Job Overview
The Supplier Quality Engineer is responsible for developing and evaluating the product supplier base through quality system audits.
Maintaining working relationships with suppliers to ensure high-quality components with a focus on continuous improvement is key.
The position will be based onsite in our facility located in Burnfoot, Donegal.
Main Responsibilities:
* Monitor and resolve supplier process control performance issues by developing robust quality control plans.
* Drive permanent resolution of supplier issues reported by plants and customers.
* Initiate and lead supplier performance improvement by partnering with suppliers to identify and abate issues.
A strong problem-solving background and ability to simplify complex information are essential for this role.
The Quality Engineer establishes quality targets and goals, including cost reduction and warranty reduction.
Key Skills:
* Problem solving tools and quality core tools (8-D, A3, 5-Whys, DOE, SCAR, Fishbone, Pareto, Six Sigma, ISIR/FAI, PPAP).
* Statistical tools for process and product development and control (Gage R&R, Process Capability, Control Plans, SPC, Process Failure Mode Effects Analysis).