Supplier Quality Engineer

Job Overview:

This role is crucial in ensuring that all materials, components, and products supplied to our company meet the highest quality standards. The Senior Supplier Quality Engineer will collaborate closely with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to monitor and improve quality performance, resolve supplier-related quality issues, and contribute to the continuous improvement of our manufacturing processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supplier Management and Auditing:

  • Lead the selection, evaluation, and performance monitoring of suppliers to ensure compliance with industry standards and company specifications.
  • Conduct supplier audits, assessments, and evaluations to identify risks and ensure the supply chain meets regulatory, environmental, and safety requirements.
  • Manage supplier quality agreements, ensuring alignment with manufacturing and regulatory standards.

• Quality Assurance and Compliance:

  • Develop and implement quality assurance processes and procedures for incoming materials and components.
  • Ensure that all materials and chemicals supplied meet established quality criteria and regulatory standards.
  • Work closely with suppliers to address non-conformance issues and ensure corrective actions are taken promptly.
  • Review and approve supplier documentation, such as certificates of analysis (COA) and material specifications.

• Root Cause Analysis and Problem Solving:

  • Investigate and resolve supplier quality issues by conducting thorough root cause analysis (RCA) and implementing corrective actions.
  • Collaborate with internal teams (e.g., production, R&D, and procurement) to troubleshoot quality issues and ensure effective solutions.
  • Lead efforts in continuous improvement initiatives within the supply chain and manufacturing processes.

• Process Improvement and Innovation:

  • Drive initiatives for improving supplier performance, focusing on reducing defects, increasing efficiency, and enhancing product quality.
  • Work with suppliers to optimize quality control processes, improve reliability, and maintain cost efficiency.
  • Contribute to the development and implementation of new quality tools, technologies, and systems.

• Data Analysis and Reporting:

  • Analyze supplier performance data and quality metrics, preparing reports for management review.
  • Track key performance indicators (KPIs) related to supplier quality and provide recommendations for improvement.
  • Assist in preparing documentation for regulatory submissions and audits.

• Cross-functional Collaboration:

  • Collaborate with procurement, engineering, production, and R&D teams to ensure seamless integration of supplier materials into the manufacturing process.
  • Provide technical guidance and training to internal teams on supplier quality processes and expectations.

Qualifications:

• Education:

  • Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemistry, or a related field. A Master's degree is a plus.

• Experience:

  • Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in supplier quality engineering, preferably in the chemical manufacturing or related industries.
  • Strong knowledge of quality management systems (QMS), ISO 9001, and other relevant industry standards.
  • Experience with root cause analysis tools (e.g., 8D, Fishbone, FMEA) and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA).