Supplier Quality Engineer

Mini-Circuits•Melville, NY

About The Position

Mini-Circuits designs, manufactures and distributes integrated circuits, modules, and sub-systems for high-performance radio frequency (RF) and microwave applications. With design, sales, and manufacturing locations in over 30 countries, Mini-Circuits’ products are used in a range of wired and wireless communications applications. Our products are also used in detection, measurement, and imaging applications, including military communication, guidance, and electronic countermeasure systems, commercial, scientific, military land, sea, and aircraft; automotive systems, medical systems, and industrial test equipment. Mini-Circuits sells its products to over 20,000 customers globally through our direct sales force, applications engineering staff, and sales representatives, as well as through our extensive website. Position Summary: Reporting to the Senior Manager of Supplier Quality, the Supplier Quality Engineer will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to drive best practices in supplier quality. The role’s primary responsibilities will be to support the development and execution of supplier quality strategies, facilitate continuous improvement, and uphold Mini-Circuits’ commitment to maintaining the highest quality standards across our global supply chain.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in electrical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering, Science, Supply Chain, or a similar technical field
2+ years’ work experience in a supplier quality engineering or quality assurance role
Proficiency in quality management concepts, tools, and methodologies.
Strong working knowledge of Quality Management Systems
Experience in resolving supplier quality issues and implementing effective supplier controls.
Knowledge of ISO 9001, 14001, AS9100, or similar quality standards.
Problem-solving, decision-making, and project management skills.
Familiarity with Bill of Materials (BOM) and diverse manufacturing processes and equipment.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
Strong commitment to continuous improvement and customer satisfaction.
Comply, understand, and support corporate safety initiatives to ensure a safe work environment
Ability and willingness to abide by Company’s Code of Conduct
Valid driver’s license and ability to drive for extended periods of time

Nice To Haves

Experience with PCB / Ferrite core manufacturing, metal parts stamping, & plastic injection molding a plus
Ability to lead cross-functional teams and global projects preferred
Knowledge of Six Sigma and Lean methodologies is a plus.
Knowledge of local environmental, occupational health & safety regulations, & management systems a plus

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the Senior Manager of Supplier Quality to implement and execute the organization’s supplier quality vision and strategy.
Assist in driving best practices and a culture of quality across Mini-Circuits’ global supply base.
Work closely with suppliers to address (escalate, as needed) and resolve quality issues with a sense of urgency, including interim containments, root cause analysis, and RCCA implementation and verification.
Conduct supplier audits and develop Quality Improvement Plans (QIP) to enhance supplier performance.
Conduct supplier risk assessments, audits, and develop Quality Improvement Plans (QIP) to enhance supplier performance and mitigate/develop high-risk suppliers.
Lead supplier onboarding, systems and product qualification processes, ensuring compliance with MCL quality management standards.
Perform evaluations, audits of proposed new suppliers and periodic visits to existing suppliers as needed.
Collaborate with internal teams (Quality & Reliability, Engineering, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and Product Management) to align quality priorities and roadmaps.
Participate in the development and maintenance of quality policies, procedures, standards, and controls.
Interface with QA, MPE, Production, and Engineering in establishing consistent quality requirements
Promote the use of APQP methods and tools (PPAP, First Article Inspection, D/PFMEA, 8D RCCA, 5-whys, Gage R&R, SPC Tools etc.) across supply base to drive consistency in quality processes and products.
Ensure major suppliers have effective Quality Management Systems that meet our quality requirements.
Promote awareness of applicable ISO and AS standards throughout Mini-Circuits’ Supply Chain
Perform pre-delivery inspections onsite at supplier facilities as required to ensure product conformance.
Support and promote continuous improvement initiatives, including Lean, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies within the supplier network.
Monitor supplier performance using data analytics (DPPM, Supplier Scorecards) and report on key quality metrics to drive data-driven decisions.
Maintain clear, effective, and regular communication at all levels within the organization.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Support the Supplier Quality budget, forecasts, and strategic initiatives to meet or exceed annual supplier quality objectives.
The duties, responsibilities and expectations described above are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the member, within the scope of the position.