Supply Quality Engineer

About the role

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Responsibilities

• Maintain supplier quality performance through Supplier Score cards and other process.
• Manage the SCAR’s program which includes issuing SCARs and ensuring that the SCAR’s are returned, completed correctly, and validated.
• Collaborate with engineering, production personnel, and Quality Engineer to solve production quality issues created by the Supplier.
• Communicate with suppliers to ensure all quality requirements are met, such as Heat Cert, DoC, packaging standards.
• Review and approve new change requests for current approved parts (internal/external).
• Coordinate with Design engineering and Quality Engineer for new product and component design changes.
• Coordinate with Supply Chain (local/global) and Engineering for new supplier qualification and approvals.
• Manage the New Supplier approval process according to the QMS.
• Evaluate, validate, and approve new KPAP’s documents for new parts or revisions.
• Ensure QMS documents reflect the new supplier/part requirements.
• Question defects and provide future solutions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Safety

• Ensure all employees go home safely at the end of their working day.

Quality

• Incorporate Kelvion’s Standard of Excellence into every product produced.
• Adequately adhere to all quality requirements within the Quality Management System.

Corporate / Site

• Follow all company policies and procedures, including Global Code of Business Principles, Code of Ethics and Business Conduct, Operational Framework.
• Participate in and promote Knoxville Standard of Excellence, incorporating high standards of ethical behavior, promoting a culture of honesty and integrity, and fostering a team culture.
• Comply with government and corporate laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.

Other Responsibilities

• Incorporate Kelvion’s Standard of Excellence into every product produced.
• Follow all company policies and procedures, including Global Code of Business Principles, Code of Ethics and Business Conduct, Vision and Values, Operational Framework.

Requirements (Knowledge, Skills & Abilities)

• Read engineering drawings and have good knowledge of GD&T.
• Use different tools from the Quality toolbox to solve problems.
• Work independently without general supervision (self-motivated).
• Communicate effectively with all levels of personnel and management, both internal and external.
• Prepare and maintain controlled documents for the QMS.
• Handle multiple changes and respond quickly to a fast-paced environment.
• Perform duties in an assertive, hands-on manner with good attention to detail.
• Show good project/time management skills.
• Show excellent organizational skills with the ability to perform multiple tasks and obtain results within strict time frames.
• Have exposure to a metal fabrication and welding operation (a plus).
• Have good analytical problem-solving skills.
• Understand basic statistical concepts.
• Be a fast learner with the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Exhibit good interpersonal skills and promote teamwork.

Education and Experience (Required Levels)

• Three to five (3-5) years of experience in an ISO 9001 or IATAF 16949 manufacturing environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent discipline or equivalent work experience.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing, reaching with hands, arms, and shoulders.
• Occasional walking, sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling.
• Frequent talking and hearing.
• Hand lifting and moving objects up to 50 pounds.

Work Environment

• Flexible approach to work prioritizing health and satisfaction.
• Enhancing engagement and fostering career opportunities.