Supplier Quality Analyst

Rolls-Royce•Mankato, MN

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Pioneer the next generation of innovation. Join us and you’ll develop your skills and expertise to the very highest levels, working in an international environment for a company known the world over for its brilliance. This position is for the quality of components purchased from the supply chain, supplier development, and inspections.

Requirements

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S without sponsorship. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing or Industrial engineering and 5 years of experience in quality, industrial or manufacturing engineering; or 9 years of experience in quality, industrial or manufacturing engineering

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the production of internal combustion engines
Knowledge of quality control, raw materials, manufacturing processes, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture of engines
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interface effectively at all levels of the organization
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Familiar with plant operations and equipment
Ability to trouble shoot and resolve assembly and quality independently
Excellent analytical and problem solving skills
Strong knowledge of geometric tolerating and related gauges
Knowledge of MTU products and/or internal combustion engines
Working knowledge of gauge and test equipment (torque wrenches, calipers, micrometers)
Excellent knowledge of statistical process control
Experience in resolving zero-hour engine defects with customers
CQE/CQA or similar certification
6 sigma experience or certification

Responsibilities

Responsible for the quality of procurement and supply of materials, and products related to diesel engine manufacturing and development
Work proactively with suppliers to define specific quality requirements and standards; including development of inspection, verification, qualification and statistical process control methods
Provide technical guidance to suppliers toward achieving part certification compliance with engineering drawings and specification
Perform Production Part Approval Process (PPAP/1st Article) for Production and/or Aftersales supplied parts
Develop and prioritize an auditing schedule to ensure that designated suppliers are audited on a regular basis to ensure ISO-9001, process control capabilities and quality standards are met
Conduct supplier audits to determine compliance with safety, emission and control characteristics
Track and analyze failure trends, identify issues, drive root cause analysis, recommend corrective actions and communicate high priority issues to management
Ensure only product conforming to MTU America quality standards is available for sale to customers through physical (sorting, inspection, etc.) and systemic means
Coordinate qualification testing for operation and performance of equipment, engine components and systems
Work closely with purchasing team in new source development and work proactively in a commodity team environment
Write and review technical quality documents, plans and procedures
Maintain Quality Assurance Programs and procedures, assure compliance with regulatory requirements
Keep abreast of specifications, changing regulations and industry standards
Write and distribute quality data and reports
Manage accuracy of inventory on quality hold
Coordinate continuous improvement projects to ensure both the quality area and capabilities are maintained or improved
Promote a compliance culture in area of responsibility, and live the letter and the spirit of the Rolls-Royce Integrity Code.
Perform special projects as required.