What are the responsibilities and job description for the Supplier Quality Assurance Manager position at RENK America?
About the Organization RENK is a leading supplier in the defense, marine and industry sector with superior mobility, propulsion and drive train solutions. Our tradition is centered on precision-engineered systems for maximum impact, efficiency and endurance. RENK's ambition is to support each and every one of its customers to exceed standards in harsh conditions and combat situations. RENK America is headquartered in Muskegon, Michigan with over 350 team members including our sister plant RENK Systems Corporation in Camby, Indiana. RENK America is driven by this sense of pride and purpose in our country and our community.
Description
The Supplier Quality Assurance (SQA) Manager is responsible for planning and leading all SQA activity for RENK America. The SQA Manager works closely with Supply Chain Management and supervises a team of SQA specialists responsible for supplier selection, development, qualification, and quality assurance audits and surveillance at supplier facilities. The SQA Manager drives cross functional engagement to ensure RENK America suppliers deliver material that meets all quality and contractual requirements.
Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt EOE Statement RENK America is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. RENK America is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. RENK America maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.
This position is currently accepting applications.
Description
The Supplier Quality Assurance (SQA) Manager is responsible for planning and leading all SQA activity for RENK America. The SQA Manager works closely with Supply Chain Management and supervises a team of SQA specialists responsible for supplier selection, development, qualification, and quality assurance audits and surveillance at supplier facilities. The SQA Manager drives cross functional engagement to ensure RENK America suppliers deliver material that meets all quality and contractual requirements.
- Be the Quality Authority in the assessment, selection, development, and qualification of new suppliers.
- Responsible for proper staffing level and the training and supervision of assigned SQA personnel.
- Oversee tracking and assessment of supplier ratings and quality metrics; Provide training for basic quality methodologies as necessary, provide guidance to suppliers for root cause analysis, corrective and preventive action plans.
- Provide Quality Assurance oversight for the procurement, receiving inspection, and acceptance of purchased material.
- Maintain and improve the Supplier Quality Manual and SQA processes.
- Prepare periodic SQA reports, performance metrics and presentations describing progress and activities.
- In conjunction with the Supply Chain leader, chair the monthly Supplier Corrective Action Board.
- Work in collaboration with other functional areas to support new design introduction or revisions into manufacturing.
- Bachelor of Science (BS) in a Management, Administrative or Technical discipline required - with minimum 6 years of experience in a relevant Quality Assurance environment required; Graduate degree with minimum 4 years’ experience preferred.
- Possess proven competency in Quality Core Tools such as Process Flow Diagrams, Failure Modes Effect Analysis. (FMEA), Control Plans, MSA (Gage Capability), Process Capability (SPC) and Error Proofing/Poke Yoke.
- Knowledge of and experience with ISO 9001 Quality Management System and other applicable standards.
- Thorough understanding and experience with AS9102 First Article Inspection or similar standard.
- Strong proficiency with analytical problem-solving methods – i.e. 8D, Root Cause Analysis, 5Why, Fishbone, etc.
- Experience in technical or manufacturing operations.
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills; Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Must be able to travel both in-country and internationally, estimated up to 50%
- Must be able to work in both office and manufacturing plant environment without special accommodations.
- Proficient with MS Office applications (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, etc).
- Knowledge of and experience with AS 9100 Quality Management Systems Requirements for Aviation, Space, and Defense Organizations.
- Knowledge of and experience with AS 9145 Requirements for Advanced Product Quality Planning and Production Part Approval Process.
Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt EOE Statement RENK America is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. RENK America is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. RENK America maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.
This position is currently accepting applications.
