Parker Hannifin · 7 hours ago
Supplier Quality Engineer
Irvine, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$87K/yr - $145K/yr
2+ years expParker Hannifin is a leading company in the aerospace sector, seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to improve supplier capabilities and ensure compliance with contractual obligations. The role involves problem-solving, supplier improvement initiatives, and overseeing quality management systems to maintain high-quality standards in supplier performance.
HardwareIndustrial ManufacturingManufacturing
Responsibilities
Supplier Improvement
In depth problem solving and root cause corrective action for quality and when requested, delivery issues. Seeks feedback from suppliers to drive continuous improvement of quality systems and processes
Zero Defect Implementation, Growth and Sustainment
Facilitate on-site supplier Zero Defect initiation and penetration to promote supplier predictability
Supplier Pre-qualification/qualification
Evaluating a supplier's quality management, organizational structure, quality capacity, capability and other factors before initial work placement or work transfer
New Product Development - Participating with cross-functional teams to develop new products or changes to existing products
Ensuring Process Parameters are Understood- Working with suppliers and Parker Engineering teams to define and communicate product/process parameters to help suppliers meet product requirements. Supports processes to manage risk through supplier engagement
Customer/Product Qualification/Approvals
Completing or managing the completion of source inspections, supplier first article inspection reports, PPAP’s or facilitating customer work transfer approvals
Supports supplier work transfer by supporting Supply Chain Work Transfer High Performance Teams as directed
Quality Management System Oversight Audits - In cases where suppliers do not have an AS9100 registered QMS, audits must be performed to ensure suppliers comply with Parker quality standards and regulatory requirements
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in related Engineering or a technical field
Thorough knowledge of AS9100, Nadcap, APQP/PPAP processes
Experience with aerospace Zero Defect concepts
Effectively solve problems, assess and implement continuous improvement techniques, use business application software and/or specialized data analysis tools, to measure achievement to objectives, complete projects, define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions
Experience with state-of-the-art inspection engineering/assurance techniques, processes, procedures, instruments, theories and principles including PFMEA, SPC and the use of control plans
Effective use of Microsoft software tools for communications and presentations
Up to 25% domestic and international travel may be required to both customers and suppliers to support the division's goals
Demonstrate the values of customer satisfaction, integrity, continuous improvement, and adherence to standards, aiming to ensure consistently high-quality products or services
Preferred
2-4 years of related experience (preferred experience in Supplier Quality, Quality Assurance, aerospace manufacturing)
Experience working in or with Operations, Quality, Engineering and Manufacturing disciplines is a plus
Prefer any of the following certifications: AS9100 Lead Auditor, ASQ Quality Auditor, ASQ Quality Engineer, Six Sigma Green, Yellow or Black Belt Certification
Benefits
Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.
Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.
Career development and tuition reimbursement.
Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.
Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.
Paid Time Off and 13 Company-Paid Holidays.
Company
Parker Hannifin
Parker Hannifin manufactures motion and control technologies, delivering precision-engineered solutions across various markets.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$4.13MKey Investors
Advanced Propulsion Centre UK
2016-01-18Grant· $4.13M
1978-01-13IPO
Leadership Team
Todd M. Leombruno
Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
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John Dedinsky
Corp. VP Global Supply Chain & Procurement
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