Sr. Supplier Technical Engineer for Manufacturing & Production Plant

Sr. Supplier Technical Engineer for Manufacturing & Production Plant

Location: San Diego, CA (Work from Home)

Duration: Full Time/Direct Hire

Job Category: Materials Management - Supply Chain

We are looking for a Supplier Technical Engineer (STE) to join the Investment Castings Supply Chain.

As the STE at this facility, you would:

Have technical accountability for the assigned purchased parts from NPI (initial concept) through the product life cycle, including all aspects of quality management.

Be able to understand top supplier technical issues and provide ideas and solution to resolve the most complex and challenging problems.

Be responsible for communication of technical requirements with Supplier, design/drawing review, Configuration Management input, perform Baan functions, tooling management, Q-Notes, etc.

Monitor supplier quality performance data and trends and collaborate with the

Sourcing Specialist and Buyer to develop and implement strategies for supplier performance improvements, leveraging root cause analysis and corrective and preventative action methodologies.

Provide input into casting, brazing and machining supplier selection process as a technical subject matter expert including participation on survey teams, collaboration with Sourcing Specialists and Buyers in supplier selection, qualification, and ongoing evaluation.

Coordinate with engineering personnel on matters regarding Concurrent

Product and Process Development (CPPD), New Product Introduction (NPI), and Continuous Process Improvement (CPI).

Participate in design and process Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA)

Lead the PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) and develops the FAPITP (First Article Production Inspection Test Plan) with initial input from Design Engineering

Work with Design Engineering to disposition Reject Notices (RNs) and Request for Technical Authorization (RTAs).

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in a technical subject with 3 5 years of experience, or in lieu of a degree, 10 years of manufacturing experience

Engineering practices & process planning (interpretation of drawings, tooling concepts, NDT, Functional Test, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications:

Highest level of ethics and professionalism

Strong analytical problem-solving skills, ability to use and communicate statistical and problem-solving tools including root cause analysis and corrective action skills.

Well-developed interpersonal skills strongly preferred in dealing with sensitive issues, developing others, and reaching consensus on specific actions, inside and outside of Solar.

Tools and techniques of 6 Sigma methodology are requirements and may be attained through completion of 6 Sigma training following entry into this position.

Familiarity with project management and Design of Experiment (DOE)

Understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles as applied by Solar and our Suppliers.

Familiarity with quality management principles

Project Management skills

Familiarity with Investment Castings, Sand Castings and applicable Machining Processes a plus.

Understanding of Solar manufacturing processes used to produce components and assemblies (turning, milling, etc.) and knowledge of shop operations and maintenance procedures.

Best Regards,

Vishal

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