Elite Recruiting Co · 1 day ago
Supplier Development Engineer
Dayton, OH
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expElite Recruiting Co is dedicated to providing the highest quality of services to their clients and employees, focusing on the automotive, aerospace, and defense industries. They are seeking a Supplier Development Engineer to optimize supplier relationships, processes, and product quality while collaborating with senior engineers and cross-functional teams to drive improvements in the supply chain.
Staffing & Recruiting
Responsibilities
Assist senior engineers in developing and maintaining relationships with suppliers, ensuring they meet quality, cost, and delivery requirements
Work with suppliers to address and resolve basic technical issues related to product quality and manufacturing processes
Support suppliers in meeting customer specifications and industry standards by assisting with training, audits, and continuous improvement efforts
Identify and qualify new manufacturing sources of supply for difficult to procure components
Serve as the technical liaison between design engineering and suppliers to relay manufacturing requirements and request quotes from potential vendors
Participate in reviewing and analyzing part production processes, schedules, methods, and data to understand supplier needs
Support process optimization efforts by gathering data and performing basic analysis to identify opportunities for improvement
Assist in the implementation of process improvements at the supplier level, with guidance from senior engineers
Support Process Flow Development and Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA) by providing data and assisting in identifying risks related to design and manufacturing processes
Assist in identifying process inefficiencies and helping suppliers implement corrective actions to reduce defects and improve product quality
Participate in regular supplier audits and reviews to assess compliance with quality and regulatory standards
Assist in reviewing incoming materials and products from suppliers to check for defects and verify they meet specifications
Assist in the preparation of documentation for quality audits and product assessments
Prepare and maintain accurate documentation related to supplier quality, including reports on audits, corrective actions, and process changes
Assist in the documentation of technical data, reports, and analysis findings for supplier development projects
Work closely with senior engineers and cross-functional teams to identify technical challenges and contribute to solutions
Collaborate with internal teams to resolve supplier issues and ensure product quality aligns with customer requirements
Take part in training programs to enhance your knowledge of supplier development, quality control processes, and advanced manufacturing technologies
Continuously improve your technical skills, and work toward becoming a subject matter expert in supplier development
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, or related technical field
1+ years of experience in supplier development, quality engineering, or a related field
Basic knowledge of additive manufacturing and quality control processes
Familiarity with DFMEA and PFMEA methodologies
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and basic data analysis
Company
Elite Recruiting Co
Empowering your business by identifying, attracting and retaining top talent.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Jerry Larwood II
Chief Executive Officer
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