Supplier Quality Engineer

Elevate Aircraft Seating LLC.

Huntington Beach (CA)

On-site

USD 80,000 - 110,000

Full time

47 hours ago

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Job summary

Elevate Aircraft Seating LLC in Huntington Beach, CA is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to strengthen our supply chain quality. The role focuses on supplier audits, process capability, and quality improvements to ensure craftsmanship and conformance from suppliers.

You will collaborate with Engineering and Procurement, visit suppliers, lead corrective actions, and support new product launches. A bachelor’s degree and 3+ years in quality engineering are required; ASQ QE is a plus.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in a related field is required.
Minimum of 3+ years of engineering experience in a Quality environment.
ASQ Quality Engineer Certificate desired

Responsibilities

Carry out supplier validation audits with supplier support and APQP.
Define process parameters with Engineering to meet product requirements.
Assist in supplier approvals by assessing capabilities and risks (Health, Safety, Environment).
Lead improvements with suppliers using quality tools and root-cause analysis.
Visit suppliers to ensure product conformance and craftsmanship.
Support new product launches to meet required standards.
Facilitate corrective actions for supplier quality issues and MRB/CCB involvement.
Perform on-site supplier visits for root-cause verification and corrective actions.
Develop and maintain correction action plans with suppliers.
Review supplier processes and collaborate on improvements and value opportunities.
Escalate unresolved supplier quality issues per project timelines.
Monitor and report supplier quality performance with Quality Manager.

Skills

MS Office

Advanced Excel

Quality systems

Lean manufacturing

Measurement techniques

Engineering drawings

Manufacturing processes

Education

Bachelor's Degree in related field

Tools

MRP systems

Job description

Since 2018, Elevate Aircraft Seating has been enhancing the passenger experience through innovative aircraft seat design and manufacturing. With locations in California, Washington, and Germany we are guided by creativity, collaboration, and a shared commitment to quality.

We are looking for a skilled Supplier Quality Engineer to join our team in Huntington Beach, CA. This is an on-site position based in Huntington Beach, CA. We value teamwork, inclusivity, and continuous professional development, and we offer competitive benefits along with opportunities for growth.

Export Control Requirements

120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Job Summary

The Supplier Quality Engineer champions improvements with suppliers using analysis and implements corrections and improvements using quality tools such as Process mapping, SPC, FMEA, Six Sigma, Kaizens, A3s, fishbones, root cause analysis etc. The Supplier Quality Engineer monitors suppliers and ensures the management of the company's quality, process and/or business improvement efforts within the Supply Chain. They interfaces with Procurement / Purchasing to improve the relationship and performance with the supplier. The Supplier Quality Engineer will visit suppliers and be heavily engaged in ensuring product conformance and craftsmanship from suppliers. The Supplier Quality Engineer is also responsible for rate readiness assessments as well as approving and disapproving suppliers.

SUMMARY OF JOB DUTIES

Essential Functions (Other duties and projects may be assigned or requested.)

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Carrys out supplier validation audits, with supplier support and supplier advanced product quality planning (APQP).
Works with Engineering (Design and Manufacturing Engineers) team to define process parameters and criteria to ensure supplier process capability is effective to meet product and process requirements.
Assists in the supplier approval process by assessing manufacturing/technology capabilities and Health, Safety and Environmental risks.
Champions improvements with suppliers using analysis and implements corrections and improvements using quality tools.
Visits suppliers and is heavily engaged in ensuring product conformance and craftsmanship from suppliers.
Assists in new product launches to ensure that supplier quality meets the required standards.
Facilitates root cause analysis and corrective actions of supplier quality issues.
Performs on-site supplier visits for root cause analysis and verification of correction actions of supplier quality issues.
Works with the supplier directly, create correction action plans to address process failures.
Reviews supplier manufacturing processes, collaborate with suppliers on process improvement and value enhancement opportunities.
Facilitates the escalation of unresolved supplier quality issues within assigned projects and suppliers.
Assists the Quality Manager to monitor and report on supplier product quality and performance.
Ensures the management of the company's quality, process and/or business improvement efforts within the Supply Chain.
Reports on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) in order to adhere to process and prevent occurrence of any non-conformity relating to product, process or system.
Leads quality audits.
Creates craftsmanship and inspection plans and drives requirements to suppliers.
Participates in MRB and CCB.
Reviews nonconformance reports with suppliers.
Develops and maintains strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure optimal performance.
Communicates efficiently throughout the shop floor and with own and customer’s management.
Undertake special projects as required.
Contribute to continuous improvement activities.

Education

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS – Education, Knowledge, and Experience

Bachelor's Degree in related field is required.

Experience:

Job assignments will be based on experience, job opening and budget availability, and the performance level of the incumbent.

A minimum of 3+ years of engineering experience in a Quality environment.

Skills

Proficient with Microsoft Office® programs, Office, and with MRP systems. Advanced Excel skills
Knowledge of quality and business systems
Lean Manufacturing knowledge
Knowledge of measurement techniques
Understanding and interpretation of engineering drawings
Understanding manufacturing processes

Preferred Skills/Experience

Strong trouble shooting skills and communication skills.
Advanced Spreadsheet building and Microsoft Office Skills.
Ability to read engineering drawings, specifications and other related literature is necessary.
Proficient with general quality systems and with the following tools: Process mapping, SPC, FMEA, Six Sigma, Kaizens, A3s, fishbones.

Other

Extended or irregular hours may be required.
Traveling and visiting suppliers is a requirement.
Must be authorized to work in the United States
Elevate Aircraft Seating is an “at-will” employer; employment is at the mutual consent of both the employee and the employer and may be terminated at will for any reason, with or without cause, at any time during employment with the Company.
As business conditions warrant a change in the operating necessities of the Company, all employees are expected to react productively and handle other essential tasks assigned now or in the future.
Tasks may vary slightly based on products produced at a division.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES

ASQ Quality Engineer Certificate desired

SUPERVISION PROVIDED TO THE POSITION

Direction is provided for assignments in terms of desired outcome (goals), timing and budget. Work is reviewed or measured in terms of meeting organizational objectives and schedules

LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITY

Has no direct reports, however, the Quality Engineer is expected to lead improvement and corrective action events and provide guidance to inspection staff.

PROBLEM SOLVING

Develop and provide solutions to complex problems based on established precedents and are consistent with organization objectives.

Language Skills

Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing

Compensation & Benefits

Elevate Aircraft Seating offers competitive wages and benefits to recognize employees for their work. The base pay offered will vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, location, experience and take into account internal equity.

Salary Range Transparency: $80,000 - $110,000 annually

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