Supplier Quality Tech II

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About the role

This position will be part of the Quality team that supports Trane’s Manufacturing and Engineering operations at our Grand Rapids facility. The Quality team strives to ensure that our values, culture, and engagement always allow us to do great things for our company. You will report to Supplier Quality Engineering and collaborate with other Operations and Quality team members.

The work is on-site (5 days).

Responsibilities

• Execute Component Risk Assessment procedure for all the New PPAP Tasks: SPDCR, RTS, NDP, Relocation, VAVE projects, etc. to define the PPAP level that will be requested to the Suppliers (according to BOS CRA procedure).
• Notify the Suppliers and Internal peers the PPAP Level for parts.
• Send the PPAP Package (PSW complete file) to Supplier.
• Handle all PPAP’s tasks in Windchill.
• Evaluate PPAP’s according to Engineering Drawing and Trane Technologies specifications. Evaluations include dimensional and compliance with Trane Specs: Metallurgical results, chemical analysis, Hardness, Functional test results: Hipot, Continuity, Polarity, Burst Test, etc.
• Execute Fit, Form and Function for components and get the Approval signatures from Manufacturing Engineers, Product Engineers, Production Supervisors, SQE.
• Notify PPAP Status to suppliers and Project members.
• Complete P-24 in Windchill system according to the criteria.
• Identify Critical features in New drawings to start requesting Monthly Report (CP and CPK) to the Suppliers.
• Read and interpret engineering requirements from text and drawings.
• Use a variety of tools, precision-measuring instruments, and volt meters.
• Conduct technical quality assurance inspections and use results to improve production processes and standards.
• Actively participate in Root Cause Analysis and Problem Solving.
• Interface with engineering and production departments to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues, and to develop rework/repair instructions and procedures.
• Maintain clean, accurate data and documentation of all non-conforming material detected in Production. Perform, follow up, train and maintain the NCM process.
• Perform inspection and audit duties on a variety of parts/units involving first piece, in process and final inspection.
• Attend and update MDI teams.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent; associate degree in a technical field preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working in Quality areas.
• Ability to read and understand Engineering drawings.
• Familiarity with quality measurement tools, including dimensional and electrical measuring equipment.
• Ability to learn CMM and GDT (a plus).
• Strong mechanical aptitude.

Pay

Hourly base pay: $27.71. This is a non-incentive, non-commission eligible role.

Benefits

Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including:

• Health insurance and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives.
• Family building benefits including fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
• 401K match up to 6%, plus an additional 2% core contribution (total up to 8% company contribution).
• Paid time off: 15 vacation days, 9 paid holidays, 3 floating holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave.
• Educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.

Note: Benefit offerings may vary depending on Collective Bargaining Agreements and local/state regulations.

This is a safety-sensitive role which may require additional drug screening.