Supplier Quality Engineer

Marotta Controls•Parsippany, NJ

2d•$77,500 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) position is responsible to develop positive, partner-oriented relationships with members of MCI’s Supply Chain to continuously improve and monitor supplier performance through auditing and the application of quality tools and performance metrics. The SQE must be a self-motivated individual who possess the ability to analyze, organize, plan and prioritize assignments/tasks to achieve desired results. This position requires effective interaction with a broad spectrum of people to successfully support operations, customer requirements and the corporate strategic vision.

Requirements

Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Manufacturing Engineering
Knowledge of, or experience in a manufacturing/testing environment (Aerospace preferred) Knowledge in the areas of Circuit Card Assemblies (CCA’s) inclusive of IPC J STD-001E/NASA STD-8739 and IPC 610 standards and requirements
Knowledge of Machining and Measurement processes and equipment.
Minimum of (2) year Quality/Design/Manufacturing Engineering Experience – Supplier Quality field experience preferred
Knowledge of, or experienced in the areas of special processes (ex. plating, painting, weld, etc.), AS9100 & ISO system standards/requirements, P.O. review/approval, ESD, Foreign Object Debris/damage (FOD) Controls, performance metrics and System/Process audits
Ability to interpret Military, Commercial aircraft and Space level specifications, dwg’s, and standards
Knowledge of, or demonstrated track record in the area of Lean concepts, variability analysis, SPC/Process controls, root cause analysis, failure Mode Effects Analysis (FMEA), Six Sigma tools, System/Process auditing, etc.
Knowledge of or experienced use of various measuring/inspection instruments (Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM), Vision System, mechanical instruments, etc.)
This position requires the eligibility to obtain a security clearance, therefore you must be able to obtain/maintain a security clearance
Must be a US Citizen
Must be Computer literate (MS Excel/Word/PowerPoint), flow chart and statistical/analytical software packages
Strong interpersonal, written, time management, analytical, statistical, problem solving, communication and organizational skills
Demonstrate the ability to read, interpret documents (i.e. procedures, schematics/technical drawings, etc.)
Position requires a detail-oriented individual who can multi-task, provide leadership (project/assignment related), work in a fast-paced environment and communicate issues in a timely/effective manner.

Nice To Haves

Aerospace preferred
Supplier Quality field experience preferred

Responsibilities

Identify improvement projects and manages cross functional implementation to improve supply chain performance
Promote the use of Quality tools and continuous improvement techniques at suppliers to reduce variability, achieve process control and improve the overall quality of processes, systems and MCI’s product(s)/materials.
Develop positive relationships and effective lines of communication with suppliers (partnership-oriented)
Train suppliers to effectively execute Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCAR), Quality Alerts, Corrective/Preventive Actions (CAPA) implementation, change control and root cause analysis
Perform periodic audits and evaluate Supplier Quality Systems/processes and flow down of customer requirements to assure conformance to requirements.
Collect and evaluate supplier quality data and performance metrics to manage the Supply Chain score card system.
Recommend suppliers for qualification and/or disqualification based on quality performance
Evaluate supplier processes, collaborate with suppliers on process improvement and value enhanced opportunities
Ensure effective communication with MCI Engineering, Operations, Quality Engineering and Procurement to identify opportunities for quality and productivity improvements
Working directly with suppliers, create corrective action plans and effectively resolve identified issues
Organize and assume a lead role in presenting the status of “Active Supplier Quality” issues
Ability to provide training in an effective manner
Ability to work with minimal supervision and provide regular status updates to management
Foster a positive, cooperative, and safe work environment through effective communication at all levels of the Marotta organization
Conduct on site piece part inspections utilizing vendor resources and report results with a focus on supplier development towards self-release/pass through
Abide by all safety, quality, housekeeping and company policies/procedures to ensure compliance to various regulatory and internal system requirements
Foster a positive, cooperative and safe work environment through effective communication at all levels of the Marotta organization
Abide by all safety, quality, housekeeping and company policies/procedures to ensure compliance to various regulatory and internal system requirements