Lead Supplier Quality Engineering Specialist
Core
Lead supplier quality engineering to ensure and improve the quality of supplier-manufactured materials for assigned commodities and plant areas.
Role type
Lead Supplier Quality Engineering Specialist
Builds
Supplier qualification programs, corrective action plans, and quality improvement initiatives for rail equipment components.
Domain
Rail transportation equipment manufacturing and supply chain quality
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
supplier qualification, root cause analysis, corrective action management, supplier audits, cost recovery (COPQ), project management, statistical analysis, Six Sigma, PPAP/APQP processes, ISO/IRIS/AAR standards knowledge, HVAC/electro-mechanical systems experience, training delivery
Preferred skills
Mechanical/Industrial Engineering degree, leadership, cross-functional collaboration, travel for audits
Technologies
SPC, 8D, PPAP, PFD, P-FMEA, FAI, control plan, Gantt chart
Responsibilities
Drive supplier selection and part qualification through audits and APQP/PPAP processes; Lead containment of supplier quality escapes and root cause analysis; Monitor supplier performance to drive defect reduction; Provide training to suppliers on quality tools and project management; Own supplier audits and drive improvement plans; Drive effective cost recovery from suppliers for COPQ.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities
