Supplier Quality Engineer

JOB SUMMARY

• Determines appropriate Inspection processes and directs IQC personnel, where applicable, in executing day to day activities.
• Leads containment and resolution of supplier quality issues with the manufacturers and communicate status on non-conforming parts/suppliers across all programs.
• Evaluates supplier performance, drives supplier improvements and corrective actions through the SCAR process.
• ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES · Defines, develops and implements Supply base strategies that drive improvements is supplier selection, development, and leverage across customer programs for quality improvements and cost savings. · Provides regular updates to Quality Engineering Manager on the execution of the strategy. · Provides support for NPI activities by participation in the AQP process as required · Ensures that all production critical supplier issues are resolved in a timely manner, and corrective actions are implemented. · Defines and develops the appropriate Inspection Plans and Inspection Methods, directs Receiving Inspection Auditors · Defines and develops the inspection processes via inspection aids and instruction guidelines. · Ensuring ongoing site supplier evaluation is performed.
• This would be achieved by using site information collected from Receiving Inspection, MRB, Customer Returns, SCAR database and by liaison efforts with customer work cells.
• Performance will be reported internally, to the supplier, and to the customer where applicable. · Monitors and drives PPM issues with the supply base in addition to helping them achieve “Dock to Stock” certified with Jabil (in accordance to the vendor performance system). · Reviews all supplier discrepancies.
• Coordinates and tracks the corrective/preventative action effort. · Proactively communicate information or issues that may impact the product costs or manufacturability to all affected departments. · Provides insight and assistance of implementing and maintaining Process Improvement and Optimization concentrating on proactive methodologies with the supply base. · Leads SCAR – Supplier Corrective/Preventive Action process for problem resolution and continuous improvement, including critical analysis of supplier DOE, CPK, Gauge R&R studies. · Adhere to all safety and health rules and regulations associated with this position and as directed by supervisor. · Comply and follow all procedures within the company security policy. · Site RoHS subject Matter Expert · May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• MANAGEMENT & SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES · Typically reports to Management.
• Direct supervisor job title(s) typically include: Quality Manager · Job is not directly responsible for managing other employees (e.g., hiring/termination and/or pay decisions, performance management).

• KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS · Strong electro / mechanical background desired; knowledge of plastic injection molding & tooling, metal stampings & tooling, metal fabrication, machining and various electrical components, connectors, PCB & PCBA, cable assembly, full assembly integration etc. · Able to read and interpret mechanical drawings (6 sigma training desired). · Good skills in MS excel, word, power point, visio, and project. · Understanding of the quality system, medical and commercial regulatory requirements and how they relate to the business. · Proficiency in use of personal computers, Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word and PowerPoint) and e-mail skills required.
• EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS · Bachelor’s degree required, Bachelor’s degree in Engineering preferred. · 3-5 years of experience in Quality or Manufacturing Engineering · Or an equivalent combination of education, training or experience.