Ensures that suppliers deliver quality parts, materials, and services.
Qualifies suppliers according to company standards and may administer a Certified Supplier Program in receiving inspection to ensure cost effectiveness.
Monitors parts from acquisition through the manufacturing cycle and communicates and resolves supplier-related problems as they occur.
Develops and prioritizes an auditing schedule to ensure that designated suppliers are audited on a regular basis to ensure good manufacturing practices (GMP) and quality standards are met.
Evaluates suppliers' internal functions to assess their overall performance and provides feedback in assessment of their operation.

Requirements

Requires a Baccalaureate degree and minimum of 4 years of relevant experience OR Master's degree with a minimum of 2 years relevant experience OR PhD with 0 years relevant experience.
Nice to Have: Engineering focused Degree
Knowledge of DRM, Lean, and 6 Sigma principles
Knowledge of GD&T
Knowledge of Risk Management (PRA, DFMEA, UFMEA, PFMEA)
Experience with Validation (IQ, OQ, PQ, TMV)
Knowledge and experience with manufacturing assembly processes and inspection/testing methods
Thorough knowledge and experience with NPI Processes
Excellent organization, planning, technical writing, communication, and presentation skills.

Benefits

Health, Dental and vision insurance
Health Savings Account
Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
Life insurance
Long-term disability leave
Dependent daycare spending account
Tuition assistance/reimbursement
Simple Steps (global well-being program)
Incentive plans
401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match
Short-term disability
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Employee Assistance Program
Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums)
Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums)

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills & Tools

DRMLean6 SigmaGD&TRisk ManagementPRADFMEAUFMEAPFMEANPI Processes

Soft Skills

organizationplanningtechnical writingcommunicationpresentation