Supplier Quality Engineer

Westerkirk•Sidney, BC

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Supplier Quality Engineer develops, implements, and coordinates the supplier approval process, develops supplier performance evaluations/control systems to ensure an accurate register of approved suppliers is maintained and to collaborate with the First Article Inspection (FAIR) process by loading/initiating FAIR files for new parts for both production and supplier new parts.

Requirements

Minimum 5 years’ experience working with Supplier Management
Certified Internal Auditor; Certified Lead Auditor preferable
Minimum 5 years’ experience working under ISO9001, AS9100 or similar standard
Minimum 5 years’ experience in auditing (Internal, Third-party, or similar audits)
Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent an asset
Experience, and understanding technical skills related to critical process specifications
Experience in QMS metrics including measuring and monitoring manufacturing processes.
Experience with performing quality assessments including prior audit experience to AS9100 or ISO9001
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to manage conflicts
Good organizational skills and ability to work independently with minimum supervision and direction
Demonstrated ability to read and understand technical drawings and specifications
Good knowledge of statistical techniques and data analysis used in all phases of metrology is considered an asset
Good knowledge of Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Previous experience with Power BI is considered an asset
Experience with Enterprise or Material Resource Planning software (i.e., Visual Manufacturing) is an asset

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and maintain a Supplier Approval Process including coordination Quality and/or technical requirements
Develop and implement a Supplier Control System including proposing current & multi-year annual oversight plans -travelling to suppliers for audits regularly
Maintain an accurate and up-to-date register of Approved Suppliers (Approved Vendor List) including status/ metrics
Implement the Supplier Quality Manual and related sub tier document
Implement, and maintain a Supplier performance monitoring system (influenced by performance and risk indicators)
Load new part information into Net-Inspect. Follow up on FAIR status with vendors until files are completed by suppliers and approved
Manage the Supplier Corrective Action Request (SCAR) process. This includes providing updates to and reporting on SCAR metrics (on the MOS board or through reports requested by the Director of Quality)
Organize, perform Supplier Audits, and report results. This includes proactively creating and updating the Supplier Audit Plan/schedule and seeking timely approval of audit budget/expense and schedule changes
Follow through on audit SCARs to ensure timely closure escalates proactively when risks to closure activities are apparent
Manage & Monitor the Supplier Certification (delegation of authority) program, develop methods for proactive measurement
Provide advice & training to purchasing personnel related to Supplier QA processes
Work as part of the Supplier Quality team to ensure program specific requirements (e.g., CL, Twin Otter, etc.) are clearly delineated to the appropriate supplier base
Assist in the development of standard work for all division activities respecting Lean principles
Understand metrics that measure key performance parameters
Strive to achieve world class levels of customer service in every interaction