Supplier Quality Engineer

2 Years – On Site – Full-Time

Envision Technology, an innovative small business providing advanced electro-optical solutions for defense applications, seeks a Supplier Quality Engineer with a strong mechanical background. The Supplier Quality Engineer is responsible for ensuring the quality and compliance of products and services provided by external suppliers. This role plays a critical part in maintaining the high standards of our organization and mitigating risks associated with the supply chain.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough assessments of potential suppliers, including on-site audits, to evaluate their quality systems, manufacturing processes, and overall capabilities.

• Analyze supplier performance data to identify areas for improvement and make informed decisions regarding supplier selection and qualification.

• Collaborate with suppliers to identify and implement corrective and preventive actions to address quality issues.

• Provide technical guidance and support to suppliers to improve their quality systems and processes.

• Conduct training programs for suppliers on quality requirements, industry standards, and best practices.

• Monitor supplier performance through regular inspections, audits, and reviews of incoming materials.

• Investigate and resolve quality issues related to supplier-provided products or services.

• Implement and maintain effective quality control systems for incoming materials, including receiving inspection, sampling plans, and testing procedures.

• Identify and assess potential quality risks associated with the supply chain.

• Develop and implement strategies to mitigate supply chain risks, such as supplier diversification and contingency planning.

• Continuously seek opportunities to improve supplier quality and performance.

• Drive process improvements within the supplier quality function to increase efficiency and effectiveness.

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all supplier quality activities, including audits, inspections, and corrective actions.

• Maintain Supplier Scorecards

• Other production tasks as assigned.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.

• 5 years of experience in Supplier Quality Engineering or a related field.

• Strong understanding of quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001).

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with suppliers and internal stakeholders.

• Experience with conducting root cause analysis and implementing corrective and preventive actions.

• Experience in a manufacturing environment, preferred.

• Strong knowledge, interpretation, and implementation of GD&T, preferred.

• Experience with Interferometric experience, preferred.

• Ability to move up to 25 pounds.

 

 

 

 

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