Supplier Quality Engineer

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Benefits:

The below list features some of the benefits currently available. Eligibility may be subject to the terms and conditions of governing documents and available benefits may be subject to change at the companys discretion.

• Choice of medical plans with prescription coverage

• Employer HSA contribution

• Dental & Vision Insurance

• Paid Parental Leave

• Short & Long-Term Disability

• Other voluntary benefits including: Critical Illness Hospital Indemnity Identity Theft Protection and Pet Insurance

• 401K with generous Company match & contribution

• Accrued Paid Time Off

• 12 Paid Holidays 1 Floating Holiday

• Robust employee wellness program

• Tuition assistance program

Job Description:

Key Responsibilities

• Offers supportas a liaison between Purchasing Engineering Operationsand suppliers to resolve supplier quality issues and to provide technical support.
• Supportsinvestigation of supplier quality problems and coordinatesimplementation of effective and timely resolutions.
• Communicatessupplier part quality issues.
• Coordinatescontainment activities to minimize supplied part quality impact to the plants.
• Providesas neededsupport for formal 8Dcontainment root causeand corrective action scheduling of formal 8D report outs either at Allison or via teleconference.(Note: 8D is a standard automotive industry problem solving methodology)
• Ensuresrequired supplier quality documentation is organized and retained according to corporate guidelines.
• Reviewsand auditssupplier manufacturing processes and quality reportsand presentsaudit results.
• Assistsin the implementation and monitoring of advanced quality planning with selected future product suppliers as required.
• Validatessupplier design of product and processes utilizing theautomotive standardAIAG PPAP process(Automotive Industry Action Group Production Part Approval Process). Implementsand monitorspart conformance.
• Improvesquality 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 analyzesroutine statistical data.
• Managesongoing relationships and resolvesconflicts as needed.
• Adherestocorporate purchasing policies and procedures.
• Assuresaccurate and timely recordsare maintainedwithinvarious systems includingSupplier Quality Notifications (SQN) SAPERPand onlineProduction Part Approval Process (PPAP).
• Maintains a physical presence in the workplace.

Key Performance Measures

• Safety
• Productivity
• Quality
• Responsiveness
• Cost

Qualifications

• Bachelors 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
  • CertifiedSix Sigma Green Belt

Experience

• 0-2 or more years of experience in the field or in a related area.

Scope

• Manages assignments and workload with a reasonable levelof 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 entry-level position.

Travel Requirements

• Up to 50%

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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