Supplier Quality Engineer Letterkenny
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Job Location:
Letterkenny - Ireland
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
14 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Vertiv in Letterkenny Ireland is dedicated to the design build and distribution of Modular Datacentre modules. We are complemented by our factories in Burnfoot and Derry who supply switchgear/busbar directly.
We manufacture complete distribution systems including MV and LV switchgear busbar trunking energy management systems and modular power solutions. All manufacturing processes are carried out in-house including sheet metal fabrication paintwork punching pressing and bending copper & aluminium.
In order to continue with our mission to become of becoming a high performance oranisation delivering world class excellence we are seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to join the team in Letterkenny.
POSITION SUMMARY
TheSupplier Quality Engineerdevelops evaluates and improves the Vertiv product supplier base through Quality system and product process audits. TheSupplier Quality Engineer is responsible for maintaining working relationships with suppliers to ensure the highest quality possible of purchased components / materials with a focus on continuous improvement. TheSupplier Quality Engineerestablishes quality targets and goals to include quality cost reduction warranty reduction and overall supplier rating.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Monitor and resolve supplier process control performance issues by developing robust quality control plans and implementing sustainable corrective actions.
- Drive permanent resolution of supplier issues reported by Vertiv plants and by Customers.
- Initiate and lead supplier performance improvement by partnering with supplier to identify understand and abate issues for New Product Introduction First Article Inspection (FAI) and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) as well as Mass Production.
- Lead and own PPAP requirements associated with a change. Complete risk assessments for supplier led changes.
- Lead problem definition and reactive problem solving through containment identification of root cause and corrective action with Supplier Corrective Action Report (SCAR).
- Develop 8D and supplier reports on reported issues. Communicate internally and externally on outcomes of investigations. Work with internal teams including Engineering Service Manufacturing / Operations Sales Offering Management and Plants Quality to resolve quality issues impacting Vertiv plant and customers.
- Ability to simplify complex information and concisely prepare both verbal and written executive summaries toLeadership Team.
- Perform supplier on-site audits to monitor supplier Quality Management System (QMS) compliance and effectiveness using Vertiv manufacturing site assessment process.
- Identify areas for cost reduction across assigned supplier base including internal supplier process quality improvements.
- Visit Suppliers to proactively review Vertiv product manufacturing and document improvement needs. Visit suppliers to understand the nature of the issue and get definite corrective action initiated in the organization.
- Evaluate potential new suppliers by conducting on-site audits and scoring of Quality Management System.
- Monthly reporting and status updates to management on Supplier performance andvarious quality initiatives to business management.
- Supports the execution and maintenance of an ISO 9001 certifiedQuality Management System.
- Support Vertiv manufacturing sites on supplier quality related issues.
- Other responsibilities may be assigned from time to time as needed based on the evolution of the company and the requirements of the department/position
- Promote Vertiv quality standards right first- time approach and zero-defect culture and best practice.
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Job Qualifications:
- 1-3 years of experience in a Supplier Quality Engineer role or related field.
- Experienced with problem solving tools and Quality core tools (i.e. 8-D A3 5- Whys DOE SCAR Fishbone Pareto Six Sigma ISIR/FAI PPAP).
- Can manage multiple tasks based on priority difficulty and severity.
Preferred Qualifications:
- 3-5 years of experience in a Supplier Quality Engineer role or related field.
- Knowledge of metal fabrication machining welding electrical components wiring looms.
- Process auditing experience.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Frequent Standing
ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS
- Working in a manufacturing environment around machinery and equipment
- Protective Equipment Required (safety shoes eyewear earplugs gloves etc. where required)
TRAVEL TIME REQUIRED
- 25 to 50%
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Key Skills
- Project / Program Management
- Change Management
- Succession Planning
- Procurement
- Program Management
- ISO 9001
- Lean Six Sigma
- Quality Systems
- Quality Management
- Supplier Management
- HACCP
- As9100
About Company
Work Authorization No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need s ... View more
