Supplier Quality Engineer

Progress Rail•La Grange, IL

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

The purpose of the position is to assess quality and ensure all products are free from defects and in compliance with engineering and manufacturing specifications and standards. The Engineer works to resolve any quality issues and provide guidance on process enhancements and improvements.

Requirements

2+ years working knowledge of technical aspects of manufacturing and engineering;
Experience with manufacturing and production processes and principles;
Excellent communication skills;
Experience working with internal and external customers;
Knowledge of computer programs such as Microsoft office, Outlook , ERP systems;
Statistical analysis and quality assurance skills;
Ability to travel up to 50%.

Nice To Haves

Experience with CAT production system preferred

Responsibilities

Reviews PPAP submissions from suppliers for product approval, including reviewing supplier documentation, such as warrant, PFC, FMEA, control plan, etc.;
Interacts with production, suppliers, and engineers to investigate quality control issues;
Work with suppliers to resolve any supplier related issues;
Determines quality of critical parts and supplier approvals;
Assigns design assembly to design engineer associated to part/assembly for review and approval;
Eliminates defects of casted and forged parts through SPC, DOE, and six-sigma concepts;
Work with project teams to define project deliverables;
Using SAP to establish inventory impact and address any adjustments required;
Using Six Sigma concept to eliminate defects of parts through SPE, DOE;
Conduct supplier audits, developing improvement plans and tracking items to closure.

Benefits

Competitive Salary
401(k) plan with up to 6% company match (no waiting period with immediate vesting)
Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability Insurance
Supplemental Accident, Critical Care, and Hospital Insurance available along with an HDHP and HSA with seed money
Flexible Spending Accounts
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays
Paid Time-Off (PTO)
Employee Assistance Plan
Education Assistance Program
Employee Recognition Programs
Site specific Production and Incentive Plans
Site specific Step and Skill Level Wage Adjustment Plans
Site Specific Relocation and Sign-on Bonus Programs