Lead Supplier Quality Engineer - Insight Global : Job Details

The Lead Supplier Quality Engineer is responsible for managing quality performance of assigned suppliers. Responsible for product/part qualifications. Tracks metrics & works on quality improvement plans addressing problem areas. Reviews & approves quality plans. Investigates quality escapes to provide root cause analysis & ensures effective corrective and preventive actions are taken. Mentors suppliers in the application of quality requirements and tools. Provides onsite support as needed. 8Hrs Per Day, 5 days per week

Additional Responsibilities:

• Manage supplier qualifications to ensure that assigned suppliers are capable of producing material, and/or components that will consistently meet company Engineering drawing and specification requirements
• Own the product/manufacturing process qualifications at the assigned suppliers and ensure the satisfactory closures within the timelines needed by the business
• New Supplier Evaluation/onboarding - Rigorously execute the supplier evaluation process, including quality & compliance audits/assessments to ensure that only appropriately qualified suppliers are taken through the process. Work with sourcing/commodity team to meet business objectives of new supplier addition
• Conduct surveillance audits to assure that suppliers have effective process control, rigorous product acceptance standards, and robust quality systems
• Own SRG (Supplier Responsibility Governance) metrics for the assigned suppliers and conduct SRG audits per the region audit plan
• Conduct process capability statistical analysis to proactively identify issue trends
• Manage supplier non-conformance and Supplier Deviation Request (SDR) activities. Owner of process and 1st technical interface with supplier and engineering
• Perform robust Root Cause Analysis to solve quality issues and prevent reoccurrence
• Be the technical focal point in coordinating sourcing, Design Engineering & Materials Engineering functions while interfacing with suppliers
• Drive consistency and adherence to quality procedures and specification requirements
• Provide technical guidance to suppliers to assure product/process compliance with engineering drawings and specifications
• Work closely with commercial, engineering and manufacturing teams to eliminate any barriers that may affect the quality and delivery of sourced components
• Provide Sourcing Quality input to Engineering during product design reviews

Qualifications:

• ASNT Level II or III certification in NDT
• Knowledge of ASTM, ASME standards
• ISO Lead Auditor certification
• Certified RCA Leader or equivalent problem-solving expertise
• Experience with Lean methodology
• Power Generation equipment manufacturing experience
• Bachelor's in Mechanical or Metallurgical Engineering (or Advanced Technical Degree)
• 8-12 years in Quality/Manufacturing/Supplier Development, with hands-on experience in raw materials, castings, forgings, and machining
• 3+ years in Supply Chain/Supplier Quality
• Strong in interpreting engineering drawings/specifications, metrology, and manufacturing process planning/evaluation (including GD&T)
• Six Sigma Green Belt/Black Belt or equivalent
• Must be able to travel 50% of the time

Compensation:

$30-45hr. Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education. Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable la