Supplier Engineer III Senior

Applied Materials; California; On-site; USD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled quality engineer to enhance supplier relationships and drive continuous improvement. In this dynamic role, you will work closely with suppliers to ensure high standards in quality and manufacturability while leading quality improvement projects. Your expertise in engineering drawings and component manufacturing will be vital in resolving quality issues and implementing corrective actions. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact within a collaborative team environment, where your contributions will help shape the future of manufacturing excellence. If you are passionate about quality and innovation, this role is for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Participation in bonus program

Stock award program

Qualifications

• 4-7 years of experience in quality management and supplier relations.
• Bachelor's degree required with knowledge of engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Work with suppliers to improve quality, manufacturability, and cost.
• Lead quality improvement projects to meet targets.

Skills

Engineering Drawings

Component Manufacturing

Quality Tools (8D, Fishbone)

Problem Solving

SAP

Microsoft Office

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Team Player

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Key Responsibilities

Work with Suppliers to ensure continuous improvement in quality, manufacturability, and cost. Clarify engineering drawing requirements and communicate effectively to supporting suppliers.

Continuously involve in the Supplier Selection Process to develop a supply base that provides a competitive advantage in quality, value/cost, delivery, and technology.

Perform the supplier technical audit process and evaluate supplier performance and capability, driving continuous improvement opportunities at the supplier.

Work with end users to perform quality problem resolutions and incident management, driving root cause and corrective actions.

Lead or participate in quality improvement projects to achieve quality targets.

Knowledge and Skillset

• Demonstrate knowledge of engineering drawings.
• Demonstrate knowledge of component manufacturing (e.g., welding, machining, electrical, assembling).
• Demonstrate knowledge of using quality tools (e.g., 8D, fishbone).
• Ability to solve complex problems; take a new perspective on existing solutions; exercise judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information.
• Proficient in SAP and Office.
• Knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; awareness of competition and differentiating factors in the market.
• Ability to solve complex problems under time constraints.
• Responsible with a rapid response capability.
• Good interpersonal skills; able to explain difficult or sensitive information and work to build consensus.
• Good communication skills and ability to adapt to cultural differences while working with a global team.
• Good team player.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's Degree

Years of Experience: 4 - 7 Years

Time Type: Full time

Employee Type: Assignee / Regular

Travel: Yes, 25% of the Time

Relocation Eligible: No

U.S. Salary Range: $120,000.00 - $165,000.00

The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable.

Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.