What are the responsibilities and job description for the Procurement Quality Control Expert position at Tate Inc.?
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Supply Quality Engineer to join our team at Tate Inc. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that our suppliers meet our high standards and regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Supplier Qualification and Onboarding: Develop and implement processes for evaluating and qualifying new suppliers. Conduct regular audits and assessments to ensure compliance with quality standards.
- Compliance and Risk Management: Monitor supplier performance to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements. Identify and mitigate risks in the supply chain through proactive measures and continuous monitoring.
- Supplier Quality Program Development: Lead the development and implementation of the supplier quality program. Establish and maintain quality metrics and KPIs to track supplier performance.
- Continuous Improvement: Work with suppliers to develop and implement continuous improvement initiatives. Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for supplier quality issues.
- Supplier Audits and Assessments: Perform regular audits and assessments of suppliers to ensure ongoing compliance and performance. Document audit findings and follow up on corrective actions.
- Collaboration and Communication: Collaborate with internal departments such as quality, purchasing, and design engineering to address supplier-related requirements and issues. Communicate effectively with suppliers to ensure alignment on quality expectations and requirements.
- Technical Support and Training: Provide technical support and training to suppliers to help them meet quality standards. Assist suppliers in understanding and implementing company-specific quality requirements.
- Travel and Supplier Visits: Travel to supplier locations, both domestic and international, as needed to conduct audits, assessments, and support activities.
- Reporting and Documentation: Report on supplier performance and quality issues. Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of supplier quality activities and performance metrics.
