Supplier Quality Engineer

Primary Job Location: Elmira, NY

Employment Format: Full Time/On site

Position Overview: The SQA Engineer is responsible for maintaining smooth operations at equipment and material supplier facilities. They are adept at identifying and solving problems and possess solid communication and managerial skills.

Responsibilities:

· Responsible for investigating, analyzing, and solving issue in quality, production and control at a supplier facilities.

· Perform video calls with suppliers to explain company6 requirements for alignment in advance of supplier audits/visits.

· Performs supplier audits and creates associated reports for both general QMS (Quality Management System) and special processes.

· Provides approval for supplier homologation when auditing new suppliers and/or special process suppliers.

· Represents sourcing and procurement in projects, acts as an active member on the project teams and interfaces and collaborates closely with related project sub-functions like engineering, industrial planning, project planning etc. to achieve common procurement and project objectives.

· Performs FAIs (First Article Inspections) and source inspections at supplier facilities and creates associated reports.

· Participates is supplier selection.

· Participates in technical project reviews to orient and influence technical decisions according to global cost of purchase and risk evaluation considerations.

· Manages implementation and tracking for supplier FMIs (Field Modification Installation)

· Performs weekly MRB (Material Review Board) to drive non-conformances (NCR) to closure.

· Creates/reviews MQRs (material quality reports), shares reports with suppliers, and drives corrective action to prevent repeat issues on future deliveries

· Participates/assists with receiving inspection area management

· Works within the company ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) system

Qualifications:

Required:

· Bachelor Degree in Engineering, Procurement, or related field required or equivalent experience in a US military branch

· Possess an understanding for RCCA (Root Cause Corrective Action) Analysis

· Strong skills in supplier and customer relations as well as management

· Strong technical skills for creating reports

· Microsoft Software suite, specifically Excel knowledge

· At least five years of professional experience with preferably one supply chain function (procurement, sourcing, and quality)

· Strong knowledge of Supply Chain (Sourcing, Procurement & Logistics) processes and best practices

· Analytical skills and strong planning skills

· Ability to build up constructive relationships, resilience and focus, influencing, networking, strong communication skills both oral and written

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills

· Adequate presentation, negotiation, organizational and time management skills with the ability to work autonomously and creatively

· Strong work ethic

· Positive attitude with a company driven focus

Recommended:

· Knowledge about related engineering functions and processes preferred

· Exposure to project and contract management desired

Benefits: Available benefits to be discussed during the interview

Notes:

• Salary: $70,000 - $85,000

• Follow all safety requirements of company, project, and relevant authorities including, wearing of appropriate PPE, attending training, and following procedures

• This position does not support immigration sponsorship

• We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status.

• We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, CM Access, and MOUNTAIN, LTD., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.