Supplier Quality Engineer - Burnfoot

Vertiv Co; Burnfoot; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Ireland is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to enhance supplier quality and establish effective quality processes. This role requires effective communication with suppliers, robust auditing skills, and experience in quality assurance methodologies. The ideal candidate will have 1-3 years of relevant experience and a Bachelor’s Degree. This position is based onsite in Burnfoot, Donegal.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in a Supplier Quality Engineer role or related field.
• Experienced with problem solving and quality core tools.
• Background in applying statistical tools for process and product development.

Responsibilities

• Monitor supplier process control performance and develop quality control plans.
• Drive resolution of supplier issues reported by plants and customers.
• Conduct on-site audits to monitor supplier Quality Management System compliance.

Skills

Problem solving tools

8-D

Six Sigma

Statistical tools

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

SPC

PFMEA

Job description

TheSupplier Quality Engineer develops, evaluates, and improves the Vertiv product supplier base through Quality system and product process audits. The Supplier Quality Engineer is responsible for maintaining working relationships with suppliers to ensure the highest Quality possible of purchased components with a focus on continuous improvement. The Supplier Quality Engineer establishes Quality targets and goals to include Quality cost reduction, warranty reduction and overall supplier rating.

This position will be based onsite in our Burnfoot, Donegal facility.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Monitor and resolve supplier process control performance issues by developing robust quality control plans and implementing sustainable corrective actions.
• Drive permanent resolution of supplier issues reported by Vertiv plants and by Customers.
• Initiate and lead supplier performance improvement by partnering with supplier to identify, understand and abate issues for New Product Introduction, First Article Inspection (FAI) and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) as well as Mass Production.
• Lead and own PPAP requirements associated with a change. Complete risk assessments for supplier led changes.
• Lead problem definition and reactive problem solving through containment, identification of root cause and corrective action with Supplier Corrective Action Report (SCAR).
• Develop 8D and supplier reports on reported issues. Communicate internally and externally on outcomes of investigations. Work with internal teams, including Engineering, Service, Manufacturing / Operations, Sales, Offering Management, and Plants Quality to resolve quality issues impacting Vertiv plant and customers.
• Ability to simplify complex information and concisely prepare both verbal and written executive summaries to Leadership Team.
• Perform supplier on-site audits to monitor supplier Quality Management System (QMS) compliance and effectiveness using Vertiv manufacturing site assessment process.
• Identify areas for cost reduction across assigned supplier base including internal supplier process, quality improvements.
• Visit Suppliers to proactively review Vertiv product manufacturing and document improvement needs. Visit suppliers to understand the nature of the issue and get definite corrective action initiated in the organization.
• Evaluate potential new suppliers by conducting on-site audits and scoring of Quality Management System.
• Monthly reporting and status updates to management on Supplier performance and various quality initiatives to business management.
• Supports the execution and maintenance of an ISO 9001 certified Quality Management System.
• Support Vertiv manufacturing sites on supplier Quality related issues.
• Other responsibilities may be assigned from time to time as needed, based on the evolution of the company and the requirements of the department.
• Promote Vertiv quality standards, right first-time approach and zero-defect culture and best practice.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Job Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in a Supplier Quality Engineer role or related field.
• Experienced with problem solving tools and quality core tools (i.e. 8-D, A3, 5- Whys, DOE, SCAR, Fishbone, Pareto, Six Sigma, ISIR/FAI, PPAP).
• Can manage multiple tasks, based on priority, difficulty and severity.
• Background in applying statistical tools for process and product development and control (i.e. Gage R&R, Process Capability, Control Plans, SPC, Process Failure Mode Effects Analysis (PFMEA).

Preferred Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in a Supplier Quality Engineer role or related field.
• Knowledge of metal fabrication/machining/ welding, electrical components, switchgear panel assembly, wiring looms. Process auditing experience.

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree with minimum 1-3 years of experience, experience in role.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Frequent Standing

ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

• Working in a manufacturing environment around machinery and equipment
• Protective Equipment Required (safety shoes, eyewear, earplugs, gloves, etc. where required)

TRAVEL TIME REQUIRED

• 25 to 50%