Supplier Quality Manager

Sechan Electronics, Inc.; Lititz (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Sechan Electronics, Inc. in Lititz, PA seeks a Senior Supplier Quality Manager to lead supplier quality activities, ensure QMS adherence to AS9100, DFARs, and FARs, and drive continuous improvement across the supply base.

You will collaborate with Purchasing and Quality Engineering, perform supplier audits, manage corrective actions, and mentor teams toward Zero Defect goals on defense-related programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electronics, Mechanical, or related) and 15+ years of QA/QC experience.
• 5+ years of management experience in Quality Control.
• Proven track record of driving continuous improvement through quality systems.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and select suppliers against QMS performance requirements and ethical standards.
• Partner with Purchasing to optimize supplier base and relationships.
• Develop and maintain processes associated with Supplier Quality and overall improvement.
• Ensure Supplier Quality system aligns with AS9100 QMS, SOPs, customer requirements, FARs, and DFARs.
• Manage and update Supplier Quality performance system with ERP/Quality software.
• Monitor and audit quality control activities at supplier and subcontractor facilities.
• Lead Certified Supplier Program and drive supplier audits, source inspections, and MRB processes.
• Support Receiving Inspection, Quality Engineering, and other quality areas; maintain QMS.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

Project management

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

ERP systems

MS Office

Inspection tools

AS9100 knowledge

Job description

The Supplier Quality Manager (SQM) is responsible for leading the day-to-day activities related to Supplier Quality ensuring that Suppliers meet, as required; applied quality standards, regulatory requirements, overseeing Supplier performance, conducting audits, and leading quality improvement initiatives. This individual will support the Quality Engineering and Purchasing Departments with Supplier selection, quality performance, and nonconforming material activities. This role is a self-starter, problem solver who will utilize analytical skills to find innovative solutions to Supplier Quality-related issues. Using strong communication skills, the SQM fosters the Suppliers' understanding of requirements and expectations with the focus on providing processes, products, and services that conform to requirements.

Position Responsibilities:

• Responsible for evaluating and selecting new and existing Suppliers against established Quality Management System (QMS) performance requirements and ethical standards.
• Partners with Purchasing to right size the Supplier base and continuously improve Supplier relationships.
• Support Management through creation, improvement, and maintenance of processes and procedures associated with Supplier Quality with the focus on overall improvement of Supplier Quality and Delivery.
• Plan, develop, and executes processes to ensure the Supplier Quality system is in accordance with AS9100 QMS and Quality Assurance related Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), customer contractual requirements, Quality Clauses, FARs, and DFARs.
• Manages and updates the Supplier Quality performance system with ERP/Quality Software.
• Monitors and audits quality control activities and systems at Supplier and subcontractor facilities.
• Develops, improves, leads and administers a Certified Supplier Program.
• Provides support to Receiving Inspection, Quality Engineering and other quality areas. Supports an effective QMS.
• Routinely analyzes and provides reports on the performance of Suppliers.
• Evaluates the impact of nonconforming product, assesses Supplier corrective actions, and drives "Zero Defect" mentality within the supply base.
• Plans, performs and maintains Supplier and sub-tier Supplier audits, source inspections and surveillances, writes audit action item reports and performs on-site action item follow-up
• Participates in evaluation and disposition nonconforming material through Material Review Board.
• Responsible for managing and reviewing Supplier Corrective Action Reports as well as assisting Suppliers, as needed, in maintaining an effective Failure Reporting, Analysis, and Corrective Action System.
• Responsible for maintaining quality flow down requirements and ensuring Supplier conformance.
• Review Supplier AS9102 First Article Inspection reports as well as training Suppliers to meet Sechan and AS9102 requirements.
• Interfaces with customer quality representatives including Program Quality, Customer Source Inspectors and Government personnel to resolve Supplier quality issues.
• Support bidding activities and proposal writing as assigned.
• Executes all duties in an ethical and professional manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned to drive the vision, fulfill the mission, and abide by the values of this organization.

Skills & Abilities:

• Excellent communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, and superior organizational abilities.
• Ability to complete a wide range of tasks of moderate complexity using advanced technical judgement and critical thinking.
• Excellent customer service skills and focus required.
• Experience with Configuration Management
• Ability to take initiative, to meet deadlines, and to work independent a team environment essential.
• Technical drawing knowledge and usage of standard measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, thread gages, etc.)
• Knowledge of statistics, probability, algebra and scientific notation.
• Good interpersonal skills with the ability to get along with a diverse workforce and interface with all levels of the organization.
• Experience computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite, ERP systems, and databases.
• Leadership ability to be the champion of the Supplier Quality program and a catalyst for improvement.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Electronics, Mechanical, or a related technical field) and 15+ years of Quality Assurance or Quality Control experience.
• 5+ years of management level experience in Quality Control.
• A demonstrated track-record of driving continuous improvement through the deployment of quality systems and with satisfying customer's requirements.
• Professional Association license or certification (ASQ) preferred.
• Working knowledge of AS9100 (Quality Management Systems - Requirements for Aviation, Space, and Defense Organizations)
• Working knowledge of AS9102 (First Article Inspection Requirement)
• Knowledge of basic electrical circuits and manufacturing of harness or electro-mechanical assemblies.
• Knowledge of International Quality System rules, regulations, standards, including planning and implementation.Current or prior certifications of electronics standards such as IPC-A-610 and J-STD-001 (Class 3) is preferred
• Knowledge of quality control and of manufacturing and special (e.g., plating, heat treatment, welding, paint, braze, and soldering, etc.) processes.
• Experience working on DOD programs or meeting Military Specified Requirements.
• Ability to obtain/maintain a Department of Defense security clearance.
• Ability to pass vision acuity exam per J-STD-001.

Work Environment:

• Office Environment: Requires physical capability to work in an office environment including sit/stand up to 9 hours a day and use basic office tools such as a computer, copier/printer, etc. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Hours: 1st shift; with additional hours as needed to meet demand. Occasional off-shift hours may also be required to provide support to operations.
• 9/80 work schedule.
• Estimated travel up to 50% or as required to support company needs.
• Office located in Lititz or Lancaster, PA facility with periodic visit to other facility.