Supplier Quality Engineer III

Systems, LLC, an affiliate of Chamberlain Group, is a U.S.-based manufacturer of loading dock equipment—marketed under the Poweramp, DLM, and McGuire brands. With manufacturing facilities in Germantown, Wisconsin and Malvern, Arkansas, all products are designed and produced in the USA using lean manufacturing techniques. We strive to recruit the best talent in the industry and give employees opportunities for continuing education and training to help them advance in their careers.

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• •Analyze supplier capabilities; develop and maintain supplier quality metrics; conduct studies and audits of supplier processes and products

Lead the Supplier Quality Assessment program for the assigned category; involving a cross-functional team to ensure proper alignment to the Chamberlain Group strategy, business and product needs

Identify PPAP Level and dimensional requirements on the component quality plan when a new PPAP is required

Recommend disposition of non-conforming product from suppliers through the MRB meetings

Review, approve and follow-up on SCAR responses related to audit findings, nonconforming product, or overall supplier performance to ensure effective resolution

Oversee and manage the PPAP protocol process

Analyze metric tools to identify opportunities and drive continuous quality improvement in their respective commodities

Identify opportunities for component inspection reduction while participating in cross-functional teams to continuously improve product quality from suppliers

Provide technical support to IQC in defining inspection protocols when required

Conduct monthly performance reviews with supply base

Protect Chamberlain Group’s reputation by keeping information confidential

Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies

Contribute to the team effort by accomplishing related results and participating on projects as needed

Comply with health and safety guidelines and rules; managers should also ensure compliance across their teams.

Minimum Qualifications

Education/Certifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or technical related field, Business or Supply Chain

Experience:

4+ years of experience in Quality Engineering

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Working knowledge of APQP

Working Knowledge and Application of Lean Manufacturing, DFM, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, Total Cost of Ownership, Suppler Diversity & Sustainability/Regulatory compliance

Ability to work in an environment that embraces cross-functional collaborative team driven results

Working knowledge of LSS; belt preferred

Strong analytical skills and technical market analysis experience

Strong communication skills

Other:

Able to travel up to 25% - domestically and internationally

Advanced English proficiency

Preferred Qualifications

Education/Certifications:

Quality certifications

Experience:

Global sourcing experience

Experience in an Engineering role

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Understanding of technically related subjects (motors, electronics, plastics, metals, etc.)


$76,600.00 - $144,700.00

 Chamberlain Group wants all of its employees to succeed and encourages people of all backgrounds to apply. We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and you’ll be considered for this role regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, ancestry; marital, disabled or veteran status. We’re committed to fostering an environment where people of all lived experiences feel welcome.

Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence Recruiting@Chamberlain.com .

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