Supplier Quality Assurance Specialist
 RENK | |
 United States, Michigan, Muskegon | |
| 76 South Getty Street (Show on map) | |
 Jan 08, 2025 | |
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The Supplier Quality Specialist (SQA) is responsible for driving quality for assigned suppliers, including quality plan implementation. As a key member of the Source Selection team, the SQA evaluates, selects, develops and qualifies suppliers, and drives continuous improvement utilizing supplier scorecards, supplier audits, and improvement plans where needed. The SQA drives cross functional engagement to ensure RENK America suppliers deliver material that meets or exceeds all quality and contractual requirements.
Conducts supplier audits and evaluations to ensure compliance with company quality standards. Monitor and analyze supplier performance metrics, including defect rates and delivery issues. Support the development and implementation of corrective actions to address supplier quality issues. Perform Source Inspection onsite at suppliers to witness and review First Article Inspection and required testing. Review First Article Inspection (FAI) reports provided by suppliers for accuracy and compliance to requirements. Take lead in resolving disposition of nonconforming product through the Material Review Board (MRB) process. Evaluate and track supplier capability and performance, including their Quality Management System (QMS); provide training for basic quality methodologies as necessary. Conduct supplier evaluation survey/audits; support third party evaluation of the suppliers QMS system including ISO 9001:2015, or AS9100D. Work with cross-functional teams to communicate quality concerns and collaborate on solutions. Conduct Purchase Order review and processing including application of appropriate quality requirements to Purchase Orders and supplier Statements of Work per contractual terms. Document and track quality issues, audit findings, and corrective actions. Prepares quality reports and presenting findings to senior team members. Perform tasks in other areas of Quality Assurance as may be assigned. Stay updated on industry quality standards and best practices. Level/Pay for this position will be commensurate with education/experience Bachelors Degree in Quality Management, Engineering or related field with 6+ years experience in Supplier Quality or equivalent. Masters Degree in Quality Mangement, Engineering or related field with 4+ years experience in Supplier Quality or equivalent. Possess competency in Quality Core Tools such as Process Flow Diagrams, Failure Modes Effect Analysis. (FMEA), Control Plans, MSA (Gage Capability), Process Capability (SPC) and Error Proofing/Poke Yoke. Knowledge of and experience with ISO 9001 Quality Management System or other Industry QMS standards. Thorough understanding and experience with AS 9102 First Article Inspection or similar industry standard. Strong proficiency with analytical problem-solving methods and Root Cause Analysis - 8D, 5Why, Fishbone, etc. Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Strong knowledge of quality management systems Must be able to travel both domestically and internationally up to 50% Must be able to work in both office and manufacturing plant environment without special accommodations. Preferred Additional Skills: Knowledge of and experience with AS 9100 Quality Management Systems Requirements for Aviation, Space, and Defense Organizations Knowledge of and experience with AS 9145 Requirements for Advanced Product Quality Planning and Production Part Approval Process Experience with the production of, and the finish machining of, steel and aluminum alloy castings and forgings for defense and aerospace applications. Experience with complex assembly processes. RENK America is an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V | |