SUPPLIER QUALITY ENGINEER

The successful candidate will have ownership, accountability and responsibility for the management of all Quality related activity with Supplier Quality Assurance in the Barcelona Plant. The focus will be on implementing a robust Quality preventative program with Suppliers across all associated quality assurance processes as well as new product development activities (Design for Supplier Succes, PPAP,…) proofing the product build at source and validation of all critical processes at source. The role will include managing Quality product sourced and process issues on a timely basis, identification of root cause, corrective action, and the implementation of identified solutions with control plans. This role will be a key member of the Plant Quality team and will work closely with the Operations team, Product Group lead, Training instructor, PDI, Design Engineering, Manufacturing Engineer, Supplier Quality Team, and Customer facing Quality team. This role will also be responsible for setting and achieving all the Supplier Quality related Product and Process KPIs, ensuring that the product is meeting the design requirements and associated ICQ metrics. This position will report to the Barcelona Quality Manager. Core Duties & Responsibilities: Supplier validation of all potential Quality related Product and Process potential issues, through DFMEA, PFMEA and associated control plans. Managing the Validation at source of all key Supplier processes with the focus on early identification and instant response when potential issues are identified. Management of associated Quality metrics, setting continuous improvement goals and objectives, reporting status through the various review processes, such as Daily Gemba, Mission Control, MDI, PDE. Manage all Supplier Quality related Corrective Actions and ensure that all issues are closed in a timely manner. Manage with supplier: PPAP, Supplier Deviation request (SDR) and Supplier Product Deviation Request (SPDCR). Lead, maintain and present Supplier MDI Board. Lead plant representation at Supplier Monthly Quality meeting. Manage Feedback performance at various stages of the process, to suppliers, design team, quality teams, and the operations team, leading to performance improvements when required. Monitor A&B warranty claims to identify and resolve Customer issues promptly that are caused by suppliers. Analyze production data, product and process verification steps, complete problem break-down and analysis when required. Record and Report daily issues during the daily Gemba walks, MDI reviews, managing A3’s when required and specifically affected by Supplier issues. Maintain accurate records of all actions taken, Corrective Action, Engineering changes, process changes to ensure accurate data and traceability per Serial Number is maintained. Supplier facing activity and customer facing activity if required. Ensure that all Product and Process areas of responsibility meet the required criteria and standards, such as ISO standards, Supplier audits. Demonstrate a strong engineering and technical knowledge, both on product and systems knowledge, such as ProE, Windchill, utilizing this to make timely and accurate decisions that will result in Product and process improvements that meet customer expectations and requirements. Qualifications & Experience: Degree in Engineering with 5 years engineering experience in Quality, Supplier Quality, Manufacturing or Design Engineering is essential. Strong Product and Process knowledge. Strong competence in data analysis, root cause analysis, and the timely implementation of corrective action Key Competencies and Success Factors: Demonstrates sound Product and Process knowledge, with experience in Quality Assurance Techniques, principles and practices. Strong Technical product knowledge and experience Hands-on approach to Problem Solving. Anticipates process breakdowns and proactively implements appropriate corrective actions. Creatively and collaboratively solves Quality problems. Trouble shoots quickly and acts in the face of uncertainty or with difficult choices. Strong interpersonal, communication and team leadership skills - operating in a production environment across all functions. Has the ability to focus on Product and Process validation, use PFMEA to identify robust Control Plans. Identifies assembly vulnerabilities, pinpoints critical implications, and allocates resources to minimize risk of inferior quality or line stoppages. Possess good organizational skills with ability to work on multiple priorities simultaneously. Strives for continuous improvements, sets realistic stretch objectives and empowers the team to achieve. Responds enthusiastically and with a great sense of urgency to all potential issues that can impact internal and external customers. Possess the ability to direct and influence non direct reports, piers, and business leaders across the entire business.