Supplier Excellence & Readiness Assessment Specialist, Quality Systems

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Canada.

📋 Description

• Perform on-site evaluations of suppliers' quality management systems and process controls.

• Analyze quality systems, procedures, controls, performance metrics, and record management practices.

• Examine CAPA processes, methodologies for root cause investigations, and the efficacy of corrective actions.

• Review systems for traceability, inspection methods, testing programs, calibration protocols, and controls for nonconforming materials.

• Assess PFMEA processes, control plans, process flows, standard operating procedures, and practices related to change management.

• Validate the consistency between documented quality systems and their execution on the shop floor.

• Identify recurring defects, systemic quality risks, and weaknesses in controls.

• Evaluate audit programs, processes for management reviews, and the deployment of quality objectives.

• Assist in supplier development efforts and follow up on corrective actions.

• Offer evidence-based recommendations to enhance quality systems.

• Contribute quality insights to overall supplier readiness assessments and risk evaluations.

• Clearly communicate assessment results to suppliers and internal stakeholders.

⛳️ Requirements

• Over 7 years of experience in Supplier Quality, Quality Engineering, Manufacturing Quality, Quality Systems, or Operational Excellence; over 10 years preferred.

• Profound knowledge of Quality Management Systems, CAPA, root cause analysis, containment strategies, and traceability processes.

• Experience in evaluating supplier quality systems and conducting assessments or audits of suppliers.

• Strong understanding of PFMEA, control plans, process controls, and preventive quality methodologies.

• Capability to differentiate between documented quality systems and actual operational performance.

• Familiarity with ISO 9001, IATF 16949, AS9100, or similar quality standards.

• Background in complex manufacturing settings.

• Excellent investigative, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.

• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.

• Willingness to travel up to 50%.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package with immediate eligibility.

• Paid holidays and vacation time.

• Registered pension plan with a generous company match.

• An inclusive workplace culture that values and empowers its team members.

• On-the-job training within a continuous learning environment.

• Opportunities for advancement within our family of companies.