What are the responsibilities and job description for the Supplier Quality Engineer position at CONFLUX SYSTEMS?
The Supplier Quality Engineer ensures a robust and defect-free supply chain through supplier development activities, improving quality, on-time delivery, and cost performance.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead on-site supplier audits per VDA6.3 and ISO 9001:2015 standards.
- Drive supplier improvement initiatives using Pareto, 8D, and continuous improvement tools.
- Facilitate problem-solving and root cause analysis for non-conformance issues.
- Implement advanced quality tools like FMEA and variability reduction.
- Monitor and improve supplier KPIs, including PPM, claim rate, and scrap reduction.
- Conduct supplier manufacturing assessments to enhance standardization and efficiency.
- Develop supplier relationships and implement cost-saving initiatives.
- Ensure compliance with ISO procedures and maintain engineering documentation.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field; CQE, CQA, or Six Sigma certification preferred.
- 5-8 years of experience in supplier quality engineering.
- Expertise in measurement equipment (CMM, OGP, Comparator) and SPC methods.
- Knowledge of EMS manufacturing processes, PPAP, APQP, and quality tools.
- Strong problem-solving, communication, and project management skills.
Salary : $54 - $57