Senior Supplier Quality Engineer - Lead for Supplier QA

Sonaca; Saint Charles (MO); Presencial; USD 85.000 - 120.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

401(k) retirement savings plan with a

Competitive wages

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Medical, dental, vision, life, and ADP

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Employee assistance plan

Wellness program

Tuition assistance

Descripción de la vacante

Sonaca North America seeks a Supplier Quality Engineer to support the development and maintenance of Supplier Quality Assurance initiatives and collaborate with Strategic Sourcing Commodity Managers on supplier management. The role aligns with our Strategy, Quality Policy, and Values, aiming at total customer satisfaction and quality products.

Responsibilities include leading QA initiatives, mentoring suppliers, overseeing the APL, and coordinating with site Quality Management to address

Formación

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent with 5+ years related experience.
• Previous experience in leadership role.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and AS9100 auditing.
• Familiarity with Model Based Definition and 3D Designs is desirable.
• Ability to analyze and interpret technical materials, regulations, and business documents.
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts, including probability and statistical inference, as well as financial calculations and projections.
• Ability to work in dynamic environments with shifting priorities.
• Proven track record of promoting a participative, team-oriented environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for professional reporting.

Responsabilidades

• Lead development and upkeep of Supplier Quality Assurance initiatives.
• Mentoring, training and coaching supplier quality team members.
• Oversee the Approved Supplier List (APL) and conduct on-site supplier surveys when necessary.
• Collaborate with Commodity Managers for comprehensive supplier information.
• Prepares reports and updates on vendor status and quality.
• Provide leadership in the development and maintenance of Supplier Quality Assurance initiatives and processes.
• Define quality flow-down requirements on purchase orders.
• Manage Supplier Corrective Action Request (SCAR) protocols to solicit Cause/Corrective Action (C/CA) responses from suppliers.
• Investigate supplier rejections to determine the appropriate allocation of defect-related charges.
• Coordinate with site Quality Management to address quality performance concerns with suppliers.
• Evaluates vendor operations, products, and services for compliance with government and company quality standards.
• Analyzes and monitors metrics and KPIs to suggest improvement initiatives.
• Partner with Corporate and Plant purchasing departments to define quality-related flow down requirements on purchase orders (PO's).
• Determine parameters such as First Article Inspection (FAI) requisites, source inspection criteria, Statistical Process Control (SPC) needs, and other specific approvals.
• Assist with special projects and participate on improvement teams as requested

Conocimientos

Leadership

Microsoft Office

AS9100 auditing

Statistical methods

Educación

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent

Herramientas

3D designs

Descripción del empleo

Sonaca North America seeks a Supplier Quality Engineer to support the development and maintenance of Supplier Quality Assurance initiatives and collaborate with Strategic Sourcing Commodity Managers on supplier management. The role aligns with our Strategy, Quality Policy, and Values, aiming at total customer satisfaction and quality products.

Responsibilities include leading QA initiatives, mentoring suppliers, overseeing the APL, and coordinating with site Quality Management to address