Supplier Quality Development Engineer

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Description: Design and maintain standards expertise,policies, procedures, and manuals for Supplier Quality on thedetermination of new supply sources, supplier quality relations,standardization of measurements, and acceptable criteria of materials.Compile supplier performance KPI metrics and participate in supplierscorecard development. Ensures suppliers meet requirements. Developsupplier to meet these requirements as needed. Supports the Sourcingteam in the selection and quality of potential suppliers and Support NPD(New Product Development) projects. Interfaces with personnel frommultiple plants to resolve chronic or major supplier issues and verifythat suppliers understand process/product requirements. Implements andmaintains quality improvement and auditing systems with suppliersfocusing on process controls, quality control, quality management andquality systems. Review engineering specifications and drawings todetermine suppliers\' abilities to meet parameters and reviews new andmodified product designs from a material standpoint advisingmodifications when necessary. Reviews and approves Suppliers PPAP\'s;review and audit the deliverables including: Control Plans, CapabilityStudies, Part layouts, Gage R&R, PFEMA, and support or lead projectmanagement efforts regarding supplier changes. Involve suppliers,internal resources, plant personnel to drive containment and closed-loopclosure to significant quality issue. Ensure that Supplier qualityissues are resolved using an appropriate problem-solving methodologylike; Root Cause, 8D and decision matrices. Assists multiple plants onthird party audit regarding supplier qualifications and performance.Assist Purchasing and Customer Service to expedite product fromsuppliers in urgent situations Performs other duties as assigned.COMPETENCIES: Customer Service (Internal/External) - Manages difficultor emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs;Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests forservice and assistance; Meets commitments Ethics - Treats people withrespect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works withintegrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values; Teamwork -Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity andopenness to others\' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes tobuilding a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above owninterests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals andobjectives; Supports everyone\'s efforts to succeed. Analytical -Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researchesdata; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs workflows and procedures Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problemsin a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully;Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solvingsituations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topicsPlanning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses timeefficiently; Sets goals and objectives Adaptability - Adapts to changesin the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach ormethod to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change,delays, or unexpected events Quality Management - Looks for ways toimprove and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.Interpersonal Skills Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; maintainsconfidentiality, listens to others without interrupting; keeps emotionsunder control; remains open to others\' ideas and tries new things.Maintains confidentiality of all payroll, medical, benefit and employeerelated information. An individual in this position must be able tosuccessfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listedabove. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals withdisabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Theabove list reflects the general details necessary to describe theprinciple and essential functions of the position and shall not beconstrued as the only duties that may be assigned for the position.Requirements: BS degree in Engineering related field. Have 5+ yearsdemonstrated quality systems knowledge and experience. Ability to travelexpectation 50% up to 75%. Broad knowledge of manufacturing. Capable tosummarize test data and report for external customers. Problem solvingtools (KT, 8D, etc.). Familiarity in Advanced Quality Planning includingAIAG Advanced Quality Planning and Control Plan, FMEAs, PPAPs, MSA andStatistical Process Control (SPC) standards. Experience using Minitab orother statistical tools. Strong self-motivation and communicationskills. Strong commitment to customer satisfaction. Ability to thinkoutside the box and suggest/implement continuous improvement ideas.Strong analytical thinking. Good level of inter-personal relationships,interface with foreign personal. Being able to perform successfully in amatrix organization; Capable to lead complex efforts on behalf of theQuality leadership across functions. Self-started and being able to workindependently. Licenses/Certificates: Six Sigma Green or Black Belt orCertified Quality Engineer preferred. Technology/Equipment: Previousexperience as an auditor for ISO 9001/TS 16949 or VDA Quality Systems,required. Benefits: Comprehensive health benefits package (medical,dental, vision, etc.) for positions of 30 hours or more per week. HealthSavings Account with annual employer contribution. Company provided LifeInsurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment, and Short-TermDisability. Voluntary Life Insurance, Spousal Life, Child Life, CriticalIllness, Accident, and Long-Term Disability. 401(k) with matchingcontribution that is fully vested from day one. Generous amount of PTO,plus 14 paid Holidays. Tuition reimbursement and scholarshipopportunity. \$250 in Lifestyle Reimbursement Account upon completion ofannual physical. Wellness program with monthly themes, quarterlychallenges, onsite flu shot clinics and biometric screenings. Clean andsafe work environment. Physical & Mental Demands: The physical demandsdescribed here are representative of those that must be met by anemployee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals withdisabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing theduties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; talk orhear; and use hands to handle, or touch objects or controls. Theemployee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion theincumbent may be required to stoop, bend, or reach above the shoulders.The employee must occasionally lift up to 30 pounds. Specific visionabilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision,color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjustfocus. Equal Opportunity Employer: We are proud to foster an inclusiveand diverse workplace culture. We are an equal opportunity employer andare committed to providing equal employment opportunities to allemployees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color,religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin,age, disability, genetics, or any other characteristic protected byapplicable federal, state, or local law. We value diversity and believethat a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential to drive innovation,foster creativity, and achieve success. We welcome and encourageapplications from individuals of all backgrounds and are dedicated toensuring a fair and equitable recruitment and employment process foreveryone. PI269557144 \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: