Supplier Quality Engineer

SUMMARY

To be a technical focal point to monitor and work supplier quality issues directly with the manufacturer and communicate status on non-conforming parts/suppliers across all programs. Evaluate supplier performance, determine appropriate Inspection processes and provides guidance to Receiving Inspection function at the site level.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Serve as the focal person for commodity related quality and functional issues that stem from components being purchased for manufacturing.

Ensure that all production critical supplier issues are resolved in a timely manner, and corrective actions are implemented correctly.

Serve as the point of contact for Inspection Plans and Inspection Methods, and provide guidance to Receiving Inspection Auditors.

Ensuring ongoing site supplier evaluation is performed. This would be achieved by using site information collected from Receiving Inspection, MRB, Customer Returns, SCAR database and by liaison efforts with customer work cells. Performance will be reported internally, to the supplier, and to the customer where applicable.

Perform supplier audit interfacing with Corporate SQE if applicable.

To provide documentation to perform Inspection of components per Inspection Plans in SAP.

Monitor and drive PPM issues with the supply base in addition to helping them achieve “Dock to Stock” certified with Jabil (in accordance to the vendor performance system).

Drive supplier selection strategies that will yield a supply base that can be used across all customer programs providing leverage cost savings.

Proactively communicate information or issues that may impact the product costs of manufacturability to all affected departments.

Adhere to all safety and health rules and regulations associated with this position and as directed by supervisor.

Comply and follow all procedures within the company security policy.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor's degree required, bachelor’s degree in Engineering preferred; and 2 to 4 years of experience in Quality or Manufacturing Engineering; or equivalent combination of education and experience.