What are the responsibilities and job description for the Supplier Quality Engineer position at US Cargo Systems?
This position is NOT available for remote work.
This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements; therefore, a “US Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 is required. “US Person” includes a US Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
Summary of Position:
The Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) supports all supplier quality-related tasks for US Cargo Systems. This multifaceted, hands-on position requires the SQE to be at the facility and involved with the day-to-day details of supplier quality while also developing relationships with sole-source suppliers to improve processes, reduce costs, and improve delivery. The SQE will process, maintain, and audit supplier documentation to support customer, regulatory, AS9100, and US Cargo Systems QMS compliance programs. The SQE will track data, identify improvement projects, and manage cross-functional implementation to improve the performance of key components and suppliers.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement supplier quality processes in compliance with AS9100 requirements.
- Conduct supplier audits and assessments to ensure adherence to quality requirements.
- Collaborate with suppliers to establish quality standards and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Analyze supplier performance data and report on key metrics related to quality.
- Facilitate root cause analysis and corrective action plans for supplier-related quality issues.
- Support supplier qualification and approval processes for new and existing suppliers.
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams to address and resolve supplier quality concerns.
- Review and approve supplier quality documents, including inspection plans and test procedures.
- Provide technical guidance and training to suppliers on quality processes and AS9100 requirements.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to drive quality improvement initiatives.
- Lead supplier risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies.
- Monitor and manage supplier non-conformance reports and ensure timely resolution.
- Participate in supplier selection and evaluation processes to ensure quality capabilities.
- Conduct regular reviews and updates of supplier quality management systems.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory, industry, and customer-specific quality requirements.
- Review and approve supplier FAIs according to AS9102 requirements.
- All other duties assigned to support the business.
