Sr. Supplier Quality Engineer

About the role

The Sr. Supplier Quality Engineer is responsible for all aspects of supplier quality for a global supply base, working with purchasing, technology, quality and manufacturing to qualify and develop suppliers as well as resolve supplier quality issues through teamwork, auditing, process improvement and other quality tools.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to qualify new suppliers and new products to production, according to developed standards; ensure products and processes comply with the requirements of the Quality Management Systems (QMS)
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to construct and implement test plans for qualifying new suppliers, products and equipment; detail requirements for machine acceptance runs, Viega Production Approval Process (VPAP) and Supplier Production Approval Process (SPAP); develop ongoing inspection plans for incoming goods and manufacturing processes.
• Carry out supplier audits and visits to resolve issues, drive process standardization, waste elimination, and continuous improvement
• Implement, evaluate, follow up and assist with Supplier Corrective Actions Requests (SCARs)
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to monitor, analyze and report on supplier performance. Lead and support supplier quality improvement teams
• Establish, implement and maintain QMS procedures, documents, work instructions, plant standards and control plans both internally and with suppliers; follow-up to ensure processes and timelines are followed.
• Conduct research and continually develop knowledge of Viega products and systems, including applicable applications, listings and standards.
• Work with Purchasing to develop positive relationships and effective lines of communication with suppliers: Partnership-oriented arrangements.
• Support improvement workshops and initiatives to improve products and processes and reduce costs
• Aid suppliers with implementing Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma or other quality improvement tools.
• Continue to develop knowledge of Lean/Six Sigma project methodologies including but not limited to DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyst, Improve, Control), DMADV (Define Measure, Analyze, Design, Verify), QFD (Quality Function Deployment, FMEA (Failure Modes Effects Analysis), APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning), Value stream/process mapping, associated statistical analysis and supplier development.
• Attend ASQ and continuing education training in order to continually develop quality tools, techniques and systems.
• Attends meetings as required and/or assigned.
• Performs other duties as required and/or assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering
• 4-5 years related work experience, preferred
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), preferred
• Six Sigma Green Belt (SSGB), preferred
• OR
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Science, Math or related field
• 7+ years related work experience, preferred
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), preferred
• Six Sigma Green Belt (SSGB), preferred

Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Products
• Advanced knowledge of quality systems, practices and tools
• Knowledge of math & statistics to compute measurements and perform studies
• Advanced Knowledge of GD&T
• knowledge of CMM programming
• Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Advanced oral and written communication skills, including the ability to write technical reports and presentations
• Ability to perform root cause failure analysis
• Ability to perform and troubleshoot design and assembly of products for testing
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to multi-task
• Ability to plan, prioritize and work independently
• Ability to perform with superior service, reflecting a positive company image while sustaining a positive attitude with those you interact with; always going above and beyond to help others out, regardless of their position or department.
• Ability to adhere to the highest standards of quality while continually performing at the highest possible level.

Benefits

• Health & Wellbeing
• Financial Security
• Growth & Time Off