Supplier Quality Engineer
Pole/Zero Corporation
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About the Role
Supplier Quality Engineer at Pole/Zero Corporation, part of Microwave Products Group (MPG). Supporting the military community by managing supplier quality programs and initiatives, and overseeing receiving inspection functions and staff.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the process of receiving inspection to acceptance into stock.
- Audit suppliers to applicable Quality/Business System standards (e.g., AS9100, ISO9001).
- Audit suppliers to industry technical specifications, as applicable.
- Maintain a supplier visit plan to ensure supply chain adherence to the Supplier Policy Manual.
- Conduct supplier visits and maintain trip reports.
- Manage the Supplier Corrective Action System.
- Approve and disqualify suppliers when necessary.
- Develop and maintain supplier audit records.
- Investigate production or receiving inspection problems related to supplied material.
- Communicate quality issues or concerns with suppliers.
- Facilitate MRB (Material Review Board) for incoming material.
- Manage receiving inspection activities and staff, supporting the determination of conformance.
- Facilitate FAI (First Article Inspection) on supplied material.
- Manage material handling of scrap incoming, raw material, and/or material found in production that was supplied.
- Report supplier performance data, including monthly meetings with management and providing data for supplier scorecards.
- Assist suppliers with quality improvements and drive quality requirements.
- Work cooperatively with supply chain on improvements with sourcing partners and processes.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent work experience) in Electrical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering.
- Five years technical experience in the electronics industry is a plus.
- Must be a US person (US Citizen or Permanent Resident - Green Card Holder).
- Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
- Knowledge of Quality System standards (AS9100, ISO9001, etc.).
- SPC and Continuous Improvement/Lean Manufacturing knowledge are a plus.
- Ability to effectively communicate with Supply Chain and Engineering on supplier technical/quality issues.
- Excellent communications skills, verbal and written.
- Ability to diplomatically work with other departments and communicate effectively with all levels of the organization.