Sr. Supplier Quality Engineer

Viega Holding GmbH & Co. KG; McPherson (KS); On-site; USD 76,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan with 7.5% company contribution

Health Savings Account (HSA)

22 days Paid Time Off (PTO)

Discretionary annual bonus program

Job summary

Viega Holding GmbH & Co. KG in McPherson, KS is seeking a Senior Supplier Quality Engineer to oversee supplier quality and develop supplier relations. The role requires collaboration across multiple functions to address supplier issues and implement quality systems. Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, relevant experience, and strong problem-solving skills. Competitive salary package includes benefits such as a 401(k) with company contribution and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or related field.
• 4-5 years related work experience preferred.
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) preferred.
• Advanced Knowledge of GD&T and CMM programming.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to qualify new suppliers and products.
• Conduct supplier audits and visits to resolve quality issues.
• Implement and maintain QMS procedures and documents.

Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Products

Knowledge of SAP and CRM

Advanced knowledge of quality systems

Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills

Ability to perform root cause failure analysis

Strong organizational skills

Advanced oral and written communication skills

Ability to work in a team environment

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering

ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE)

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP

Job description

Sr. Supplier Quality Engineer

Job-ID:17301; Location(s):McPherson KS

This position may sit at either our McPherson, KS or Mantua, OG locations.

Job Description Summary

The Sr. Supplier Quality Engineer is responsible for all aspects of supplier quality for a global supply base, working with purchasing, technology, quality and manufacturing to qualify and develop suppliers as well as resolve supplier quality issues through teamwork, auditing, process improvement and other quality tools.

What You'll Do

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to qualify new suppliers and new products to production, according to developed standards; ensure products and processes comply with the requirements of the Quality Management Systems (QMS)
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to construct and implement test plans for qualifying new suppliers, products and equipment; detail requirements for machine acceptance runs, Viega Production Approval Process (VPAP) and Supplier Production Approval Process (SPAP); develop ongoing inspection plans for incoming goods and manufacturing processes.
• Conduct supplier audits and visits to resolve issues, drive process standardization, waste elimination, and continuous improvement
• Implement, evaluate, follow up and assist with Supplier Corrective Actions Requests (SCARs)
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to monitor, analyze and report on supplier performance. Lead and support supplier quality improvement teams
• Establish, implement and maintain QMS procedures, documents, work instructions, plant standards and control plans both internally and with suppliers; follow-up to ensure processes and timelines are followed.
• Conduct research and continually develop knowledge of Viega products and systems, including applicable applications, listings and standards.
• Work with Purchasing to develop positive relationships and effective lines of communication with suppliers: Partnership-oriented arrangements.
• Support improvement workshops and initiatives to improve products and processes and reduce costs
• Assist suppliers with implementing Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma or other quality improvement tools.

Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma

• Continue to develop knowledge of Lean/Six Sigma project methodologies including but not limited to DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyst, Improve, Control), DMADV (Define Measure, Analyze, Design, Verify), QFD (Quality Function Deployment, FMEA (Failure Modes Effects Analysis), APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning), Value stream/process mapping, associated statistical analysis and supplier development.
• Attend ASQ and continuing education training in order to continually develop quality tools, techniques and systems.

Other

• Attends meetings as required and/or assigned.
• Performs other duties as required and/or assigned

Special Job Dimensions

• Will be required to travel up to 35% of the time.

What We're Looking For

• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Products. Knowledge of other programs such as SAP and CRM
• Advanced knowledge of quality systems, practices and tools
• Knowledge of math & statistics to compute measurements and perform studies
• Advanced Knowledge of GD&T
• knowledge of CMM programming
• Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Advanced oral and written communication skills, including the ability to write technical reports and presentations
• Ability to perform root cause failure analysis
• Ability to perform and troubleshoot design and assembly of products for testing
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to multi-task
• Ability to plan, prioritize and work independently
• Ability to perform with superior service, reflecting a positive company image while sustaining a positive attitude with those you interact with; always going above and beyond to help others out, regardless of their position or department.
• Ability to adhere to the highest standards of quality while continually performing at the highest possible level.

Education, Certification/License & Work Experience

OR

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering
• 4-5years related work experience, preferred
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Science,Mathor related field
• 7+years related work experience, preferred
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), preferred

Total Rewards Package

Compensation

• Base: $76,000 - $99,000 annually, based on specific compensable factors including, but not limited to education, work experience, and geographic market.
• Bonus: This role will be eligible for participation in a discretionary annual bonus program, pursuant to which an employee may be awarded a percentage of their salary based on the company’s performance and their own individual performance.
• Wellness Program
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with a company contribution
• Voluntary Benefits (Life, AD&D, Disability)
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 7.5% company contribution
• Time Off Programs– 22 days Paid Time Off (PTO), 9 Company Holidays, 2 Volunteer Days