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Shure Incorporated · 1 week ago

Engineer Sr, Supplier Quality

Niles, IL

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$99K/yr - $158K/yr

5+ years exp

Shure Incorporated is a leading global manufacturer of audio equipment known for quality, reliability, and durability. They are seeking a Senior Supplier Quality Engineer to ensure exceptional quality from concept through launch by partnering with cross-functional teams and leading supplier quality efforts for various partners.

Consumer ElectronicsElectronicsManufacturingProduct DesignWireless

Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

Responsibilities

Responsible for qualifying suppliers, purchased components and products for sale including validation of supplier processes and evaluation of required characteristics / specifications according to Shure standards

Ensures that suppliers deliver parts, products, materials, and services by developing production part approval package requirements, creating, or modifying inspection instructions, coordinating the evaluation and disposition of suspect material, and obtaining documented root cause analysis and supplier corrective/preventative actions for non-conforming material through Shure’s SCAR system as appropriate

Represent supplier quality interests by actively participating in product development and commodity teams, including the supplier selection and evaluation process

Participate in product design & drawing reviews acting as the voice of the supplier with design engineering, metrology engineering, and purchasing. Actively participates in Shure’s DFM process with suppliers

Evaluate suppliers on an ongoing basis, assessing their overall capability and performance. Provide feedback internally and directly to the suppliers. Assist suppliers and internal teams in resolving performance or supply issues with purchased components

Aid suppliers in the use of quality improvement tools such as root cause and corrective/preventative action the 8D process, control plans, cause and effect diagrams, statistical analysis (including capability studies and SPC), error proofing, and GR&R to drive performance improvement

Apply a data driven mindset by supporting engineering judgement with evidence and appropriate data analysis

Facilitate technical communication between Shure and JDM teams, resolving quality issues and aligning on specifications

Participate in the development and communication of the quality division’s best practices, methodologies, and continuous improvement activities

Perform system and process audits on site at suppliers (or virtually as necessary) according to Shure supplier quality audit standards

Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams including product development, purchasing, manufacturing, and quality to drive alignment and foster a culture of process compliance and continuous improvement in JDM supplier quality management. Evaluate parts in a hands-on manner, including participation in pre-production product development builds and on-site at suppliers

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Supplier Quality ManagementQuality EngineeringData AnalysisASQ CertificationAuditing SkillsMulti-taskingWindows ApplicationsCommunication SkillsProject Management

Required

Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial, Quality Engineering or similar engineering degrees

A minimum of 5 years in quality engineering, preferably with JDM and/or ODM partners

Experience with contract manufacturers (JDM/ODM/CEM) collaboration models and managing remote supplier relationships

Demonstrated ability working on complex assignments that include independently managing projects involving additional associates from within and outside supplier quality

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Ability to multi-task and set priorities based on Shure's business needs with guidance from management

Adept at using Windows based applications such as Teams, Word, and Excel

Ability work on problems of diverse scope using data analysis and various problem-solving tools

Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed (~15% average)

Applicants for this position must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis