Supplier Quality Control Specialist

Air Liquide•Santa Ana, CA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Supplier Quality Control Specialist performs supplier quality control activities, maintains technical competencies, and supports standard quality processes across the organization. The role verifies that purchased equipment conforms to purchase orders, applicable rules and codes, and specifications, helping manage risk and ensure suppliers provide goods or services that meet Air Liquide quality expectations and customer needs. The position is based in Santa Ana, California, and requires substantial domestic travel, with some international travel, according to project needs.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 7 years of experience with critical machining components and/or in aerospace.
Extensive knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing and drawing interpretation.
Knowledge of basic root cause analysis and FMEA tools.
Knowledge of Gauge R&R and CMM measurement.
Proficiency in fabrication processes.
Proficiency in non-destructive examination.
Proficiency in materials and welding.
Practicing knowledge of U.S. statutory and regulatory rules.
Fluent English.
Mastery of Google Workspace tools, including Docs, Sheets, Gmail, and Google Drive.
Practicing knowledge of SAP, SRM tools, and non-conformities management tools.
Valid U.S. employment authorization; the position does not offer non-immigrant visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree, preferably in engineering, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.

Responsibilities

Complete assigned supplier quality control activities on projects.
Perform inspections based on approved inspection and test plans, including critical-to-quality parameters.
Verify purchased components conform to requirements to help avoid rejections at incoming inspection.
Support supplier quality control activities in collaboration with third-party agencies and Air Liquide Turbo peers.
Support projects with manufacturing, control, and certification issues.
Participate in improving processes and standards and in capturing and sharing learnings.
Conduct root cause analysis for major quality issues and determine corrective and preventive actions.
Coordinate inspection resources, including agencies and internal resources.
Perform other tasks as assigned.