Sr. Supplier Quality Engineer - United Safety and Survivability Corporation

• Manage and communicate quality KPIs in supplier scorecard.
• Perform initial supplier audits and monitor suggested improvements.
• Establish cadence of ongoing supplier audits based on scorecard performance and carry out the audits.
• Build relationships with suppliers and serve as the point-of-contact for quality with Suppliers.
• Implement AIAG concepts and standards with suppliers to improve performance.
• Work with Suppliers on PPAP approvals, rejects, returns, and develop a process for timely responses to “Corrective Actions” and credit/rework associated costs using 8D methodologies.
• Develop and establish process for analyzing Supplier performance.
• Develop a Supplier Quality Manual and Supplier Standards Guide.
• Confirm process control, capability and sustainability of the supplier utilizing Statistical Process Control (SPC) and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Initiate process improvement projects with suppliers to increase efficiency, reduce costs and lead time, simplify processes, and improve quality.
• Support supplier processes and test method validation activities by developing and executing protocols for new or existing processes.
• Develop and implement methods and procedures for disposition of nonconforming material and ensures that effective root cause analysis is conducted; tracks implementation of corrective/preventive actions.
• Enable Supplier Change Request (SCR) process for a timely and effective decision.
• Manage programs to evaluate precision and accuracy of supplier production equipment and testing, measurement, and analytical equipment.
• Be willing to travel domestically and internationally as required. Estimated travel expectation up to 50%.
• Perform other duties as assigned. 

• Bachelor’s degree in Quality, Mechanical, Electrical or Industrial Engineering.
• 5 - 7 years of experience in Quality or Purchasing including: supplier quality management, supplier quality engineering, quality management/engineering, supplier integration, strategic supply management, supplier development, scheduling, forecasting or logistics.
• Excellent written communications skills, including the use of proper spelling, punctuation, and grammar to produce error-free copy, particularly composing letters, reports and documents used for decision making.
• Outstanding Oral communication skills including tact and diplomacy which would be utilized during customer service, conflict management, development of relationships with internal and external contacts.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple and diverse projects including, analytical thinking, planning, prioritizing, problem solving, decision making and carrying out assigned projects with minimal supervision.
• Experience collaborating with and visiting suppliers globally.
• Proficient in current computer software: MS Applications Word, Excel, and understanding of ERP systems.
• Able to handle light lifting of component parts and prototype assemblies.
• Proficient in current computer software: MS Applications Word, Excel, and understanding of ERP systems.
• Master’s degree of applicable relevance is a plus.
• Certified Quality Engineer, Six Sigma Green or Black Belt and/or Lean Certification is a plus. 
• Safety is at the forefront of your mind when you are working and you gladly follow all safety policies to promote a safe working environment at United Safety. 
• You bring with you a positive attitude and the ability to work cohesively in a team environment.
• Help United Safety operate effectively by adhering to attendance and punctuality standards.
• Understand that you are part of a growing company, you have no concerns with and able to work extended hours as needed as well as some Saturdays to support that growth.

Founded in 1984 by entrepreneur Christian Hammarskjold, our company began in a garage with just a few products and a dream to innovate better, safer transit solutions. Since then, we’ve grown in both size and scope; introducing several new products and applications across a wide range of industries.Even as we continue to grow, our mission stays the same. We’re uniting passions, ideas, people, and solutions to protect and save lives through constant innovation.OUR VISION & MISSIONOur Vision: To build the next generation of safety and survivability technologies.Our Mission: United Safety and Survivability Corporation is committed to delivering the most innovative and reliable safety and survivability solutions our customers can trust to protect life and property.