Quality / Supplier Development Engineer

Summary: This position is responsible for ebm-papst’s supplier development program. Specifically focused on supplier management that includes supplier approval, corrective actions, part approvals and auditing.

Essential Function of the Job: The essential functions of this job require the person, with or without reasonable accommodations, to perform the following:

• Conduct supplier audits for new suppliers and the existing supplier base.
• Collaborate with the purchasing department in selecting, onboarding and developing new suppliers.
• Monitor supplier’s performance to evaluate quality and on time delivery.
• Develop, assign and monitor Key Process Indicators (KPIs) related to delivery performance, quality and capacity.
• Develop and coordinate supplier development programs for improvement and cost reductions.
• Report supplier performance to management.
• Analyze supplier’s production processes to determine if capacity and quality standards can be achieved.
• Coordinate the Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) on supplier parts.
• Review and understand Control Plans (CP) and Process Failure Modes Effects Analysis (PFMEA) documents.
• Work closely with the plant quality department and the purchasing department to escalate issues regarding quality and delivery performance. Ensure supplier corrective actions are completed in a timely manner and verify their effectiveness.
• Provide support to all departments in regards to supplier issues.
• Use the following software programs when performing this job: MAC-PAC, Order Processing, Visio, Inventory systems, Design, Internet, Project Management, Microsoft Word, Access and Excel.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Recommended Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering and minimum four years related experience
• Supply chain development skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Desire to work in a collaborative team towards a common purpose
• Flexibility and preparedness to travel with short notice
• Knowledge and understanding of ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 including auditing.
• Knowledge of VDA 6.0 is a plus

All Employees are expected to:

• Follow the Employee Handbook policies and procedures and uphold organizational values.
• Contribute to building a positive work environment.
• Report for work consistently and on time.
• Report to supervision conditions or practices that are unsafe to ebm-papst and its employees.