Investigate supplier rejections to allocate defect-related charges.
Benefits
401(k) retirement savings plan with company-match contribution.
Paid holidays and time off.
Medical, dental, vision, life, and accidental insurance.
Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
Employee assistance plan for counseling and community resources.
Wellness program and tuition assistance.
Full Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY
We are currently seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer. The Supplier Quality Engineer is responsible for participating in the development and maintenance of Supplier Quality Assurance initiatives and processes and for supporting Strategic Sourcing Commodity Managers in overall supplier management. In all actions, they will support Sonaca's Strategy, Quality Policy, and Values by supporting our commitment to total customer satisfaction, quality products and services, and employee development.
ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead development and upkeep of Supplier Quality Assurance initiatives.
Mentoring, training and coaching supplier quality team members.
Oversee the Approved Supplier List (APL) and conduct on-site supplier surveys when necessary.
Collaborate with Commodity Managers for comprehensive supplier information.
Prepares reports and updates on vendor status and quality.
Provide leadership in the development and maintenance of Supplier Quality Assurance initiatives and processes.
Define quality flow-down requirements on purchase orders.
Manage Supplier Corrective Action Request (SCAR) protocols to solicit Cause/Corrective Action (C/CA) responses from suppliers.
Investigate supplier rejections to determine the appropriate allocation of defect-related charges.
Coordinate with site Quality Management to address quality performance concerns with suppliers.
Evaluates vendor operations, products, and services for compliance with government and company quality standards.
Analyzes and monitors metrics and KPIs to suggest improvement initiatives.
Partner with Corporate and Plant purchasing departments to define quality-related flow down requirements on purchase orders (PO's).
Determine parameters such as First Article Inspection (FAI) requisites, source inspection criteria, Statistical Process Control (SPC) needs, and other specific approvals.
Assist with special projects and participate on improvement teams as requested
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCES
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent with 5+ years related experience.
Previous experience in leadership role
Proficient in Microsoft Office and AS9100 auditing.
Familiarity with Model Based Definition and 3D Designs is desirable.
Ability to analyze and interpret technical materials, regulations, and business documents.
Ability to work with mathematical concepts, including probability and statistical inference, as well as financial calculations and projections.
Ability to work in dynamic environments with shifting priorities.
Proven track record of promoting a participative, team-oriented environment.
Strong written and verbal communication skills for effective professional correspondence and reporting
We take care of our people.
401(k) retirement savings plan with a percentage company-match contribution
Competitive wages
Paid holidays
Paid time off
Medical, dental, vision, life, and accidental insurance
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
Employee assistance plan - for access to counseling, consulting and other community resources
Wellness program
Tuition assistance
Subject to eligibility, terms, and conditions
This job description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties. The responsibilities, tasks, and duties may differ from those outlined in the job description and other duties, as assigned, may be required. This document does not create an employment contract. Employees of the Company are employed on an "at will" basis and may be terminated at any time.
