Supplier Quality Engineer

Owens & Minor • Asheville, NC

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

Investigate, analyze and resolve supplier quality problems by conducting audits, analyzing defect trends and leading continuous improvement projects. Position will require some travel (20-30% locally and to out of state suppliers for audits).

Requirements

• Four (4) year BS Engineering Degree preferred but will consider experience in lieu of degree.
• 5 to 10 years' experience manufacturing and / Quality experience a strong plus
• Proficient in Microsoft.
• Knowledge of QSR's, ISO 13485, GMP, and FDA regulations.
• Experience with FMEA, Control Plans, DOE, SPC, and related statistical tools.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, procedures, and production equipment.
• Ability to write technical documents.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A working knowledge of quality improvement tools and techniques.
• Requires attention to detail and ability to execute to deadlines on multiple projects.

Nice To Haves

• 6-Sigma and/or Lean experience preferred (trained or certified)
• Working knowledge of SAP and or Oracle ERP platforms preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Work with Purchasing to ensure supplier performance is regularly reported, Supplier Scorecard, and that appropriate and timely corrective actions are implemented.
• Maintain and update critical supplier audit system and schedule.
• Conduct supplier audits to drive process standardization, waste elimination, and continuous improvement.
• Monitor, communicate and improve key supply chain KPI's, including Supplier OTD (Past due), DPPM and waste.
• Establish specific short / long term supplier quality goals.
• Champion problem solving and root cause analysis activities with suppliers and customers to eliminate recurrence of non-conformances.
• Supplier Corrective Action Request (SCAR) and Corrective Action and Preventative Action CAPdJ.
• Work to resolve supplier technical issues in a timely manner to ensure continuity of supply.
• Develop long-term supplier relationships and generate and implement cost reduction ideas.
• Aide Production and New Products Teams in the evaluation and qualification of new supplier materials following a defined new product development process.
• Strategically lead supplier performance improvement projects in an effort to increase the supplier capability of consistently meeting Owens & Minor.
• Projects may include: process analysis, value stream mapping, process capability and throughput analysis, 6-Sigma, 5S and Kaizen events.
• Drive "Zero Defect" mentality within the supply base.
• Develop positive relationships and effective lines of communication with suppliers: Partnership-oriented arrangements.
• Help establish and deploy a Closed-Loop Quality Management Systems that integrates all process modules (Audit, Non-conformance tracking, CAPA and lastly Change Control) and ensures completion.
• Participate as a member of the Material Review Board to review and disposition Supplier related Nonconformance Material Reports as required.
• Participate as a member of the Quality Review Board to present the "Supplier Quality Pulse" to Management.
• Maintains all supplier files to O&M quality management system standards.
• Performs additional duties as directed.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Healthcare Plan - Medical, dental, and vision plans start on day one of employment for full-time teammates.
• Educational Assistance - We offer educational assistance to all eligible teammates enrolled in an approved, accredited collegiate program.
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance and Disability - We offer employer-paid life insurance and disability coverage.
• Voluntary Supplemental Programs – We offer additional options to secure your financial future including supplemental life, hospitalization, critical illness, and other insurance programs.
• Support for your Growing Family – Adoption assistance, fertility benefits (in medical plan) and parental leave are available for teammates planning for a family.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and 401(k) - We offer these voluntary financial programs to help teammates prepare for their future, as well as other voluntary benefits.
• Paid Leave - In addition to sick days and short-term leave, we offer holidays, vacation days, personal days, and additional types of leave – including parental leave.
• Well-Being – Also included in our offering is a Teammate Assistance Program (TAP), Calm Health, Cancer Resources Services, and discount programs – all at no cost to you.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level