Supplier Quality Assurance Engineer

1 week ago


Columbia, Missouri, United States Harsco Rail Full time

*HARSCO RAIL DOES NOT SPONSOR VISA*

Position Overview

The Supplier Quality Engineer plays a pivotal role in collaborating with the Global Supply Chain and Engineering teams to evaluate and enhance the strategic global supply chain. This position is dedicated to the structured oversight of supplier quality through the execution of the Supplier Quality Program/Process. The Supplier Quality Engineer is expected to demonstrate strong leadership capabilities to effectively address supplier-related challenges and foster ongoing enhancements in supplier performance on a global scale.

  • Evaluate engineering and manufacturing specifications to facilitate communication between product engineers and suppliers.
  • Lead or participate in global cross-functional supplier validation audits to assess the Quality Management Systems of both new and existing suppliers.
  • Support the Global Supply Chain approval process by evaluating supplier manufacturing capabilities.
  • Conduct on-site supplier visits for root cause analysis and verification of corrective actions implemented by suppliers to resolve known quality issues.
  • Analyze supplier manufacturing processes and collaborate with suppliers to identify and implement process improvements.
  • Aggregate and assess supplier performance data to evaluate overall Global Supplier performance.
  • Champion and support process improvement initiatives at supplier locations.
  • Engage in cross-functional teams for the development of new products or modifications to existing products.
  • Work in conjunction with quality control personnel across global plants to address defective supplier materials or components, ensuring appropriate corrective and preventive measures are established.
  • Produce detailed quality assessment reports for critical global suppliers.
  • Facilitate the escalation of unresolved supplier quality issues to ensure successful resolution.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement enhancements that support manufacturing operations and continuous improvement initiatives worldwide.
  • Utilize appropriate quality tools and methodologies, such as DOE, RCCA, 8D, MSA, FAI, sampling plans, process capability analysis, FTA, and SPC, to effectively address supplier quality challenges.

Qualifications

  1. Education
  • Bachelor's Degree or higher in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited institution.
  1. Experience
  • At least 3 years of experience in Supplier Quality Engineering within an industrial manufacturing context (such as automotive, heavy equipment, or custom manufacturing).
  • A minimum of 1 year of experience working with global suppliers.
  1. Other Requirements
  • Strong knowledge of ISO 9001 standards.
  • Proficient understanding of welding processes.
  • Advanced data analytics and reporting skills.
  • Solid mechanical knowledge.
  • Willingness to travel internationally.
  1. Interpersonal Skills
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to lead teams collaboratively in a diverse, cross-functional global environment.
  1. Technical Skills
  • Proficient in MS Office, ERP systems, and data analytics.
  • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical data and drawings.
  1. Other Skills
  • Strong organizational and planning abilities.
  • Excellent judgment skills with the capacity to make decisions independently.

Travel Requirements

  • 5%-25% domestic and international travel.
  1. Preferred Qualifications
  • Certification in CQE.
  • Six Sigma Greenbelt or higher certification.

Essential Functions

  • Ability to work effectively in a culturally diverse global team environment.


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