Supplier Quality Engineer

Copeland; Sidney (OH); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Copeland, a global HVACR leader, seeks a Supplier Quality Engineer based in Sidney, Ohio. You will evaluate suppliers, lead audits, and drive quality for new product development and supplier transitions.

This hybrid role requires in-office presence at least three days weekly, with opportunities to mentor interns and strengthen supplier quality across the North American region.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field with five years of experience.
• Quality engineering experience including APQP, Flow Charting, Control plans, FMEA, DFM.
• Statistical Process Control experience.
• Measurement System Analysis (Gage R&R).
• Problem Solving; Corrective Action; Process Improvement Techniques.
• Quality Systems; ISO 9000 and/or TS16949.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficient ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications including GD&T.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes used in relevant commodities.
• Travel up to 15% within North America.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate suppliers by leading/conducting quality system audits using the Copeland Supplier Audit (CSA).
• Assist with source selection and development. Audit and evaluate technical capabilities of existing and potential suppliers.
• Monitor and report supplier quality performance trends periodically and implement actions as needed to achieve quality objectives.
• Process, review and disposition PPAPs, deviations, audit findings, and supplier corrective actions. Ensure supplier controls and processes can produce compliant components. Ensure PFMEA, Control Plans, and other process docs are adequate.
• Develop and support suppliers through visits, CSA quality audits, process audits, lean projects, and provide manufacturing process technical guidance; follow up on corrective actions.
• Conduct internal and external training necessary to improve supplier quality.
• Support new product development programs and supplier transitions; participate in design reviews and provide commodity design improvement suggestions for global sourcing, design/manufacturing optimization, and process/tool design.
• Supervise co-op / intern students; duties may include selecting candidates, assigning work, mentoring, instructing, evaluating performance.
• Develop and achieve annual objectives supporting department and company goals.

Skills

Quality engineering

APQP

Flow Charting

Control plans

FMEA

DFM

Statistical Process Control

Measurement System Analysis (Gage R&R)

Problem Solving

Corrective Action

Process Improvement Techniques

Quality Systems

ISO 9000/TS16949

Interpersonal communication

GD&T interpretation

Manufacturing processes knowledge

Travel up to 15%

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Gage R&R

Job description

About Us

We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. We create sustainable and efficient residential, commercial and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies. We protect temperature-sensitive goods throughout the cold chain. And we bring comfort to people globally. Best-in-class engineering, design and manufacturing combined with category-leading brands in compression, controls, software and monitoring solutions result in next-generation climate technology that is built for the needs of the world ahead.

About Us

We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. We create sustainable and efficient residential, commercial and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies. We protect temperature-sensitive goods throughout the cold chain. And we bring comfort to people globally. Best-in-class engineering, design and manufacturing combined with category-leading brands in compression, controls, software and monitoring solutions result in next-generation climate technology that is built for the needs of the world ahead.

Whether you are a professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring your first opportunity, or recent graduate with an advanced degree, we have opportunities that will allow you to innovate, be challenged and make an impact. Join our team and start your journey today!

If you are an ENGINEERING/QUALITY PROFESSIONAL looking for an opportunity to grow, Copeland has an exciting opportunity for you! Based in our Sidney, Ohio location, you will represent Supplier Quality Engineering (SQE) to provide relevant inputs for New Product Development programs (NPD) as outlined below.

As a SUPPLIER QUALITY ENGINEER, You Will

• Evaluate suppliers by leading/conducting quality system audits using the Copeland Supplier Audit (CSA).
• Assist with source selection and development. Audit and evaluate technical capabilities of existing and potential suppliers.
• Monitor and report supplier quality performance trends periodically and implement actions as needed to achieve quality objectives.
• Process, review and disposition PPAPs, deviations, audit findings, and supplier corrective actions. Assure that supplier controls and processes are capable of consistently producing components meeting all requirements. Assure supplier PFMEA, Control Plans, and other process documentation is adequate.
• Develop and support suppliers through visits, CSA quality audits, process audits, lean projects, providing manufacturing process technical guidance, and other means as appropriate. Follow up with suppliers to assure corrective actions are implemented.
• Conduct internal and external training necessary to improve supplier quality.
• Support new product development programs and supplier transitions. Participate in design reviews and provide commodity related design improvement suggestions for global sourcing, design/manufacturing optimization, and process/tool design.
• Supervise co-op / intern students as required. Duties may include selecting candidates, assigning work, mentoring, instructing, and evaluating performance.
• Develop and achieve annual objectives supporting overall department and company objectives.

Who You Are

You understand internal and external stakeholder requirements, expectations and needs. You persist in accomplishing objectives despite obstacles and setbacks, plus maintain a track record of exceeding goals by successfully pushing yourself and helping others achieve results. You effectively communicate in various settings; one-on-one, small and large groups, or among diverse styles and position levels. Able to adjust message communication to fit the audience and provide helpful/timely information to individuals across the organization.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelors degree in Engineering or related field plus five (5) years of experience, or equivalent combination of education / experience
• Quality engineering experience including knowledge and experience in:
  • APQP; Flow Charting; Control plans; FMEA; DFM
  • Statistical Process Control
  • Measurement System Analysis (Gage R&R)
  • Problem Solving; Corrective Action; Process Improvement Techniques
  • Quality Systems; ISO 9000 and/or TS16949
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Proficient ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications including GD&T
• Understanding of manufacturing processes used in relevant commodities
• Travel up to 15% within North America

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelors degree in Engineering plus ten (10) years experience
• Master's Degree in Engineering or MBA
• Certifications in ASQ (CQA, CQE, CQM)
• Certified 6 Sigma Green Belt or Equivalent
• A broad knowledge of various manufacturing processes.
• Quality Auditing (Systems and processes)
• Advanced statistics, problem solving and process improvement techniques.
• Broad knowledge of Copeland LP products such as product function / application, customer expectations, and material properties.

Collaboration First Hybrid Work Arrangements

This role is hybrid eligible with the requirement to be in office at least three days per week. Colleagues are expected to demonstrate a collaboration first mindset, which is the understanding that teams will work together in-person and colleagues should be flexible to adjust their hybrid days based on business needs. You will have an opportunity to work with your team and leader to determine when you should be in office to drive meaningful connections and to best serve our customers.

Why Work in the Greater Miami Valley Area

Our facility is located in Sidney, OH, conveniently located within driving distance to several larger cities, such as Dayton, Troy, and Columbus. The area’s generally low costs of living, excellent school systems, and low crime rates create a family-friendly environment. The area is home to several growing communities with restaurants, festivals, shopping, and arts scenes that make them exciting places to live and work

About Our Location

The newly renovated Sidney campus has 1M square feet of manufacturing floor with an additional 120k square feet of leading-edge lab facilities. This location is the headquarters for the HVACR Americas business unit. Through our 30 years of scroll compressor expertise, our products help bring comfort and convenience to commercial, industrial, and residential spaces. Approximately 1600 employees work in Sidney, who all support a multitude of business functions. With the blend of businesses and functions represented under this one roof, there are many opportunities for advancement within the Sidney location.

Our Commitment to Our People

Across the globe, we are united by a singular Purpose: Sustainability is no small ambition. That’s why everything we do is geared toward a sustainable future—for our generation and all those to come. Through groundbreaking innovations, HVACR technology and cold chain solutions, we are reducing carbon emissions and improving energy efficiency in spaces of all sizes, from residential to commercial to industrial.

Our employees are our greatest strength. We believe that our culture of passion, openness, and collaboration empowers us to work toward the same goal - to make the world a better place. We invest in the end-to-end development of our people, beginning at onboarding and through senior leadership, so they can thrive personally and professionally.

• medical insurance plans, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) and more.
• We provide employees with flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave, vacation and holiday leave.

Together, we have the opportunity - and the power - to continue to revolutionize the technology behind air conditioning, heating and refrigeration, and cultivate a better future. Learn more about us and how you can join our team!

Our Commitment to Inclusion & Belonging

At Copeland, we cultivate a strong sense of inclusion and belonging where individuals of all backgrounds, and with diverse perspectives, are embraced and treated fairly to enable a stronger workforce. Our employee resource groups play an important role in culture and community building at Copeland.

Work Authorization

Copeland will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 with OPT or CPT, H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Copeland is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

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