Supplier Quality Engineer

Cupertino Electric, Inc.; Edgerton (WI); On-site; USD 83,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Cupertino Electric, Inc. is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer for the Edgerton, Wisconsin area. You will work with manufacturing on first piece, in-process, and final inspection while ensuring ISO 9000 compliance and meeting customer needs.

The role reports to the Operations Manager in the Modular Data Center division. Responsibilities include supplier selection, data-driven quality reporting, audits, corrective actions, and collaboration with customers on designs and changes (DFM reviews).

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED; BS in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering preferred.
• Background in fabrication/assembly and electrical assembly/testing.
• Ability to read and interpret specifications and drawings.
• Six Sigma knowledge and use.

Responsibilities

• Support supplier selection and establish quality performance metrics.
• Maintain quality database and report monthly quality and delivery performance.
• Lead internal audits and drive improvements in quality, cost, service, and delivery.
• Develop reports and conduct quarterly business reviews to drive improvements.
• Create and maintain corrective action processes based on Lean and Six Sigma concepts.
• Control and disposition of non-conforming materials.
• Develop customer relationships for new designs and engineering changes (DFM reviews).
• Develop inspection procedures and data collection with manufacturing.

Skills

Process flows

PFMEA

Problem solving

Communication skills

MS Office

Reading drawings

Education

BS in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering

Tools

PFMEA

Excel

ISO 9000/2015

Job description

Posting Title: Supplier Quality Engineer
Reports To: Quality Manager
Location: Edgerton, WI
Salary Range: $80,250 to $105,000

Final determination of a successful candidate’s starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including market location and may vary depending on job‑related knowledge, skills, education and experience. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed on this specific job description. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets.

WHO WE ARE

Since 1954, Cupertino Electric, Inc. (CEI) has been powered by people who’ve built a reputation for delivering high-profile, complex projects. Real, tangible things that alter the landscape and improve lives. And we've done it with integrity for more than 70 years. We’re problem solvers and innovation seekers. We’re team players and safety fanatics. And we're proud to be part of Quanta Services (PWR:NYSE), North America's largest employer of skilled craft labor. Because what we do is important, but how we do it is everything.

THE MODULAR TEAM

Modular solutions by CEI anticipate and solve ongoing problems for data center operators. Our proven, factory‑built and tested data center infrastructure products bring deployments online faster, more reliably, and with less risk than conventional methods.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Quality Engineer will be part of a collaborative team, in our Modular Group. You will have the challenge of working on large complex projects for our dynamic manufacturing‑construction organization located in Edgerton Wisconsin. Cupertino Electric’s Modular Data Center Division, designs, engineers, builds and delivers solutions to a wide variety of clients. Our design, execution and products are State of the Art. This opportunity is limited only by the reach of the candidate.

This individual will work closely with manufacturing on first piece, in-process, and final inspection, while monitoring in‑house processes for conformance of product. One of the primary responsibilities is to ensure our systems meet ISO9000 compliance and customer needs. They will function as an individual contributor and report to the Operations Manager.

• Be a part of the supplier selection team
• Establish performance metrics and measure cost of quality.
• Maintain appropriate quality database and report on a monthly basis the actual quality and delivery performance.
• Conduct internal audits and team reviews to drive improvements for quality, cost, service, and delivery.
• Develop reports and metrics to measure internal performance and hold formal Quarterly Business Reviews to drive improvements.
• Create/Maintain a formal corrective action process based on Lean and Six Sigma concepts to resolve quality and functional issues.
• Responsible for the control and disposition of non‑conforming materials.
• Develop customer relationships to facilitate new designs and engineering changes, including DFMreviews
• With manufacturing, develop inspection procedures and data collection to ensure floor quality.
• Lead problem solving teams using formal processes to investigate and determine root cause to production quality problems as needed.
• Be the internal “voice of the customer” to avoid disruptions in the manufacturing process.
• Represent CEI in discussions with customers regarding quality initiatives and performance.
• Ability to multi task and change priorities quickly.
• Support the team with proactive communications.
• Willingness to assist team in achieving its goal.
• Develop and maintain Control plans and PFMEAs as required by customers
• Work with subcontractors to ensure their adherence to contractual obligations

Other Functions

• Maintain Monthly Performance tracking
• Track CARS and drive to Closure
• Audit Internal Systems to ensure compliance with ISO 9000/2015
• Attend Customer meetings and represent quality

ABOUT YOU

• Ability to develop Process flows, control plans and PFMEAs
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
• Abiity to read and interpret specifications and drawings
• Knowledge of SixSigma methodologies and use

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities as well as possession of any required licenses or certifications is qualifying.

Education

High School Diploma or GED required. BS in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering preferred

Licensure/Certifications

None required.

Experience

Background in fabrication and /or assembly processes desired. Background in electrical assemble and testing

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CEI is a place where every single person can—and does—have an impact on the work we do and the communities we serve. Here, you can build your own story and grow to your full potential. You can collaborate and celebrate with amazing people. And you’ll go home every day knowing you helped contribute to important work that shapes people’s lives. Our commercial, data center and energy projects may be complex, but our approach is simple. We build great things and we do it with great people.

The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department, program or project needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

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