Resident Mechanical Engineer - Supplier Quality and Delivery Focus

supplier facilities

Key Responsibilities

Delivery Follow-up & Expediting:

• Serve as the crucial link between the company's production schedule and the supplier's manufacturing/logistics team.
• Visit supplier sites regularly to

  monitor production progress

  against agreed-upon timelines.
• Proactively identify and address potential delays or bottlenecks in the supplier's production and dispatch process.

• Expedite critical parts

  to ensure

  on-time delivery

  and maintain an uninterrupted supply chain.

Quality Assurance & Inspection (QC):

• Conduct thorough

  quality checks (QC)

  and inspections of finished or semi-finished mechanical parts

  before dispatch

  .
• Verify parts against engineering drawings, specifications, and quality standards, using appropriate measuring tools and techniques.
• Document inspection results, identifying any

  non-conformance issues

  , and work with the supplier to implement immediate corrective actions.
• Ensure proper packaging and labeling procedures are followed to prevent damage during transit.

SOP Development & Process Improvement:

• Collaborate with supplier teams to

  develop, refine, and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

  for critical manufacturing, quality control, and testing processes.
• Train supplier personnel on new SOPs and best practices to ensure consistent process adherence and quality output.
• Perform periodic audits of the supplier's manufacturing processes to ensure compliance with established SOPs and quality management systems.

Reporting & Communication:

• Provide regular, detailed

  status reports

  on supplier delivery performance, quality metrics, and on-site activities.
• Maintain clear and effective communication with internal teams (Purchasing, Planning, Engineering) regarding supplier capacity, issues, and delivery forecasts.
• Document all interactions, quality findings, and process changes accurately.

Education:

Mechanical Engineering

Experience:

• 5-6 years of experience in manufacturing, quality control, supplier management, or a field-based engineering role, preferably in the [Switch Gear] industry.
• Strong ability to

  read and interpret complex engineering drawings

  , blueprints, and technical specifications (GD&T knowledge is a plus).
• Proficient in using standard

  measurement and inspection tools

  (e.g., calipers, micrometers, CMM reports).
• Knowledge of

  Quality Management Systems

  (e.g., ISO 9001, Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing principles).