Supplier Quality Engineer

GW Lisk Company Inc•Clifton Springs, NY

4h•$72,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for supporting supplier quality and development, supplier strategic initiatives, assessing QMS systems, and proactively working on improved incoming components / material (reduced DPPM). This role involves working cross-functionally with Engineering, Manufacturing, Purchasing, and internal Quality Engineers to assess risk and approve suppliers for new and existing products. The engineer will work with suppliers to ensure compliance to requirements, assess risk, identify critical characteristics, and approve/verify corrective and preventative actions. Key activities include reviewing and approving supplier Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) and First Article Inspection Reports (FAIR), facilitating Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) requirements, participating in the MRB process, leading root cause analysis and corrective actions with suppliers, and processing supplier waivers. The role also requires conducting supplier audits, working with various quality systems (ISO 9001, AS 9100, IATF 16949, ISO 14001), supporting internal quality auditing, and possessing strong knowledge of Six Sigma methodology. Travel to suppliers is required (approximately 30%).

Requirements

5-7 years minimum experience functioning in a quality or supplier quality role.
Strong knowledge in commodities including machining, electronics, raw materials, hardware, and special processes.
Bachelor’s degree in an engineering or technical field.
Familiarity with manufacturing of components (i.e. Machining, Castings/Forgings, Injection Molding, Metal fabrication stampings, electronics, plating) as well as raw materials including various metals and plastics.
Experience with APQP and PPAP including the use of Control Plans and Process Flow Diagrams.
Comprehensive understanding of Failure Mode Effect Analysis (FMEA) including Design (DFMEA) and Process (PFMEA).
Experience with advanced Quality Management Systems: AS9100 and IATF 16949.
Strong background with various supplier tools/activities including corrective actions, problem solving, supplier audits, supplier score cards and risk assessments.
Strong statistical analysis and mathematical ability including Measurement Systems Analysis and Capability Studies.
Experience with GD&T metrology, inspection/testing procedures and methodology.
Maintain positive supplier relations.
Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
Self-starter with minimal supervision.

Nice To Haves

Problem solving tools such as the Shainin System (Red-X method) and 8D Analysis.
Black Belt certification.
ASQ certification (CQE & CQA).

Responsibilities

Support supplier quality and development, and supplier strategic initiatives.
Assess QMS systems and proactively work on improving incoming components/material.
Work cross-functionally with Engineering, Manufacturing, Purchasing, and internal Quality Engineers to assess risk and approve suppliers.
Ensure supplier compliance to requirements, assess risk, identify critical characteristics, and approve/verify corrective and preventative actions.
Review and approve supplier Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) and First Article Inspection Reports (FAIR).
Facilitate Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) requirements, including control plans, process instructions, inspection and testing requirements, SPC, and MSA.
Participate in the MRB process to identify, evaluate, and dispose of nonconforming product.
Lead root cause analysis and corrective action with suppliers.
Process Supplier Waivers.
Conduct timely and compliant supplier audits.
Work effectively in a fast-paced environment with short deadlines.
Work with various quality systems: ISO 9001, AS 9100, IATF 16949 and ISO 14001.
Support Company’s internal quality auditing process.
Advocate utilization of Six Sigma methodology and problem-solving tools throughout the organization.
Travel to suppliers as needed (approximately 30%).