Supplier Quality Engineer

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

📋 Description

• Cultivate and sustain collaborative partnerships with external suppliers, customers, and internal stakeholders such as Purchasing, Manufacturing, Engineering, and Supply Chain to enhance supplier quality and business results.

• Assist in supplier quality planning initiatives utilizing APQP, AIAG Core Tools, and Cummins quality methodologies.

• Assess and enhance supplier manufacturing processes to improve process capability, product quality, manufacturability, and operational efficiency.

• Engage in supplier quality audits and, when qualified, conduct low-complexity supplier audits.

• Examine supplier quality concerns, support root cause analysis, implement corrective and preventive measures, and validate the effectiveness of solutions.

• Track supplier quality performance and analyze quality metrics to detect trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.

• Aid in supplier development efforts to enhance manufacturing capabilities, minimize defects, improve process stability, and achieve Zero Defect performance.

• Utilize PPAP, DFMEA, PFMEA, Control Plans, SPC, MSA, and Source Release to confirm supplier processes and production readiness.

• Take part in quality planning and supplier performance enhancement projects across designated suppliers, commodities, or product segments.

• Support new product introduction efforts by ensuring supplier preparedness, process validation, and adherence to requirements.

• Propel continuous improvement through Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, statistical analysis, and data-informed decision-making.

• Ensure supplier adherence to quality standards, regulatory obligations, and Cummins quality expectations.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical or scientific discipline is mandatory.

• Relevant experience in Supplier Quality Engineering, Quality Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Supplier Development, or a comparable technical field.

• Proficient understanding of supplier quality management principles and manufacturing processes.

• Experience with APQP and AIAG Core Tools including PPAP, DFMEA, PFMEA, Control Plans, SPC, and MSA.

• Familiarity with quality management systems and standards, including ISO 9001:2015 and IATF 16949.

• Experience in participating in or conducting supplier quality audits.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, utilizing structured root cause analysis techniques.

• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, and GD&T requirements.

• Knowledge of manufacturing technologies, process validation, and measurement systems.

• Experience employing statistical methods to assess process performance and bolster quality improvement efforts.

• Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management abilities, with the capacity to influence cross-functional teams and external suppliers.

• Capacity to manage multiple priorities and contribute effectively in a dynamic, global organization.

• Professional certifications in Quality, Lean, Six Sigma, or Supplier Quality are preferred.

• Quality Auditor or Lead Auditor certification is a plus.

• The role may necessitate licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.

• Experience in aftermarket services, remanufacturing, transformation projects, and managing supply chain quality across the value chain is preferred.

• Experience in a manufacturing, automotive, industrial, or heavy equipment environment is advantageous.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.

• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

• Flexible work arrangements and a supportive work environment.