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Nextracker Inc. · 1 day ago

Supplier Quality Engineer - Equipment & Machines

Nashville, TN

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

Nextracker Inc. is driving the global energy transition with an integrated clean energy technology platform. They are seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to audit and manage supplier quality processes, provide guidance to suppliers, and ensure compliance with quality standards in the manufacturing of solar photovoltaic products.

Renewables & Environment

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Audit new suppliers and make recommendations of whether we do business with them, based on the level of risk

Document audit results via a professional report that can be shared with financing partners

Provide guidance and support to suppliers to implement robust quality processes into their factory

Supporting supplier quality for electrical balance of systems (eBOS) for solar photovoltaic products

Knowledge of products such as wiring, over molding, combiner boxes, disconnect switches, etc

Complete Quality requirements input into PPAPs, Critical Dimensions or aspects on prints, Inspection check sheet preparation, Measuring system plans, FAI process instructions and completion, MSA, Pre-production plan, production ramp up plan and sample inspections, Inline critical dimension/aspect checks, self-certification of suppliers

Be responsible for the specification and validation of inspection tools and gages for suppliers

Take ownership of and develop technical process improvement strategies at supplier facilities backed up by SPC data (Cp, CpK, P Chart, Xbar, etc.) to ensure compliance

Monitor key performance indicators for supplier quality, such as early life failures, DPPMs, and RMA rate

Own supplier performance results by monitoring, driving, and optimizing Inspection frequency based on DPPM outcome to ensure supplier quality compliance

Lead solving critical supplier quality issues. For example, when a supplier produces a product that does not meet Nextpower standards, deploys to a project site and lead root cause/corrective action activity

Manage timely resolution of supplier failure, corrective actions and preventive actions and drive their resolution through regularly set meetings with suppliers

Guide and mentor suppliers on how to improve their quality over time

Implement the supplier scorecard to measure ongoing supplier performance

Own and drive the relationship between NX and suppliers relating to quality performance, trends, and all corrective actions

Qualification

Supplier Quality best practicesQuality engineering experienceSPC tools (Minitab)ISO 9001 QMS auditingHeavy Machinery experienceGD&T tolerancingAQL inspectionAnalytical skillsProblem solving techniquesProject management skillsInterpersonal skillsCreativity

Required

Experience working with Heavy Machinery and Equipment

Bachelor's degree in quality/manufacturing engineering in a related industry experience required

2+ years of experience in quality engineering in a related industry required

A self-starter and a passion for making a real difference in a fast-growing company and industry

Ability to multi-task and support requests from multiple internal and external requestors

An intimate understanding of Supplier Quality best practices

Analytical skills using Excel and SPC tools (Minitab, etc)

Versed in problem solving techniques

Experience in auditing manufacturing facilities, or processes in accordance with ISO 9001 QMS

Knowledge about GD&T tolerancing, AQL inspection, Zero defects philosophy

Excellent judgment and creative problem-solving skills

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Able to work under pressure, tight deadlines, and resourcefulness in solving problems

Strong project management, organizational skills, and keen attention to detail

The ability to generate new ideas and follow through to completion

Exceptional written, oral, interpersonal and presentations skills

Excellent people skills, an upbeat and enthusiastic attitude

Self-Driven, self-motivated and making responsible decisions

Ability to effectively interface with senior management and staff

Superior professionalism, judgment, and strong work ethic

Great team players and able to adapt to work in multi-cultural environment with different departments

Benefits

Full range of medical, dental, and vision plans

Life Insurance

Short-term and Long-term Disability

Matching 401(k) Contributions

Vacation and Paid Sick Time

Tuition Reimbursement

Company

Nextracker Inc.

Nextpower™ (formerly Nextracker) designs, engineers, and delivers an advanced energy technology platform for solar power plants, innovating across structural, electrical, and digital domains.

Founded in 2013

Fremont, CA, US

1001-5000 employees

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