Supplier Quality Manager

PACCAR Inc; Montreal; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

PACCAR Inc is seeking a Supplier Quality Manager to ensure that parts received for manufacturing meet high-quality standards. This role involves collaboration with suppliers, conducting quality evaluations, and leading quality improvement initiatives, requiring strong problem-solving and communication skills, along with proficiency in quality methods. The position benefits from a dynamic environment focused on quality in the automotive industry.

Qualifications

• 3-4 years of experience in quality management.
• Experience with quality methods (FMEA, Control Plans, PPAP).
• Fluency in French and English required.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new suppliers to meet quality standards.
• Lead suppliers through Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP).
• Interface with various departments on quality issues.

Skills

Problem Solving

Negotiation

Analytical Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering

Advanced Certification (PE, CQE, CQA, CMQ)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Supplier Quality Manager

Company: PACCAR

Requisition Summary

The Supplier Quality Manager works directly with our various suppliers to ensure that the parts we receive used to manufacture our world class Kenworth semi-trucks meet the quality standard of 10 PPM (10 parts per million defective). This position will be located at the PACCAR St. Therese Plant in Montreal, Canada.

Job Functions / Responsibilities

• Identify, assess, and develop new PACCAR suppliers
• Function as a Quality liaison with suppliers regarding Quality issues
• Lead suppliers through Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) for new product introduction
• Work closely with assigned suppliers to assure understanding and compliance with PACCAR Supplier Quality Requirements Manual (SQRM) and guidelines.
• Work closely and effectively with suppliers to improve overall performance to PACCAR, including the identification, communication, documentation, and follow-up of corrective actions, predictive performance models, and development needs
• Perform evaluations of supplier’s capabilities in meeting PACCAR’s quality requirements.
• Interface with North American, Mexican and European Purchasing, Engineering, Materials, Plant Operations, and Suppliers on current quality issues.
• Conduct Supplier Readiness Reviews (SRRs) at new supplier locations.
• Assist with supplier part verification submission, tracking, and reporting (PPAP process).
• Support timely and comprehensive reporting of assigned Supplier Quality status.
• Approximately 50-70% travel depending on business conditions.
• Must be a native French speaker with fluency in English as well.
• Quality, manufacturing, engineering or purchasing experience.
• Demonstrated problem solving ability gained through 3 - 4 years of progressively complex quality situations (experience in related fields are potential substitutes).
• Proficient in quality methods used to achieve best in class product and process performance (e.g., statistical problem solving and process capability analysis, FMEA, Control Plans, PPAP)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Communication in Spanish language is a plus.
• Strong negotiation and analytical skills.
• Excellent organization and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage conflict across functional and corporate boundaries; effective problem solver.
• Working knowledge of and ability to read, understand, and interpret GD&T, engineering drawings and specifications, and translate into part and process requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to facilitate team efforts and work under minimal supervision.
• Automotive Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) expertise.

Education and Certifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or other technical discipline required.
• Applicants with a four-year degree in a non-engineering or technical discipline will be considered if they possess at least five years’ experience in a related field.
• Advanced Certification preferred (PE, CQE, CQA, CMQ)
• Six Sigma / Lean / Green belt Training (or willingness to complete training)
• Must possess PC based computer proficiency with Microsoft Office products

Company Information

PACCAR is a Fortune 500 company established in 1905. PACCAR Inc is recognized as a global leader in the commercial vehicle, financial, and customer service fields with internationally recognized brands such as Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF trucks. PACCAR is a global technology leader in the design, manufacture and customer support of high-quality light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF nameplates. PACCAR designs and manufactures advanced diesel engines and also provides customized financial services, information technology and truck parts related to its principal business.

Whether you want to design the transportation technology of tomorrow, support the staff functions of a dynamic, international leader, or build our excellent products and services — you can develop the career you desire with PACCAR. Get started!

Additional Job Board Information

PACCAR is an E-Verify and Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability. At PACCAR, we value talent and promote growth and development. We carefully consider numerous compensation factors including your education, training, or experience.

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