Position OverviewAssociate Supplier Quality Engineer!The RoleThis role will be the owner of Supplier Quality supporting our Process Chemicals Business Units. They will work with others to transform, educate and drive substantial supplier performance improvement throughout the supply base.
Job DescriptionKey responsibilities for this role include:- Experience working with Suppliers to improve Supplier Quality Performance.
- Works with the Business, Quality and Procurement to set and drive supplier quality improvement objectives.
- Ownership in resolving all quality issues associated with the assigned suppliers. Ensure all assigned supplier related material quality issues are effectively communicated to key stakeholders
- Identify and team-up with other cross-functional groups to plan and execute recommended supplier quality improvements and qualifications.
- Leads supplier quality performance improvement strategies using statistical treatment of data, process capability, trend analysis and applying project management techniques to improve supplier quality.
- Assess supplier process capability in correlation with new product development, initial supplier selection, ship-to-control and spec improvements.
- Work with suppliers to develop robust supplier root cause analysis, corrective action plans, containment plans and ensure execution for on-time implementation of planned activities.
- Support, develop and execute an annual supplier audit schedule to ensure suppliers have robust quality systems, compliant to all applicable standards.
- Leads the review and disposition of supplier related nonconforming material reports as required.
- Be a leader in supplier risk management and introducing structured training with suppliers in key areas involving management of change, process changes, ship-to-control, etc.
- Interact with Quality Manager(s) to comprehend customer expectations and requirements in order to identify opportunities to improve quality with suppliers.
- Leads supplier quality problem solving and serves as a supplier quality assurance resource for problem identification, resolution, and continuous improvement.
- Establish and maintain supplier KPI's and metrics (process capability, control charts, measurement quality) for monitoring systems effectiveness.
- Analyze and rationalize product and supplier specifications to establish efficient, cost-effective requirements for ease of manufacture and reproducibility.
- Works with customers and suppliers to identify key in-process parameters, process data, supply chain mapping, and coordinating pre-ship samples, pre-approved inventories and supplier quality notifications (SQN's)
- Owner of Supplier Quarterly Quality Meetings of assigned suppliers.
REQUIREMENTS- Must have experience working directly with Suppliers on Supplier Quality Management.
- Minimum Bachelor degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or Material Science Engineering with specialization in Quality Systems and Statistics.
- Must have 8-10 years experience in Supplier Quality Management.
- Broad knowledge of theory and principles of statistics and statistical process control.
- Broad knowledge of quality management systems, ISO compliance, audits.
- Understanding of chemical and material metrology lab and measurement systems.
- Must have the ability to communicate effectively (verbal/written/presentations) at all levels.
- A good working knowledge of statistics and applicable quality methodologies is required (e.g., Six Sigma, SPC, FMEA, 8D, root cause analysis, etc.).
- Must have excellent computer skills (PowerPoint, Excel and statistical software tools).
- Working knowledge of JMP statistical software is especially desirable; SAP knowledge helpful.
- Visits to other manufacturing sites, supplier and customer sites (including occasional overseas travel). Expected travel - 3 days/month.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTSWe value a professional, adaptable, and collaborative work environment. The following competencies are essential for success in any role and reflect our commitment to effective teamwork, problem solving, and workplace communication.
- Resilience - Ability to adapt to workplace challenges, maintain professionalism, and manage responsibilities effectively.
- Communication - Capacity to clearly and professionally exchange ideas, interact respectfully with colleagues and customers, and foster positive workplace relationships.
- Reasoning & Decision Making - Ability to analyze information, follow verbal and written instructions, and make logical, sound decisions.
- Comprehension - Capability to understand and complete tasks as assigned and solve problems effectively.
- Organizational Skills - Competence in managing multiple priorities, maintaining accuracy, and staying focused despite potential workplace distractions.
PAY RANGE: The pay range for this role is estimated at $125,000/yr. - $135,000/yr. with actual wage based on candidate's qualifications and experience.To all agencies: Please, no phone calls or emails to any employee of Fujifilm about this requisition. All resumes submitted by search firms/employment agencies to any employee at Fujifilm via-email, the internet or in any form and/or method will be deemed the sole property of Fujifilm, unless such search firms/employment agencies were engaged by Fujifilm for this requisition and a valid agreement with Fujifilm is in place. In the event a candidate who was submitted outside of the Fujifilm agency engagement process is hired, no fee or payment of any kind will be paid. 
