Supplier Quality Engineer

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Job Title:

Supplier Quality Engineer

Pay Grade:

T2

Job Description:

Key Responsibilities

• Functions as a liaison between Purchasing, Engineering, Operations, and suppliers to resolve supplier quality issues and to provide technical support. 
• Supports investigation of supplier quality problems and coordinates implementation of effective and timely resolutions.
• Communicates supplier part quality issues. 
• Coordinates containment activities to minimize supplied part quality impact to the plants.  
• Provides, as needed, support for formal 8D containment, root cause, and corrective action documentation. Coordinate supplier scheduling of formal 8D report outs either at Allison or via teleconference. (Note: 8D is a standard automotive industry problem solving methodology)
• Ensures required supplier quality documentation is organized and retained according to corporate guidelines.
• Reviews and audits supplier manufacturing processes and quality systems. Summarizes, reports, and presents audit results. 
• Assists in the implementation and monitoring of advanced quality planning with selected future product suppliers, as required.  
• Validates supplier design of product and processes utilizing the automotive standard, AIAG PPAP process (Automotive Industry Action Group Production Part Approval Process). Implements and monitors part conformance. 
• Improves quality performance of supplier by conducting workshops at supplier locations, providing technical assistance in developing a quality system, or other technical support required.  
• Posts, calculates, and analyzes routine statistical data. 
• Manages ongoing relationships and resolves conflicts as needed.  
• Adheres to corporate purchasing policies and procedures. 
• Assures accurate and timely records are maintained within various systems, including Supplier Quality Notifications (SQN), SAP ERP, and online Production Part Approval Process (PPAP).
• Maintains a physical presence in the workplace. 

Key Performance Measures

• Safety
• Productivity
• Quality
• Responsiveness
• Cost

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.

• Oral and written communication skills. Ability to communicate orally and in written format in cross-functional environments.
• Knowledge of statistical quality control techniques.
• Knowledge of manufacturing and assembly plant processes.
• Knowledge of gaging techniques. 
• Proficient interpersonal skills to work effectively with others.

• Knowledge of geometric design and tolerancing (GD&T).
• Relatively high level of analytical ability where problems are complex.
• Collaboration in a variety of work settings. 
• Familiar with a variety of Purchasing / Global Supply Chain concepts. 
• Wide degree of creativity and latitude. 

• Knowledge of AIAG standards. 
• Ability to organize, plan, document tasks, and prioritize work.

• Preferred Certifications:
  • Certified Quality Analyst (CQA) 
  • ASQ certified Quality Engineer (CQE) 
  • Certified Six Sigma Black Belt 
  • Certified Six Sigma Green Belt

Experience

• 3 or more years of experience in the field or in a related area.

Scope

• Manages assignments and workload with a reasonable level of autonomy; daily tasks are typically self-directed and associated priorities are generally self-determined. 
• Performs a variety of complex tasks, with a reasonable scope of work and span of control expected of an individual at this career level.

Travel Requirements

• More than 50%

Primary Location:

Indianapolis, IN

Additional Locations:

Allison Transmission is an equal opportunity employer. We have opportunities for all qualified applicants regardless of age, race, color, sex, religion, creed, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status.

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