplier Quality Assurance initiatives and processes, and to support Strategic Sourcing Commodity Managers in overall supplier management. The role supports the company’s strategy, quality policy, and values, including its commitment to customer satisfaction, quality products and services, and employee development.

The position leads supplier quality initiatives and processes, oversees supplier quality activities, collaborates with purchasing and site quality teams, evaluates suppliers against applicable standards, and monitors performance metrics. It also supports supplier corrective actions, quality requirements on purchase orders, and improvement projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with 5 or more years of related experience.
• Previous experience in a leadership role.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and AS9100 auditing.
• Ability to analyze and interpret technical materials, regulations, and business documents.
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts, including probability and statistical inference, as well as financial calculations and projections.
• Ability to work in dynamic environments with shifting priorities.
• Proven track record of promoting a participative, team-oriented environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for professional correspondence and reporting.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with Model Based Definition and 3D Designs.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and upkeep of Supplier Quality Assurance initiatives and processes.
• Mentor, train, and coach supplier quality team members.
• Oversee the Approved Supplier List and conduct on-site supplier surveys when necessary.
• Collaborate with Commodity Managers to obtain comprehensive supplier information.
• Prepare reports and updates on vendor status and quality.
• Define quality flow-down requirements on purchase orders in collaboration with Corporate and Plant purchasing departments.
• Manage Supplier Corrective Action Request protocols to solicit Cause/Corrective Action responses from suppliers.
• Investigate supplier rejections to determine the appropriate allocation of defect-related charges.
• Coordinate with site Quality Management to address supplier quality performance concerns.
• Evaluate vendor operations, products, and services for compliance with government and company quality standards.
• Analyze and monitor metrics and KPIs and suggest improvement initiatives.
• Determine parameters such as First Article Inspection requisites, source inspection criteria, Statistical Process Control needs, and other specific approvals.
• Assist with special projects and participate on improvement teams as requested.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a percentage company-match contribution
• Competitive wages
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and accidental insurance
• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability
• Employee assistance plan with access to counseling, consulting, and other community resources
• Wellness program
• Tuition assistance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior