Supplier Quality Engineer

Job Responsibilities

Own and Lead Supplier 8D’s on all supplier product issues in an urgent and timely manner

Effective and timely communication with Suppliers on issues regarding their Product Quality

Facilitate root cause analysis and corrective actions of supplier quality issues

Work with the supplier directly, create correction action plans to address process failures

Lead implementation of all Containment activities in plant. (Supplier Related)

Engage and support Advanced Team as required during new launch transition phase

Support new product launches to ensure that supplier quality meets the required standards

Ensure supplier process controls meet reliability and capability levels

Validate and approve Supplier PPAP’s in a timely manner

Manage yearly PPAP’s for carryover product and maintain PPAP records

Ensure adherence to Policies / Procedures

Responsible to coordinate required incoming inspections

Own / Lead monthly Supplier Performance Reviews on Top poor performing Suppliers with monitoring of corrective action plans

Own / Lead supplier escalations working with purchasing team for resolutions.

Job Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Understanding of supplier quality development engineering practices, principles, processes, commodity manufacturing / process knowledge, etc.; 3-5 years of relevant experience

Previous experience in automotive industry

Must be able to utilize standard measuring equipment and specialized equipment such as gages

Strong knowledge in PCB board assembly and fabrication is an asset.

Strong understanding of semiconductor devices and their characteristics is an asset.

Capability to calculate and analyze data, generate reports, present information, etc

Advanced knowledge of FMEA’s, APQP, PPAP, Continuous Improvement (Kaizen)

Demonstrated ability to work on long-term assignments, broad in nature. Must be able to work independently with some latitude for unviewed action or decision.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Reliance One, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.