Supplier Quality Engineer
Location Altoona, PA
2. Purpose of Position
The Supplier Quality Engineer will ensure that all outside sourced Veeder-Root materials and
products are manufactured according to applicable codes and standards. Work includes
qualifying suppliers, conducting source inspections, comparing specifications, talking to suppliers
and company Engineers and Operations personnel, examining suitability and availability of items
for delivery, and coordinating the disposition of nonconforming items.
3. Key Responsibilities
Leads the applicable team and team members to resolve materials quality issues and
increase manufacturing productivity.
Frequently participate in, and lead continuous improvement workshops (kaizens) with team
members to improve quality, delivery, and productivity at both supplier location and VR
manufacturing facility.
Perform manufacturing process audits at external supplier locations; issue corrective actions
to suppliers and following up to ensure their completion; performing root cause analysis and
implementing corrective actions.
Review, approve, and create improvement plans for product submission packages (PPAP,
FAI etc.).
Assures that customer complaints caused by raw materials are addressed expeditiously and
appropriate root cause corrective action are provided to the customer and implemented within
the process. Contributes to maintaining strong positive working relationships with customers
and suppliers.
Continuously evaluates materials and the processes/systems to produce them to assure
capability. Prioritizes and works with Supply Chain and Operations for continual
improvement of raw materials process capability and consistency
Assist procurement with supplier selection, development and risk.
Administer/lead supplier quality/manufacturing audits.
Develop supplier quality improvement program.
Other duties as assigned by Strategic Sourcing Leader.
4. Relationships
Reports to Strategic Sourcing Leader.
Works directly with Manufacturing Engineers, Materials Procurement/Planning Personnel,
Design Engineers, Cell Operators, and Members of Management.
Interfaces with vendors and suppliers as necessary.
5. Measures of Performance
Supplier quality performance (ppm)
Supplier OTD
Veeder Root Company Page:
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Hours to supplier issue resolution
First article pass percentage
Develop ongoing supplier performance measures
6. Background and Skills
BS/BA in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Quality or related field of study preferred).
Minimum 3 years' experience in a manufacturing environment.
Ability to communicate complex technical issues clearly and simply. Must have strong
interpersonal skills and cooperate well within a team.
Strong understanding of statistical process control techniques; process capability assessment
(Cpk, Ppk).
Experience with reviewing, approving and creating improvement plans for product submission
packages (PPAP, ISIR, FAI etc.).
Ability to drive to true root cause and identify appropriate short and long-term
countermeasures.
Strong people and communication skills, analytical skills, and a commitment to continuous
improvement efforts also essential, along with the ability to coach, and lead individuals and
teams.
Flexibility to work overtime, different shifts, travel on short notice required.
Ability to work without close supervision.
Proficient at the use of MS office applications including Word, Excel, and Access.
Understanding of Lean Manufacturing concepts and methods.
Understanding of quality tools and metrics.
ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) preferred.
7. Personal Trait Profile
Educated Risk taker:
Listens and understand the business and process, but challenges the
status quo. Takes appropriate risk after understanding potential implications.
Credible Lead leader - Possesses experience to support expertise. Demonstrates practices
to drive results while instilling trust, engagement and dialogue within and outside of their team.
Intellect / Critical Thinker:
Strong critical thinking and problem solving skills, quickly
understands the details of the operation, formulates and executes on path to success.
Conviction:
understands the business and engages peers and leadership in challenging the
status quo through constructive dialog on opportunities, risks and tradeoffs. Takes
responsibility for decisions and countermeasures appropriately.
Personal agility:
Achieves results through own work and others. Non-political. Works
effectively with a variety of personalities.
Influencing skills:
effectively engages others in the change process through coaching,
dialogue and listening.
Communication skills:
Engages the operators, peers and management on a group and
individual level.
Energy & drive:
Sense of urgency and thrives in a results oriented, dynamic, fast-paced
environment, while focusing on stabilizing processes. Excellent documentation skills.
Associate Development:
Effectively assesses, develops and retains human resources to drive
results. Can have critical conversations with associates as required.
Veeder-Root Company is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.
. Apply now!Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
2. Purpose of Position
The Supplier Quality Engineer will ensure that all outside sourced Veeder-Root materials and
products are manufactured according to applicable codes and standards. Work includes
qualifying suppliers, conducting source inspections, comparing specifications, talking to suppliers
and company Engineers and Operations personnel, examining suitability and availability of items
for delivery, and coordinating the disposition of nonconforming items.
3. Key Responsibilities
Leads the applicable team and team members to resolve materials quality issues and
increase manufacturing productivity.
Frequently participate in, and lead continuous improvement workshops (kaizens) with team
members to improve quality, delivery, and productivity at both supplier location and VR
manufacturing facility.
Perform manufacturing process audits at external supplier locations; issue corrective actions
to suppliers and following up to ensure their completion; performing root cause analysis and
implementing corrective actions.
Review, approve, and create improvement plans for product submission packages (PPAP,
FAI etc.).
Assures that customer complaints caused by raw materials are addressed expeditiously and
appropriate root cause corrective action are provided to the customer and implemented within
the process. Contributes to maintaining strong positive working relationships with customers
and suppliers.
Continuously evaluates materials and the processes/systems to produce them to assure
capability. Prioritizes and works with Supply Chain and Operations for continual
improvement of raw materials process capability and consistency
Assist procurement with supplier selection, development and risk.
Administer/lead supplier quality/manufacturing audits.
Develop supplier quality improvement program.
Other duties as assigned by Strategic Sourcing Leader.
4. Relationships
Reports to Strategic Sourcing Leader.
Works directly with Manufacturing Engineers, Materials Procurement/Planning Personnel,
Design Engineers, Cell Operators, and Members of Management.
Interfaces with vendors and suppliers as necessary.
5. Measures of Performance
Supplier quality performance (ppm)
Supplier OTD
Veeder Root Company Page:
2/2 < Supplier Quality Engineer >
Hours to supplier issue resolution
First article pass percentage
Develop ongoing supplier performance measures
6. Background and Skills
BS/BA in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Quality or related field of study preferred).
Minimum 3 years' experience in a manufacturing environment.
Ability to communicate complex technical issues clearly and simply. Must have strong
interpersonal skills and cooperate well within a team.
Strong understanding of statistical process control techniques; process capability assessment
(Cpk, Ppk).
Experience with reviewing, approving and creating improvement plans for product submission
packages (PPAP, ISIR, FAI etc.).
Ability to drive to true root cause and identify appropriate short and long-term
countermeasures.
Strong people and communication skills, analytical skills, and a commitment to continuous
improvement efforts also essential, along with the ability to coach, and lead individuals and
teams.
Flexibility to work overtime, different shifts, travel on short notice required.
Ability to work without close supervision.
Proficient at the use of MS office applications including Word, Excel, and Access.
Understanding of Lean Manufacturing concepts and methods.
Understanding of quality tools and metrics.
ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) preferred.
7. Personal Trait Profile
Educated Risk taker:
Listens and understand the business and process, but challenges the
status quo. Takes appropriate risk after understanding potential implications.
Credible Lead leader - Possesses experience to support expertise. Demonstrates practices
to drive results while instilling trust, engagement and dialogue within and outside of their team.
Intellect / Critical Thinker:
Strong critical thinking and problem solving skills, quickly
understands the details of the operation, formulates and executes on path to success.
Conviction:
understands the business and engages peers and leadership in challenging the
status quo through constructive dialog on opportunities, risks and tradeoffs. Takes
responsibility for decisions and countermeasures appropriately.
Personal agility:
Achieves results through own work and others. Non-political. Works
effectively with a variety of personalities.
Influencing skills:
effectively engages others in the change process through coaching,
dialogue and listening.
Communication skills:
Engages the operators, peers and management on a group and
individual level.
Energy & drive:
Sense of urgency and thrives in a results oriented, dynamic, fast-paced
environment, while focusing on stabilizing processes. Excellent documentation skills.
Associate Development:
Effectively assesses, develops and retains human resources to drive
results. Can have critical conversations with associates as required.
Veeder-Root Company is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.
. Apply now!Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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