Supplier Quality Engineer

NIC Global is a single-source manufacturer providing turn-key mechanical and electromechanical assembly, expert sheet metal fabrication, and global sourcing of metal and plastic components. We provide products to great customers such as Philips, PACCAR (Kenworth & Peterbilt), Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Physio Controls, and Leviton to name a few. Our growing company employs nearly 600 people in Washington, Tennessee, Ohio, and Texas. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package which includes health and dental insurance, 401(k) plan, and tuition reimbursement. Our fun, family like atmosphere provides a great place to work where employees are celebrated through a wide variety of employee events and recognition programs. Visit us at www.nicglobalms.com to learn more. NIC Global is an equal opportunity employer.

SHIFT: 1st (4) 9's and (1) 4-hour days.

SALARY RANGE:  $70 TO $87K ANNUALLY

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/DUTIES

• Partner with suppliers to improve their technical capabilities to reduce product costs while maintaining quality integrity.
• Work closely with the purchasing group and their supply base.
• Supplier PPAP review and approval.
• Obtain Problem resolution and improvement processes with external suppliers using Kaizen activities, 8D, and other corrective actions methods.
• Track Vendor non-conformities and their incurred costs.
• Initiate Supplier chargebacks and follow up.
• Assist in management and implementation of quality system policies, procedures and instructions throughout the organization. 
• Conduct internal audits for compliance with quality systems.
• Facilitate education and training of employees in quality systems and procedures.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities.
• Spearhead customer communication in quality conformance issues.
• Identifies and evaluates suppliers as needed to supply components and materials to manufacturing facilities. 
• Perform verifications and adjustments to Process documentation and practices (e.g. DFMEA, PFMEA, Control Plan, Work Instruction, etc.).
• Extend some services for directed source components and materials at company’s Tier 2 locations.
• While the home facility will be in Gallatin, the candidate must be able to travel (15%-30% travel) to other NIC sites on a regular basis to implement common project goals and establish consistency at all locations. 
• This job description reflects the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. Additional duties and responsibilities may be required, based upon business needs, at any time with or without notice.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree from a four-year college or university or an equivalent combination of formal education, on-the-job training, and/or work experience.
• 2 years of experience in supplier quality management or related fields is desired but not required.
• Six Sigma Green Education highly desired but not required.
• Familiar with all quality tools (i.e. Process Flow Diagram, FMEA, Control Plans, MSA, PPAP, APQP, SPC) desired. 
• CAD/SolidWorks experience is not required but would be a great addition.
• Knowledge of GD&T. 
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 systems. 
• Ability to interact with suppliers, customers, and internal management with a high level of effectiveness.

PHYSCIAL DEMANDS

Ability to lift 25lbs with or without accommodations.