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Day & Zimmermann · 3 hours ago

Supplier Quality Engineer

Texarkana, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$81K/yr - $121K/yr

5+ years exp

Day & Zimmermann is a trusted premier manufacturer of ammunition to the U.S. Military, with a commitment to quality and operational excellence. They are seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to ensure suppliers deliver high-quality products and services, monitor supplier performance, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

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H1B Sponsor Likely

Hiring Manager

Fantasia Jacobs-Fuller

Responsibilities

Conduct supplier quality audits to assess new and potential Supplier process capabilities, Quality System compliance and risk. Evaluate application of SPC or other statistical techniques for products manufactured for LS/KS

Implement and manage a supplier corrective action program that will assure timely response times and effective Root Cause Corrective Actions to open issues and concerns

Utilize a Supplier development program to assure that Day & Zimmermann receives quality products on time, every time, cost effectively. Coordinate with Suppliers to ensure they understand product/service requirements, inspection techniques and documentation expectations

Where applicable, collaborate with suppliers on timely submittal of product qualification plans (FAAT) and CDRL items

Provide guidance to Receiving Inspection on inspection techniques and supplier documentation review. Work with the Purchasing department to assure a streamlined method to prevent defective products and incomplete/incorrect documentation

Support/create a supplier quality rating system that will effectively monitor and measure supplier performance

Qualification

Supplier Quality AuditsRoot Cause AnalysisStatistical Process ControlSupplier Development ProgramISO 9001 AuditorQuality System ComplianceContinuous ImprovementTechnical SpecificationsCommunication SkillsTeam CollaborationProblem SolvingDocumentation Review

Required

Bachelor's Degree Required

5 years minimum experience

Demonstrates a fundamental understanding of Supply Chain Management and risk management

Capable of reviewing supplier agreements or contracts and effectively communicating expectations to the supplier

Capable of identifying and evaluating risks in supplier systems, processes, and documentation, and initiating prevention techniques

Able to recognize risks related to on-time delivery and quality, and coordinate with Purchasing and the Supplier on risk mitigation strategies

Experienced in analyzing supplier quality tools and in developing verification/validation plans, including assessing the effectiveness of mitigation activities

Provides guidance to suppliers on the use of SPC and other statistical tools to maintain process control

Able to interpret technical specifications and drawings, assess supplier capabilities, collaborate with suppliers both verbally and in writing, develop process and product qualification plans, and participate in validation requirement discussions

Competent in assessing nonconforming products, processes, or services; evaluating root cause analyses; and working collaboratively with suppliers to implement corrective and preventive actions that drive continuous improvement

Preferred

Preferred degrees include STEM curriculum preferably Industrial Technology, Industrial Engineering or Mechanical Engineering

ASQ: CQE Preferred or Certified Supplier Quality Professional (CSQP) preferred

ISO 9001 - Auditor Level, Experience with munitions in a manufacturing environment working with metal fabrication

Benefits

Medical/Rx

Dental and vision coverage

Life, AD&D and disability insurance

Flexible spending accounts

100% paid maternity leave for up to 12 weeks

Parental leave

Family leave

Other paid time off

Voluntary benefits and discount programs to meet our employees individual needs including pet insurance for our furry family members

Company

Day & Zimmermann

Glassdoor3.6

Day & Zimmermann specializes in construction & engineering, staffing, and defense solutions for corporations and governments.

Founded in 1901

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA

10001+ employees

http://dayzim.com/

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