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NPD Supplier Quality Sr. Engineer

1 month ago


Brooklyn Park, United States Nilfisk, Inc. Full time
Job Description

Major Function

Develop & manage the execution of the part approval plan on multiple NPD/Sourcing projects. Ensure alignment (across sites, procurement, SQE's, SQDE's & R&D).

As the NPD Supplier Quality Senior Engineer, you will be responsible for overseeing and managing supplier quality activities during the new product development process. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure that supplier components meet our high-quality standards. This role requires an eye for detail, strong technical knowledge, very well organization and excellent communication skills.

Essential Responsibilities

  • Part Approval process and development through execution phases, to support current development of the product design and manufacturing supplier process.
  • Part approval plan of PPAP and execution phases.
  • Measurement plan for parts received during the design development & verification stages of the project.
  • Plan to secure supplier process capability data on similar components or features in support of ensuring product design & manufacturing process robustness.
    Secure that the Supplier Quality work stream deliverables within New Product Development (NPD/Sourcing) projects are met & support team efforts to meet project goals (schedule, cost, quality).
  • Support the development of the supplier strategy within projects.
  • Develop and effectively manage the successful execution of the part approval plan & supplier development plans. Identify and work with core project team and global/ regional & supplier quality personnel to address risks. Provide weekly progress updates.
  • Work with procurement, supplier quality and design personnel to ensure alignment between supplier capability and design requirements.
  • Work with supplier quality personnel to verify effectiveness of supplier-related Corrective Actions.
  • Ensure step-change improvement in NPD product and supplier quality.
  • Work with supplier quality personnel to verify effectiveness of supplier related corrective actions (SCAR, TFR).
  • Support development & maintenance of Nilfisk supplier quality requirements / standards.
  • Drive supplier NPD execution process compliance across segments.

Your new team

You will work with a multicultural team in America region where you will be based in Brooklyn Park, MN and you will collaborate with people from different locations and functions to manage supplier quality and project activities, in addition you will be in contact with high level team members at Nilfisk and supplier side.

Why join us

At Nilfisk, we know that amazing people make amazing companies. You will join a company culture with a lot of freedom and trust, and where we have a growth mindset. At Nilfisk, you will be developing many different skills in this position, such as leadership, teamwork, self-drive management and decision making where in a position is required.

Further, we want you to question ideas and speak your mind, so we can, together, find the best solutions. If you are ready for this, we would be keen to hear from you.

Qualifications to succeed in the position.

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field (Master's degree is desirable).
  • Minimum of 4 years of experience in supplier quality engineering within the automotive / industrial sector.
  • Strong knowledge of quality management systems, including ISO 9001, IATF 16949 and other relevant standards.
  • Proficiency in quality tools and methodologies, such as Core Tools (FMEA, APQP, PPAP9) and engineering tools (GD&T's and Six Sigma).
  • Excellent problem-solving and root cause analysis skills with proven experience in any methodology as Ishikawa, 8D's, Red X / Shainin.
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills for collaborating with suppliers and internal teams in a multicultural environment.
  • Proven project management and organizational abilities.
  • Willingness to travel to supplier locations as needed (approximately 30%).
  • Leadership skills, self-driven management and decision making.
  • Internal / Lead auditor ISO 9001 / IATF 16949 / VDA 6.3

About Nilfisk

Nilfisk was founded in 1906 by the Danish engineer P.A. Fisker. Today the company is a world-leading provider of professional and consumer floorcare equipment, vacuum cleaners, and high-pressure washers. Around 90 per cent of sales target professionals, while the remaining 10 per cent of the business is focused on consumers.

Let's create a cleaner future together

Clean is changing.Today, cleaning is a key contributor to health and safety, and a new clean is emerging, driven by technology and innovation. At Nilfisk we are a driving force in this development, and we work as one team with one agenda, supporting each other across an exciting, dynamic organization. Being part of Nilfisk means having the freedom to speak your mind and do what you do best. You will thrive by having a hands-on approach and the drive to bring your great ideas to life. At Nilfisk you can lead, innovate and collaborate for a cleaner future. Are you ready to make a change?

We embrace diversity and equality with an environment of inclusion. We encourage everyone to apply for the position, regardless of origin, race, ethnicity, religion, physical or mental ability, gender, gender-identity or expression, sexual orientation, and age.

Nilfisk offers a competitive total compensation package. Benefits include Health, Dental, Vision, Basic and Supplemental Life, Critical Illness and Accident Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account with Company Contribution, 401K with Company Match, Long and Short Term Disability, Employee Assistance Program, Legal Plan, Parental Leave, Paid Vacation and Sick Time, Paid Volunteer Day, Tuition Reimbursement, Wellness Reimbursement, Scholarship opportunities, etc.

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Nilfisk, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status, among other factors. Applicants can learn more about our status as an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer by viewing the federalKNOW YOUR RIGHTSEEO poster.


Equal opportunity It is the policy of Nilfisk not to discriminate any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or because he or she is a protected veteran. It is also the policy of Nilfisk to take action to employ and to advance in employment, all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.

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