Supplier Quality Manager – New Product Introduction (NPI)

Polaris Industries; Wyoming (MN); On-site; USD 114,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Polaris Industries is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineering Manager for New Product Introduction. This vital role involves strategizing and leading supplier quality initiatives to ensure production readiness for new products. The ideal candidate will have extensive management experience in engineering and a strong background in quality assurance and manufacturing processes.

Benefits

Profit-sharing plan

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

401(k) matching

Comprehensive health benefits

Paid time off

Wellness programs

Volunteer time off

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in a related field.
• 3+ years in a management or leadership role.
• Ability to travel occasionally (10%-20% of time).

Responsibilities

• Lead the NPI Supplier Quality and Development team.
• Develop and execute strategy for supplier production readiness.
• Manage cross-functional teams to improve quality metrics.

Skills

Quality

Manufacturing

Engineering

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

BS/MS in Engineering

Job description

At Polaris Inc., we have fun doing what we love by driving change and innovation. We empower employees to take on challenging assignments and roles with an elevated level of responsibility in our agile working environment. Our people make us who we are, and we create incredible products and experiences that empower us to THINK OUTSIDE.

The Supplier Quality Engineering Manager for New Product Introduction is integral to the success of future Polaris product programs and developing deep integrations with Polaris’ most critical suppliers.

This role will strategize, organize and lead the activities of the NPI Supplier Quality and Development team as it relates to all aspects of the team’s role in insuring supplier production readiness for product launch and sustaining engineering changes on existing platforms. This role will be responsible for the development and leadership of the team’s talent and organization for a team of supplier development and supplier quality new product engineers. This position will require a high degree of collaboration with leadership in sourcing, product engineering, plant engineering, packaging engineering, training and corporate & plant quality in order to be successful.

Key Leadership Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute strategy to achieve external component qualification for new products while sustaining existing product lines.
• Coordinate distribution of work across team of Supplier Quality engineers throughout the new product development cycle.
• Manage and support cross functional teams to drive down DPM and disruptions to the final assembly plants.
• Manage and develop employees, using formal processes and informal coaching, including communication of job expectations, planning, monitoring and appraising job results, and ensuring that standards, systems, policies, and procedures are upheld.
• Interface with appropriate leadership teams in product line business units, operations, engineering, and sourcing to ensure alignment on key quality issues.
• Responsible for team organization and other administrative activities.

Key Technical Responsibilities:

• Direct the execution of standards established within the supplier quality assurance manual and in accordance with Polaris internal procedures.
• Partner with cross-functional leadership in the development of new and existing product manufacturing and quality recommendations.
• Ensure all team deliverables are executed using a standard set of tools and processes (based on AIAG standard practices).
• Ensure team successfully executes against all supplier readiness responsibilities, including: APQP, Design Review, DFM, FMEA, PCR and DCR’s, Run at Rate, Pulse Builds, CAPA/CAR.
• Ensure team successfully executes against all launch control responsibilities, including Control Plans, PPAP, Monitoring Metrics, and Safe Launch.

Key Supporting Roles:

• Manage overall creation, implementation, documentation, and execution of centralized core Supplier Quality standards per the Quality Operating System.
• Collaborate with core technology experts on advanced technology process development.
• Drive collaboration with supplier quality engineers and plant training, safety and quality personnel, to ensure effective solutions that integrate across departments.
• Ensure team has capacity and accountability for production support through the product lifecycle.

Requirements:

• BS/MS in Engineering.
• 10+ years of experience in a related field, including 3+ years in a management or leadership role.
• Ability and willingness to travel occasionally (10%-20% of time, including international travel).

Key Skills:

• Quality, manufacturing, or engineering experience with powersports or automotive components preferred.
• Ability to effectively lead, influence, and work in cooperation with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to think strategically, set vision, and direct action for a large team.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills – ability to work in a matrix organization and effectively lead without direct positional authority.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, including the ability to write clear, concise technical documentation and ability to deliver candid developmental feedback.
• Ability to identify and solve complex technical problems.
• Excellent creative thinking skills.
• The passion to set and meet high standards of performance.

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The pay range for Minnesota is $114,000 to $150,000 per year. Individual salaries are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills, and geography.

To qualify for this position, former employees must be eligible for rehire, and current employees must be in good standing.

We are an ambitious, resourceful, and driven workforce, which empowers us to THINK OUTSIDE. Apply today!

At Polaris we put our employees first, by offering a holistic approach to their health and financial wellbeing. Polaris is proud to offer competitive compensation, including a market-leading profit-sharing plan that is fundamental to our pay-for-performance culture.At Polaris, employees are owners of the company through company contributions to our Employee Stock Ownership Plan and discounted employee stock purchases plan. Employees receive a generousmatching contribution to 401(k), financial wellness education and consultation to plan for their financial future. In addition to competitive pay, Polaris provides a comprehensive suite of benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, wellness programs, paid time off, gym & personal training reimbursement, life insurance and disability offerings. Through the Polaris Foundation and our Polaris Gives paid volunteer time off, we support employees who actively volunteer their time, efforts, and passions to improve the health and wellbeing of the communities in which they live, play and work. Employees at Polaris drive our success and are rewarded for their commitment.

About Polaris

As the global leader in powersports, Polaris Inc. (NYSE: PII) pioneers product breakthroughs and enriching experiences and services that have invited people to discover the joy of being outdoors since our founding in 1954. Polaris' high-quality product line-up includes the Polaris RANGER, RZR and Polaris GENERAL side-by-side off-road vehicles; Sportsman all-terrain off-road vehicles; military and commercial off-road vehicles; snowmobiles; Indian Motorcycle mid-size and heavyweight motorcycles; Slingshot moto-roadsters; Aixam quadricycles; Goupil electric vehicles; and pontoon and deck boats, including industry-leading Bennington pontoons. Polaris enhances the riding experience with a robust portfolio of parts, garments, and accessories. Proudly headquartered in Minnesota, Polaris serves more than 100 countries across the globe. www.polaris.com

EEO Statement

Polaris Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. Applicants with a disability that are in need of an accommodation to complete the application process, or otherwise need assistance or an accommodation in the recruiting process, should contact Human Resources at 800-765-2747 or [e-mail] .To read more about employment discrimination protection under U.S. federal law, see: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (eeoc.gov) .