Supplier Quality Engineer

Celeros Flow Technology

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Supplier Quality Engineer position is responsible for all supplier qualification and development related activities with their assigned scope of suppliers including supplier audits, supplier process reviews, hold points and witness points, non-conformance management at supplier, identification and implementation of supplier development activities, supplier technical capability assessment and enhancement. This role will report to the Global Sourcing team and will work closely with the Category Management teams, Purchasing teams at plant, Engineering and Project teams, liaising with all current and future potential suppliers for their assigned scope.

Requirements

Ability to read and interpret prints, drawings, and specifications.
Must be technically knowledgeable and capable of understanding engineering and quality concepts.
Basic knowledge of auditing, quality systems, and continuous improvement methodologies such as ISO9001 & API Q1, Lean Manufacturing, PFMEA, Six Sigma, SPC, Kaizen and process mapping.
Proficiency using monitoring and measurement equipment to provide evidence of product conformity.
Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to communicate effectively with all organizational levels, both internally and with the supply base.
Outstanding time management and follow-through skills.
The ability to multitask and learn independently in a fast-paced environment.
The ability to achieve goals independently and contribute as a team player.
Strong problem-solving skills.
Adaptability and flexibility.
A bachelor's degree, ideally in Engineering. Will consider equivalent work experience.
3-10+ years experience, including direct supplier quality and external audit experience.
Working knowledge and understanding of ERP/MRP systems and their use in a manufacturing environment.
Ability to demonstrate solid written and oral communication skills.

Nice To Haves

ASQ CQE or equivalent preferred.
Experience in total quality, Six Sigma, or other similar systems.
SAP knowledge and experience preferred.
A CIPS, CPM or APICS certification is helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

Evaluating and qualifying suppliers in conjunction with the Category Managers and the Celeros sourcing teams.
Supports the supplier through the approval of 1st article and/or approval of 1st production batch, as warranted.
Conducts new supplier audits and annual supplier audits for existing suppliers per the Quality Management System directives.
Verifies quality improvement programs for poor performing suppliers.
Measures and manages Key Performance Indicators including cost of non-conformance, continuous process improvement (LEAN objectives) and on-time delivery.
Review of MRB (Material Review Board) inputs & Supplier NCRs (Non-Conformance Reports).
Chasing down & actioning certification NCRs to closure.
Data analysis of supplier non-conformance.
Conducting root-cause analysis and liaising with vendors to implement corrective actions.
Involvement in pre-purchase order placement review of key critical components.
Attending weekly supplier calls.
Ensure compliance with regulations and agreed upon strategy.