Supplier Quality Engineer III

Panasonic • Sparks, NV

97d

About The Position

Do you want to join a team that's changing the world? Do you have a strong background as a Supplier Quality Engineer III? Then we're looking for you! Put your skills to meaningful use, gain unique experience, and work with world-class team members with diverse backgrounds and expertise who share the same vision. Join the PECNA team today!

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Bachelor's degree in an engineering or scientific discipline (Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry, etc.) from a four-year College or university (preferred).
• 4+ years of quality engineering experience.
• Experience including quality control of batteries or electronic devices.
• Quality assurance work is desired.
• Familiarity with quality management tools (control chart, FTA, FMEA, etc.) and MS Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
• Experience conducting quality investigations, failure analysis, and working hands-on within the production process.
• Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing and speaking English.

Nice To Haves

• Experience using ISO 9001 quality management system auditing.
• Experience with laboratory analysis using SEM, ICP, Karl Fischer, tensile-testers, or similar tools.
• A background as a quality engineer in high-volume manufacturing is strongly desired.
• Extensive data analysis experience such as statistical process control of production data.
• Experience in defect reduction of high-volume manufacturing products.
• Experience interfacing and working with suppliers to provide feedback on nonconformities, etc.
• Familiarity with the Japanese language is desired but not required.

Responsibilities

• Establishing quality control requirements with suppliers for the battery production process.
• Conducting investigations within production process to identify material root cause.
• Monitoring quality performance of raw materials upon receipt and within process.
• Providing feedback to suppliers to ensure consistency, quality, and delivery of raw materials.
• Following up with suppliers to implement corrective actions and ensure closure of non-conforming issues.
• Collaborating with suppliers on process improvement initiatives.
• Conducting supplier process and performance audits.
• Communicating with multiple departments (procurement, production, engineering, etc.) to complete material related projects.

Benefits

• Highly inclusive and class-leading healthcare options to include family planning, mental health, and pet insurance.
• Employee assistance programs that support total well-being with complimentary session offered each and every month.
• Company-matched and fully vested 401K retirement program that starts immediately from date of enrollment.
• Annual bonus program, High5 employee recognition and awards platform, quarterly and annual employee recognition.
• Simplified access to self-guided and representative-supported short and long-term financial wellness and retirement planning.
• Educational Assistance & Reimbursement Program.
• Inclusion programs and associated employee resource groups that promote representation and belonging.
• Leadership, career, and mentorship development programs opportunities at all levels across the organization.
• Several on-site cafes, plentiful snack and beverage kitchens, revolving on-site vendor visits and employee events.
• Collaborative and motivating culture routed in continuous personal and professional growth and much more.
• Shuttle rides to and from work!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree