Supplier Quality Engineer

We have an outstanding career opportunity for a Supplier Quality Engineerto join a leading Company located in the Gallatin, TNsurrounding area. The Supplier Quality Engineer manages supplier quality to continuously improve company performance goals, implement process controls, and develop quality assurance plans within the Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) logic. The SQE utilizes manufacturing process knowledge to actively work with suppliers and internal and external customers to improve quality of components and services by using appropriate tools and project leadership. Success in this role requires strong regulatory expertise, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple licenses, shipments, audits, and deadlines simultaneously.

Job Responsibilities:

+ Partners with suppliers and project management teams to define and manage component process development and continuous improvement. + Knowledge of the manufacturing process to constructively critique supplier processes and development opportunities. + Performs quality audits on suppliers to ensure the vendor is capable of producing products and services that meet company requirements. + Interprets technical drawings, including geometric & dimensional tolerance. + Applies measurement system analysis tools and utilizes outcomes for process development and continuous improvement. + Knowledge of the vendor audit process and ability to apply knowledge in a preventative role on new product development. + Utilizes the capacity planning/verification process as an operational tool requiring minimal clarification of application/interpretation of results. + Demonstrates real examples of the application of the supplier resourcing process. + Analyzes and resolves problems through coaching, mentoring, teaching, and assisting other employees in solving work problems. + Demonstrates the personal application of prevention action concepts and techniques (error proofing, poka yoke, robust design, etc.). + Advanced knowledge of GD&T, Lean principles, ISO-9001, auditing, problem solving, leadership, QMS, 5S, core tools and statistical software such as Minitab. + Leads problem-solving teams and serves as a consultant. + Develops and provides support to the Quality and Purchasing departments. + Performs other duties as assigned.

Basic Hiring Criteria:

+ Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Mechanical Industrial Manufacturing) or related field required. + 5 years Supplier Quality Engineer experience required. + Experience with the development of vendors production process startup through PPAP system on new components or technologies + Experience with metal machining, stamping, and casting processes. + Demonstrates knowledge/successful application of problem solving / six sigma tools ( i.e. DoE, Control Charts, 8d ). + Has followed a Six Sigma Green Belt training program, completed with successful project delivery. + Report writing skills. + Time management skills to effectively manage time and time of others to enable several tasks achieved simultaneously. + Effective listening, coaching and presentation skills. + Meeting and presentation skills to set up, participate and control meetings with an agenda and ensure group participation. + Proven negotiation and problem-solving skills. + Display a clear and definitive approach to a wide range of complex issues. + Set and achieve personal objectives for specific task. + Strong interpersonal skills.

Desired Qualifications:

+ 5-10 years of experience in the automotive field is preferred. + Certified Supplier Quality Engineer Auditor is preferr ed. Military connected talent encouraged to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visithttp://www.tadpgs.

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