About this role
Essential Functions Works with suppliers and other sourcing team members with oversight from senior SQE members
Executes quality portion of MRB / non-conformance product issues using established systems
Execute basic Quality tools that apply to the product and suppliers assigned. Quality Engineering tools such as: contract review, sampling plans, auditing principals, SPC, MSA, First Articles, FMEA, PFMEA, calibration systems, etc to understand and ultimately resolve issues in the supply base
Apply basic understanding of the relevant product or customer specifications, flow down documents, procedures, engineering or process drawings and regulating agent body requirements that apply to the products and suppliers assigned
Issues, monitors and maintains corrective action database
Works effectively with suppliers to resolve problems using Root Cause Corrective Actions (RCCA) tools
Utilizes available data to establish schedules and perform required audits of assigned suppliers
Maintains accurate and current supplier quality records, such as supplier audits, certifications, corrective action responses, and database screens
Participate with the Sourcing team to select and manage assigned suppliers
Executes established Quality plan for assigned suppliers, based upon: Type and complexity of product being procured; quality history of supplier; requirements placed upon items; level of supplier s demonstrated process control; participates in continuous improvement activities
Travel to assigned suppliers, as necessary (domestic and international)
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Excellent communication skills
Team player
Self-starting, but supervision required
Detail oriented
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
Developing facilitation skills
Ability to understand principals of AS9100, ISO-9000/2000, QS-9000 and/or TS-16949
• Ability to understand principals of Continuous Improvement Methodologies (6 Sigma, Lean Mfg. etc.)
Education or Formal Training Bachelor of Engineering 4 year degree in technical field
Experience 5-7 years of experience in quality, manufacturing, or process control in lieu of degree Previous experience in manufacturing processes and quality systems.
Travel Requirements Domestic and international, as required