Supplier Quality Engineer

Sub-Zero Group, Inc.•Fitchburg, WI

14h•Onsite

About The Position

Sub-Zero, Wolf, and Cove, a leading manufacturer of luxury kitchen appliances, is a longstanding, family-owned company in the Madison area. Icons of design and paragons of performance and quality, Sub-Zero, Wolf, and Cove are the refrigeration, cooking, and dishwashing specialists found in the world’s most luxurious homes. We look for team members who are driven by innovation and excellence, striving to serve our customers by doing what is right—with integrity, teamwork, and accountability. SQEs are provided leadership by SQE Manager reporting to Supply Chain. The Team’s primary responsibility is “To Provide Quality Parts to the Production Lines in a Timely Manner”. Each SQE is responsible for a focused group of commodities by operational site. Growth and development are important aspects of this position. Whether you aspire to be a leader or a technical expert, this position will set you up for success in the future. This is an on-site position at our Fitchburg, WI campus.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or better in Mechanical Engineering or related
Must have hands on experience working in a manufacturing environment
Knowledge and proficiency working with computers including Microsoft Office, Databases, ERP, and Product Life Cycle Management
Experience with PPAP and SCAR methodologies
Knowledge of quality processes/procedures and experienced in 6-Sigma methodologies
Good facilitation and communication skills
Understanding and interpretation of engineering drawings
Knowledge of measurement techniques including Metrology, Inspection Methods and Equipment

Nice To Haves

American Society for Quality - Certified Quality Engineer and/or Certified Quality Auditor
Experienced Materials Engineering specializing in Metals
Knowledge of Advanced Statistics, Design of Experiments, and Value Stream Mapping
Familiarity with GD&T

Responsibilities

Develop and implement procedures and systems necessary to promote continuous improvement of product and to support departmental goals.
Work with various business unit teams, manufacturing sites and suppliers to facilitate problem solving, supplier corrective action, evaluation, development and communication of quality improvement plans and metrics.
Ability to analyze information and data in order to create, analyze, maintain and effectively present measures to stakeholders.
Create and maintain databases and product lifecycle management work flows in order to promote new product development and maintain existing product.
Review and assess Supplier Production Part Approval Process Submissions including Dimensional Layouts, Material Certifications, Control Plans, Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis, Process Capability and Gage Studies.
Perform Supplier Qualification and Surveillance Audits with Cross-Functional Teams and Suppliers (some travel required).
Participate in Design and Contract Reviews for Supplied Components.
Supervise Quality Technicians in the areas of Receiving Inspection and/or Metrology Labs.
Manage Projects pertaining to Quality System Infrastructure and New Product Development.