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Essential Functions Works with suppliers and other sourcing team members with oversight from senior SQE members Executes quality portion of MRB / non-conformance product issues using established systems Execute basic Quality tools that apply to the product and suppliers assigned. Quality Engineering tools such as: contract review, sampling plans, auditing principals, SPC, MSA, First Articles, FMEA, PFMEA, calibration systems, etc to understand and ultimately resolve issues in the supply base Apply basic understanding of the relevant product or customer specifications, flow down documents, procedures, engineering or process drawings and regulating agent body requirements that apply to the products and suppliers assigned Issues, monitors and maintains corrective action database Works effectively with suppliers to resolve problems using Root Cause Corrective Actions (RCCA) tools Utilizes available data to establish schedules and perform required audits of assigned suppliers Maintains accurate and current supplier quality records, such as supplier audits, certifications, corrective action responses, and database screens Participate with the Sourcing team to select and manage assigned suppliers Executes established Quality plan for assigned suppliers, based upon: Type and complexity of product being procured; quality history of supplier; requirements placed upon items; level of supplier s demonstrated process control; participates in continuous improvement activities Travel to assigned suppliers, as necessary (domestic and international) Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Excellent communication skills Team player Self-starting, but supervision required Detail oriented Strong analytical and critical thinking skills Developing facilitation skills Ability to understand principals of AS9100, ISO-9000/2000, QS-9000 and/or TS-16949 Ability to understand principals of Continuous Improvement Methodologies (6 Sigma, Lean Mfg. etc.) Education or Formal Training Bachelor of Engineering 4 year degree in technical field Experience 5-7 years of experience in quality, manufacturing, or process control in lieu of degree Previous experience in manufacturing processes and quality systems. Travel Requirements Domestic and international, as required Show more Show less
