Supplier Quality Manager

Blueshift Materials Inc.; Spencer (MA); On-site; USD 101,000 - 168,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & vision

401K match

Tuition reimbursement

Annual bonus

Casual work environment

Job summary

Flexcon is seeking a Supplier Quality Manager to develop and maintain the supplier quality program. You will work with procurement, R&D, and sourcing to ensure materials meet quality and regulatory standards.

The role requires 7+ years in material science, a STEM degree, and strong problem-solving and cross-functional teamwork skills. Base salary ranges with a full benefits package and performance bonuses are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or chemical engineering or STEM is preferred.
• 7+ years of relevant experience with material science.
• Knowledge of material science or direct experience in the pressure sensitive industry is highly desired.
• Ability to implement and improve processes.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage the company’s Supplier Quality Management Program.
• Establish and maintain supplier quality requirements based on material criticality and customer needs.
• Monitor supplier performance and drive corrective/preventive actions.
• Lead supplier audits and supplier improvement programs.
• Collaborate with procurement, R&D, and sourcing on qualification and ongoing performance.
• Understand regulatory needs for raw materials and ensure compliance.

Skills

Material science

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or chemical engineering or STEM

Tools

8D problem solving

5 Why

Fishbone diagram

Pareto analysis

Job description

Supplier Quality Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining the company’s supplier quality program. This program is established to ensure purchased raw materials meet the established quality, technical, regulatory, and customer requirements. This position will work closely with procurement, R&D, technical service, supply chain, and sourcing. This role is responsible for establishing and maintaining supplier quality standards, managing supplier audits, overseeing corrective actions, lead supplier improvement initiatives, and develop supplier performance metrics.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or chemical engineering preferred or a STEM degree.
• 7+ years of relevant experience with material science
• Knowledge of material science or direct experience in the pressure sensitive industry is highly desired
• Ability to implement and improve processes
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong ability to work cross functionally
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills to collaborate effectively with diverse teams.
• Familiarity with manufacturing industry-specific standards and regulations.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Own and manage the company’s Supplier Quality Management Program
• Establish and maintain supplier quality requirements based on material criticality, customer requirements, product specifications, and risk
• Monitor supplier performance and identify trends requiring corrective or preventative actions
• Establish supplier quality objectives and performance expectations
• Manage testing and re-testing raw materials with other quality functions.
• Partner with procurement and sourcing on supplier selection, qualification, and on going performance management.
• Evaluation of supplier against quality, technical, manufacturing, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage supplier agreements
• Lead supplier audits and evaluate our suppliers systems. This also includes managing supplier improvement programs
• Oversee corrective actions with suppliers and the rejected material process.
• Understand regulatory and compliance needs for raw materials and work with the product compliance and R&D roles- this will be critical for implementing potential changes and improvements to the quality standards in place.
• Ability to use and implement problem solving tools such as 8D, 5 Why, Fishbone diagram, pareto analysis.
• Lead the change management process efforts from the quality team to understand supplier changes technically and process wise.

What’s in it for YOU?

• Competitive Compensation & Annual Bonus Program
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• 401K Match
• Casual Work Environment
• And more!

At Flexcon, we offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package that includes base salary, healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision), life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, wellness programs, and tuition assistance. Based on region, the expected salary for this position is $101,000 - $168,000.

The posted salary range is intended to provide a general idea of compensation. Actual compensation may vary depending on experience and other job-related factors. We take regional market differences into consideration to ensure fair and competitive pay in each area.

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