Sr. Engineer- Supplier Quality AssurancePune | Job ID 74057

Creating Passion: Your Responsibilities

Supplier Quality Management:

• Develop and implement supplier quality management processes specifically for welding and machining components.
• Conduct supplier audits and assessments to evaluate capabilities in welding and machining processes.
• Establish and maintain quality performance metrics for suppliers, focusing on welding and machining accuracy, defect rates, and adherence to specifications.

Supplier Selection and Qualification:

• Collaborate with the procurement team to identify and select suppliers specializing in welding and machining.
• Lead the supplier qualification process, including initial capability assessments, quality system audits, and process validations.
• Ensure selected suppliers have the necessary certifications, such as ISO 9001, AWS (American Welding Society) standards, and other relevant welding and machining certifications.

Supplier Development and Improvement:

• Work with suppliers to improve their welding and machining processes to meet quality standards.
• Facilitate training programs for suppliers to enhance their capabilities in welding and machining.
• Implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) to address supplier-related quality issues and ensure continuous improvement.

Quality Assurance and Control:

• Develop and enforce incoming inspection criteria for welded and machined components.
• Monitor and evaluate the quality of incoming welded and machined parts through inspections, tests, and audits.
• Coordinate with engineering and production teams to resolve quality issues related to supplier components.

Problem Solving and Root Cause Analysis:

• Lead cross-functional teams in conducting root cause analysis for welding and machining-related quality issues.
• Implement corrective actions and verify their effectiveness in resolving quality problems.
• Utilize quality tools such as 8D, FMEA, and Six Sigma methodologies to identify and address quality issues.

Supplier Quality Metrics and Reporting:

• Develop and maintain dashboards and reports to track supplier quality performance.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as defect rates, response times, and improvement actions.
• Present supplier quality performance data to senior management and recommend improvement actions.

Regulatory Compliance and Standards:

• Ensure supplier compliance with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies related to welding and machining.
• Stay updated on relevant industry standards and regulations, such as ISO, AWS, and other machining standards.
• Ensure suppliers adhere to safety and environmental regulations specific to welding and machining operations.

Cost Management and Optimization:

• Work with suppliers to identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining quality standards in welding and machining.
• Analyze cost implications of quality issues and work towards reducing the cost of poor quality (COPQ).
• Negotiate quality-related terms and conditions with suppliers to optimize costs and improve quality.

New Product Introduction (NPI):

• Support the New Product Introduction process by ensuring supplier readiness for new welding and machining projects.
• Coordinate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of quality welded and machined components for new product launches.
• Validate and approve supplier processes, materials, and components for new products.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Collaborate with engineering, procurement, production, and quality teams to ensure alignment on quality objectives and requirements.
• Facilitate communication and coordination between internal teams and suppliers to address quality-related issues.
• Support cross-functional projects aimed at improving supplier quality and overall product quality.

Risk Management:

• Identify potential risks in the supplier quality management process related to welding and machining.
• Develop mitigation plans to address these risks and ensure supplier quality.
• Implement risk assessment and management strategies to minimize the impact of supplier-related quality issues.

Training and Development:

• Provide training and support to internal teams on supplier quality management processes and best practices for welding and machining.
• Develop and deliver training programs for suppliers to enhance their quality capabilities in welding and machining.
• Stay updated on industry trends and advancements in welding and machining quality management.

Contributing Your Strengths: Your Qualifications

Qualification and Education Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field.
• Certification in Quality Management (e.g., Six Sigma, ASQ Certified Quality Engineer) is preferred.
• Additional certifications related to welding (e.g., AWS Certified Welding Inspector) and machining are highly desirable.

Experience:

• Minimum of 05 - 07 Years of experience in supplier quality management, with a focus on welding and machining, in the manufacturing industry.
• Proven experience in the tower crane manufacturing industry or heavy fabrication steel component manufacturing.
• Experience in conducting supplier audits, quality assessments, and implementing quality improvement initiatives for welding and machining processes.

Preferred Skills / Special Skills:

• Technical Expertise:
  • In-depth knowledge of welding processes, standards (e.g., AWS, ISO), and quality control methods.
  • Strong understanding of machining processes, including CNC machining, precision machining, and quality assurance.
  • Proficiency in quality tools and techniques such as FMEA, SPC, 8D, and Root Cause Analysis.
• Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills:
  • Ability to analyze complex quality issues in welding and machining and implement data-driven solutions.
  • Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on continuous improvement and preventive actions.
• Leadership and Communication Skills:
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and suppliers.
  • Strong leadership and project management skills to drive quality improvement initiatives.
  • Ability to effectively communicate quality standards and expectations to suppliers and internal teams.
• Continuous Improvement Focus:
  • Strong commitment to continuous improvement and quality excellence in welding and machining.
  • Ability to identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and product quality.
• Regulatory Compliance:
  • Knowledge of industry standards and regulatory requirements related to welding and machining.
  • Experience in ensuring compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations specific to welding and machining.
• Technical Skills:
  • Proficiency in quality management software and ERP systems.
  • Understanding of welding and machining equipment, techniques, and inspection methods.
  • Familiarity with NDT (Non-Destructive Testing) methods and their application in welding and machining quality assurance.
• Risk Management:
  • Ability to identify potential risks in welding and machining processes and develop effective mitigation plans.
  • Strong focus on risk assessment and management strategies to ensure supplier quality.

Have we awoken your interest? Then we look forward to receiving your online application. If you have any questions, please contact Saurabh Padmakar Kulkarni.

One Passion. Many Opportunities.