DescriptionPrimary Duties & Responsibilities
- Supplier Quality Management: Evaluate and qualify new suppliers through on-site audits assessments and capability studies; Ensure suppliers comply with industry standards (e.g. ISO 9001 ASME MIL etc.) and internal quality requirements; Develop and monitor supplier quality metrics such as LAR RPPM.
- Supplier Development: Identify opportunities to improve supplier performance and lead continuous improvement initiatives; Partner with suppliers to resolve technical issues and improve process capabilities; Implement supplier development programs focused on Lean Six Sigma and advanced quality planning.
- Product and Process Validation: Lead FAIR submissions for new components or engineering changes; Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions using tools like 8D 5-Whys and Fishbone; Collaborate with Engineers and Commodity Managers during product development and design for excellence (DFM DFC DFSC DFQ etc.)
- Technical Expertise: Review technical drawings GD&T and mechanical specifications to ensure supplier compliance; Understand manufacturing processes such as CNC machining casting forging welding and surface treatments; Conduct capability studies (Cp Cpk) gauge R&R and PFMEA reviews with suppliers.
- Cross-functional Collaboration: Work with internal teams including Engineering Manufacturing Quality and Procurement to align on supplier strategies. Support new product introductions (NPI) by ensuring timely supplier readiness and delivery.
Education & Experience
- 7 years of related experience and a Bachelors degree; or 5 years and a Masters degree. Major in Mechanical Engineering Material Engineering or related field.
- Hands-on experience with mechanical components and precision manufacturing processes.
Skills
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings (GD&T knowledge required).
- Experienced in supplier quality engineering or supplier development engineering.
- Good knowledge in quality and industry standard like ISO9001 ASME MIL and relevant standard.
- Proficient in quality and engineering tools/methods like 8D CoQ FMEA 6Sigma Deming Cycle. ASQ CSSGB CSSBB CSQP certification is a plus.
- Excellent communication negotiation and project management skills.
- Proficient in working with MS office. Working experience in Power BI and/or Oracle Agile Product Lifecyle Management sys-tem is a plus.
- Understanding of electronic components (General ICs resistor capacitor ferrite bead etc) is a plus.
- Fluent in spoken and written English. .
Working Conditions
- Approximately 30% of travel both domestic and/or international to suppliers and internal plants is required.
CultureCommitment
Ensure adherence to companys values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:
Integrity Create an Environment of Trust
Collaboration Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas
Accountability Own the Process and the Outcome
Respect Recognize the Value in Everyone
Enthusiasm Find a Sense of Purpose in Work
Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex gender identity sexual orientation race color religion national origin disability protected Veteran status age or any other characteristic protected by law.
Required Experience:
Senior IC