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Lead Supplier Quality Engineer
LMI Aerospace - A Member of the Sonaca GroupCore Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in Supplier Quality Assurance initiatives, including managing Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCAR) and conducting supplier evaluations for compliance with quality standards. Proficient in analyzing metrics and KPIs to drive continuous improvement and ensure effective communication within a team-oriented environment.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Supplier Quality AssuranceSCAR ManagementAS9100 AuditingStatistical Process ControlLeadership Experience
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Lead development and upkeep of Supplier Quality Assurance initiatives
- Mentor, train, and coach supplier quality team members
- Oversee the Approved Supplier List (APL) and conduct on-site supplier surveys when necessary
- Collaborate with Commodity Managers for comprehensive supplier information
- Prepare reports and updates on vendor status and quality
- Provide leadership in the development and maintenance of Supplier Quality Assurance initiatives and processes
- Define quality flow-down requirements on purchase orders
- Manage Supplier Corrective Action Request (SCAR) protocols to solicit Cause/Corrective Action (C/CA) responses from suppliers
- Investigate supplier rejections to determine the appropriate allocation of defect-related charges
- Coordinate with site Quality Management to address quality performance concerns with suppliers
- Evaluate vendor operations, products, and services for compliance with government and company quality standards
- Analyze and monitor metrics and KPIs to suggest improvement initiatives
- Partner with Corporate and Plant purchasing departments to define quality-related flow-down requirements on purchase orders (POs)
- Determine parameters such as First Article Inspection (FAI) requisites, source inspection criteria, Statistical Process Control (SPC) needs, and other specific approvals
- Assist with special projects and participate on improvement teams as requested
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent with 5+ years related experience
- Previous experience in leadership role
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and AS9100 auditing
- Familiarity with Model Based Definition and 3D Designs is desirable
- Ability to analyze and interpret technical materials, regulations, and business documents
- Ability to work with mathematical concepts, including probability and statistical inference, as well as financial calculations and projections
- Ability to work in dynamic environments with shifting priorities
- Proven track record of promoting a participative, team-oriented environment
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for effective professional correspondence and reporting
- Sonaca North America is an E-Verify Employer
Benefits
Comp & perks- 401(k) retirement savings plan with a percentage company-match contribution
- Competitive wages
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and accidental insurance
- Short-term disability
- Long-term disability
- Employee assistance plan — for access to counseling, consulting and other community resources
- Wellness program
- Tuition assistance
- Subject to eligibility, terms, and conditions
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Hard Skills
Supplier EvaluationQuality Flow-Down RequirementsFirst Article InspectionTechnical Document AnalysisMathematical Concepts
Soft Skills
Team-Oriented EnvironmentStrong Communication SkillsMentoring and Coaching
Tools & Technologies
Microsoft OfficeModel Based Definition3D Designs
Industry Keywords
Approved Supplier ListQuality ManagementVendor Operations ComplianceContinuous Improvement Initiatives