Job Description:
In this exciting role, the Senior Supplier Quality Engineer will support the Supplier and Distribution Quality organization to identify and establish the Approved Supplier List (ASL) for Distributors and 3PL's, negotiate Quality Agreements, monitor the performance, develop and execute the audit schedule, as well as supporting on validation and qualification activities with these suppliers.
• Ensures that suppliers deliver quality parts, materials, and services.
• Qualifies suppliers according to company standards and may administer a Certified Supplier Program in receiving inspection to ensure cost effectiveness.
• Monitors parts from acquisition through the manufacturing cycle and communicates and resolves supplier-related problems as they occur through the Supplier CAPA process.
• Develops and prioritizes an auditing schedule to ensure that designated suppliers are audited on a regular basis to ensure good manufacturing practices (GMP) and quality standards are met.
• Evaluates suppliers' internal functions to assess their overall performance and provides feedback in assessment of their operation.
• Some individuals may have responsibilities that include Pre-Market Supplier Quality and duties may include: Provides Pre-Market Quality Engineering support to New Product Development (NPD) working in partnership with the Component Engineering, Post-Market Supplier Quality and Distribution Teams, to deliver quality parts, materials, and services, prevent defects, and allow Client to provide customers with the highest quality and reliable products.
• Collaborates with Distribution in the selection of new Distributors and 3PLs.
• Define Receiving Inspection requirements as required and associated test method validation.
Required Skills:
*Requires Engineering Bachelor Degree
• Requires minimum of 4 years of relevant experience, or advanced degree with a minimum of 2 years or relevant experience. Nice to Have * Experience working with Distribution Centers and 3PL's Suppliers. * ISO 13485 Lead Auditor Certification. * ASQ CQE, Six Sigma or any other continuous improvement methodology certification. *Experience in leading projects."
Technical Skills Experience in SAP, Agile and Trackwise desired.
