Supplier
Development Engineer 3
Chillicothe,
IL (Onsite)
12
months contract
Job
Description
- To provide
technical expertise and leadership to Client's supply base in the
execution of a robust quality plan within the suppler network.
- In addition,
to implement a well-documented continuous quality improvement process and
strict process controls.
- This will be
used for the evaluation and development of new and existing suppliers
worldwide, to maximizing Quality, Cost, Logistics, Delivery, and
Management (QCLDM) within the supply network.
- To ensure
that a supplier is able to meet corporate and business unit requirements
for SQEP certification levels and customer requirements for quality, cost,
and delivery of purchased material.
Key
Responsibilities:
- The primary
responsibility of this position is to serve as the trusted advisor for
assigned supply base through the following functional responsibilities:
Assessing potential suppliers via on-site Quality, Cost, Logistics,
Development, Management (QCLDM) audits, driving implementation of Lean,
BIQ, & APQP, continuously reviewing supplier capacity, assuring
production readiness through rigorous review of supplier PPAP submission,
being recognized as the expert in supplier quality.
- Collaborate
with suppliers to assure proper process control standards are in place and
continuously monitor key manufacturing processes for improvement
opportunities.
- Ensure that
suppliers have adequate people, training, tooling, fixture, and equipment.
Provide technical support during start-up activities and provide ongoing
strategic support.
- The incumbent
is responsible for monitoring suppliers’ adherence to PCN (Process Change
Notification) on a timely and cost-effective basis as well as to develop
the supply base to fulfill the total requirements from Client Production
System (CPS) implementation.
- Provide a
technical leadership role as QCLDM champion for suppliers and assure
technical development to adequately meet qualified supply network
strategies.
- Support
Category Strategies, supplier development & performance management and
provide technical leadership in new supplier selection.
- Evaluate and
develop new supplier’s technological capability to meet requirements for
Client Inc. The SDE is responsible for the supplier’s processes from
design concept to the end of product life (cradle to grave). Ensures that
APQP activities related to process control are being performed by the
supplier.
- Manages
supplier’s project plans and activities to ensure product meets Client
expectations.
- Reviews APQP
documentation (e.g., Process FMEA {failure mode & effects analysis},
Process Control Plans, Gage R&R {repeatability &
reproducibility}).
- Participates
in process FMEA for suppliers’ manufacturing processes. Audits process
control implementation and effectiveness.
- Validates
process capability. Ensures PPAP completion and approval prior to delivery
of new parts. R
- Responsible
for the review, approval and validation of 8D permanent corrective action
plans.
- Performs
quality management system audits and Supplier Evaluation Surveys (SES),
including assessments of potential new suppliers. Supports SPQ projects.
- Participates
in the development of Supplier quality metrics. Participates in Supplier
Performance Management Reviews (SPM). The SDE supports MQ11005
certification.
- Supports
Client 6 Sigma initiatives with suppliers. Works with suppliers to reduce
waste and improve supplier process capability and efficiency.
- Not
responsible for supply chain expediting activities. Not responsible for
reporting activities in Workflow.
- Develop and
maintain thorough knowledge of technological developments and trends for
guidance of commodity teams in advancements of design, quality, and
manufacturing. Must have a thorough working knowledge of quality
initiatives to ensure that Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) is
completed and approved before new parts are delivered.
- This includes
leadership in Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) activity. Provide
resolution and ensure implementation of robust solutions for quality
problems associated with the purchased materials, logistics, and
engineering issues.
- Maintain the
highest ethical and professional standards within this diverse global
organization. Supports and participates in 6 Sigma initiatives with
facilities, category teams, and suppliers. The incumbent will collaborate
with Buyers to improve supplier cost, quality, and throughput.
- The position
manages the completion of its own work assignments and coordinates work
with others. Participate in the development of Supplier metrics and the
monthly gathering and distribution of measurements. Resolve problems
between supplier and plants, suppliers and engineering personnel, and
between facilities.
- Coordinate
with engineering personnel on matters regarding Concurrent Product and
Process Development (CPPD), New Product Introduction (NPI), Continuous
Process Improvement (CPI) teams; prove design to production, engineering
changes, deviations, supplier designs, specification approvals, meeting
cost reduction goals, and participates in the Failure Modes and Effects
Analysis (FMEA) process with suppliers manufacturing processes.
Background/Experience:
- Knowledge of
the tools and techniques of 6 Sigma methodology is highly desired and will
likely be attained through prior completion of Green Belt training and/or
other 6 Sigma experience.
- The position
requires a bachelor’s degree – or equivalent experience, preferably in
engineering. In addition, three to five years of job-related experience
are required.
- Quality
Engineering certification is highly desirable. The position requires an
engineering or manufacturing background plus familiarity with
manufacturing processes used to produce components and assemblies for
Client Products.
- Knowledge of
shop operations and maintenance procedures is required. Good human
relation/communication skills as well as possess the potential for
leadership is required to develop a cooperative working relationships with
others both inside and outside of Client.
- Solid ability
to use and demonstrate statistical and problem-solving tools is required.
- American
Supply Quality (ASQ) quality certification is desired. 5-7 years’
experience.
Position’s
Contributions to Work Group:
- Category of
parts is within the Electric Drive category of the Electrification
Division.
- Supporting
suppliers and product groups to assure quality systems and APQP is
completed on time to support production builds.
- Leading
resolution of supplier quality issues, to assure they are resolved in a
timely manner.
- Monitor
category suppliers to assure performance is at an acceptable level and
work with suppliers to develop action plans to assure improvements as
needed.
- Lead capacity
planning reviews or other projects as needed within the category team.
Why
Client ? “Whether it be ground-breaking products, best in class solutions or a
lifelong career, you can build what matters to you at Client. With 150
locations in countries around the world, what you create at Client travels and
helps people around the world. You can collaborate with the best minds in the
industry, complete meaningful work and continuously grow and develop through
our various opportunities. Here, you can do the work that matters.”
Why
this Role?
This
position is supporting the Electrification business at Client. Electrification is working on the newest
drivetrains for the company’s products and developing solutions to help our
customers deliver sustainable solutions at their job sites. This is the fastest developing and arguably
the most exciting area at Client. We are
not working to fix problems with legacy products, we are developing the future
of Client.
Typical
task breakdown:
- Complete new
supplier evaluations.
- Assure APQP
activities are completed by suppliers.
- Manage
Supplier Relationships by leading regular meetings to review and address
supplier issues and performance issues.
Interaction
with team:
- Multiple
interactions/collaborations with the other SDE’s on the team daily.
- Frequent
interactions with the engineering team.
Work
environment:
- Client
Mossville AC office building
- Majority of
the team sits together within two rows at this office
Education
& Experience Required:
- Engineering
Bachelor's degree recommended
- 5 -7 years
related experience recommended- although multiple years of experience is
required, not all these years of experience needs to be within purchasing
or an SDE role.
- Cross
functional experience within roles such as Manufacturing Engineering and
Operation Management, for example, would be accepted.
- Experience
with electrification and electric drive industries would be a benefit.
Technical
Skills
(Required)
·
Experience
working with suppliers.
·
Experience
reading engineering prints and specifications.
·
Experience
leading cross functional meetings
(Desired)
·
Deep
experience working with APQP and PPAP would be highly desired.
·
Manufacturing
engineering experience would be preferred.
Soft
Skills
(Required)
- Verbal and
written communication
- Interpersonal
- Meeting note
taking
- Attention to
detail.
- Strong
experience/skills with computer applications, such as Microsoft Word and
Excel
Travel
Requirement: 25- 50%; domestic
Rohit Rasakthla
Recruiter
Ph:
(615) 903-9646
