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GE Appliances, a Haier company · 17 hours ago

Supplier Quality Engineer – Electromechanical Devices (EMD)

USA, Louisville, KY

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

GE Appliances, a Haier company, is a leading appliance manufacturer in the U.S. seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer for Electromechanical Devices (EMD). The role involves managing supplier quality engineering responsibilities, supporting new product introductions, and driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance supplier performance.

Consumer Goods

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Manage assigned quality engineering responsibilities for suppliers of Electromechanical Devices (EMD). This includes qualification of suppliers, ongoing support and performance management within the assigned scope, and cross-functional support for all related programs that impact Cost of Quality (COQ) to GE Appliances

Manage assigned quality engineering for suppliers of assigned commodities. This includes qualification of suppliers, and ongoing lifecycle support in alignment with established Supplier Quality processes

Utilize technical expertise in assigned commodity design and manufacturing equipment to support suppliers in implementing optimal product designs and manufacturing processes

Initiate and execute assigned elements of the 9-step process with the use of Lean/Six Sigma tools by partnering with Technology to identify, understand and abate issues for NPI and C changes

Conduct Critical Part Risk Reviews related to system performance, reliability or quality

Support and manage assigned projects involving supplier moves, process and material changes. Support design change projects

Interface with EMD suppliers, OEMs and manufacturing sites to improve EMD initiatives for the business

Identify and share recommendations on new EMD processes, tools and supplier capabilities within the industry to support continuous improvement initiatives

Champion the use of quality tools, Supplier Composite Scorecard and other data to identify and drive quality projects within the assigned supplier base, resulting in improved supplier performance (delivery, quality, cost)

Monitor and resolve supplier process control performance issues by developing robust quality control plans and implementing sustainable corrective actions

Drive permanent resolution of manufacturing issues and consumer issues caused by supplier defects within assigned suppliers, escalating systemic issues as appropriate

Support and manage assigned projects involving supplier moves, process and material changes. Support design change projects

Support Supplier Quality initiatives by executing corrective actions and providing data-driven recommendations for escalation, alternate qualification, or supplier exit decisions, in alignment with Supplier Quality leadership

Lead problem definition and reactive problem solving through containment, identification of root cause and corrective action with SCAR

Ability to simplify complex information and concisely prepare both verbal and written summaries to support leadership reviews and decision-making

Manage and execute Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) requirements associated with a change

Perform annual audits to monitor supplier QMS (Quality Management System) compliance and effectiveness

Identify areas for cost reduction across assigned supplier base including internal supplier process, quality improvements, Variable Cost Productivity (VCP) and material usage

Qualification

Supplier Quality EngineeringElectromechanical Devices (EMD)Statistical ToolsLean/Six SigmaElectrical EngineeringProject ManagementProblem Solving TechniquesMulti-lingualCommunicationLeadership Skills

Required

Engineering or Technical degree (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics) or equivalent technical experience

3 years of EMD Design, Supplier Quality, Manufacturing Quality, or relevant experience

Strong background in applying statistical tools for process and product development and control (i.e. Gage R&R, Process Capability, Control Plans, SPC, Process Failure Mode Effects Analysis (PFMEA) and Design of Experiments (DOEs))

Skilled and experienced with reading and understanding prints, dimensions and tolerances

Experienced with problem solving tools and techniques (i.e. 8-D, 5 Whys, 7 Ways, DOE, eCAR, Fishbone, Pareto, Six Sigma, First Piece, PPAP)

Experienced with EMD, test and measurement methods

Demonstrated project management and organizational skills

Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally

Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

Demonstrated leadership to influence and drive change within a highly matrixed organization

Demonstrated ability to independently develop, manage and implement aggressive project plans both globally and domestically

Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally (20%)

Preferred

Electrical Engineering Degree

3+ years of experience with PCBA design or manufacturing

Demonstrated ability to simplify complex information and prepare concise executive summaries

Prior international work experience & multi-lingual (Chinese, Spanish, etc.)

Demonstrated Lean Manufacturing experience

Six Sigma certified (Green Belt, Black Belt or Master Black Belt)

GEA training program graduate (OMLP, TLP, EEDP)

Master's degree

Company

GE Appliances, a Haier company

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At GE Appliances, a Haier company, we come together to make good things, for life. Headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky, we are a leading U.S.

Founded in 2001

Louisville, Kentucky, USA

10001+ employees

http://geappliancesco.com/

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