Sr. Quality Engineer (Supplier Quality)

Parker Hannifin; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Parker Hannifin in Dayton, Ohio, is looking for a Sr. Quality Engineer (Supplier Quality) responsible for ensuring the quality of purchased items meets requirements. This role involves leading audits, monitoring supplier performance, and collaborating with different teams to ensure compliance.

The ideal candidate will have a BS in Mechanical Engineering and at least 2 years of experience in quality or manufacturing. Knowledge of industry standards and strong problem-solving skills are essential. Travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in quality or manufacturing.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and related process controls.
• Experience with Control Plans, FMEA's, and PPAP.

Responsibilities

• Conduct qualification audits of suppliers.
• Monitor supplier quality performance.
• Assist in training company and supplier personnel.

Skills

Effective problem solving

Knowledge of quality standards

Statistical analysis tools

Communication skills

Education

BS in Mechanical/Industrial Engineering or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

APQP tools

Job description

Location

Dayton, OH

Division

Noise, Vibration, and Harshness Division

Group

Engineered Materials Group

Parker Lord’s Dayton facility manufactures passive vibration mounts for commercial and military aerospace applications. We pride ourselves in differentiating from our competitors by providing high technology solutions and the highest quality products. Our core competencies include machining and rubber‑to‑metal bonding, and we hold multiple industry and aerospace customer certifications, including AS9100 and NADCAP.

Job Title

Sr. Quality Engineer (Supplier Quality)

Position Summary

The Supplier Quality Engineer is responsible for planning, coordinating, implementing, and improving processes to ensure that the quality of purchased items and supporting documents conforms to defined Parker Lord requirements and customer expectations, while minimizing the Parker Lord appraised costs.

Scope/Supervision and Interaction

The position is aligned with Sourcing, Quality Planning, and Plant Quality personnel to ensure a consistent quality message is delivered to the worldwide supply base. Effectiveness is measured by supplier quality performance (SRPPM & FPSQ), incoming inspection costs (Vendor Scrap) and internal/external audit findings. This position reports directly to the Division Supplier Quality Manager.

Essential Job Functions

• Conduct initial and ongoing qualification audits of potential and existing suppliers, including special process and aerospace classified part audits; maintain approved supplier list.
• Monitor supplier quality performance. Coordinate improvement activities for poor suppliers and certification efforts for exemplary suppliers.
• Assist in training of company and supplier personnel in Parker Lord supplier quality processes. Assist in development of appropriate training material.
• Lead or coordinate training of supplier personnel in Parker Lord inspection and test methods and acceptance criteria.
• Assist with design, measurement, audit, and improvement of Parker Lord supplier quality processes that satisfy customer expectations. Document and maintain supplier quality procedures. Conduct audits to ensure internal compliance.
• Participate in internal activities in support of major customer and third‑party certification efforts.
• Lead the supplier frozen planning review board.
• Coordinate Advance Product Quality Planning (APQP) with suppliers to ensure all pertinent product quality requirements for purchased materials are understood, communicated, and met in an effective and economical manner. Follow‑up to ensure resolution of problem areas.
• Work closely with the inspection personnel to determine appropriate inspection methods as well as troubleshoot supplier nonconformance's.
• Lead the Zero‑Defect Approach with the suppliers.

Qualifications

• Education: BS in Mechanical/Industrial Engineering or related discipline.
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience in the quality or manufacturing field or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• The candidate should have knowledge of industry, government and international quality system standards and their application to an industrial environment and knowledge of manufacturing processes and related process controls.
• Demonstrated history of effective problem solving in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in utilizing APQP tools including: Control Plans, FMEA's, PPAP and the ability to effectively communicate advance quality concepts, plans and technical data internally and with external (customer or supplier) personnel at all levels.
• Knowledge of statistical analysis tools (e.g., control charts, capability analysis, etc.) and problem‑solving tools (pareto, C&E, RCCA).
• The incumbent must have proficient in the use of personal computers and general‑purpose software (Microsoft Office), have excellent oral and written communication skills, and work well in a team‑based environment as a leader, facilitator, or individual contributor.
• The position will require 20%-30% travel.

Note: The essential functions above have been provided as examples of the type of work performed by employees assigned to this job classification. The Company reserves the right to modify the work assignments and/or to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions. The job description is not intended to be an all‑inclusive list of duties and responsibilities. It is intended to describe the general nature of the position.

This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S. Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements. All applicants applying for this position must be eligible to work in the United States, as we are an Electronic I-9 / E-Verify registered company. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation and a pre‑employment drug screening.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affiliated Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.

(“Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor”)

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