Supplier Quality EngineerResponsibilitiesEnsure safety is the foundation of daily work through vigilance and accountabilityMaintain approved supplier list and supporting evaluationsReview and approve suppliers through both mail-in audits and on-site auditsPerform data analysis to identify systemic issues and develop quality improvement plans with the supplier using proactive quality tools (PFMEA, MSA, Control plans, etc.)Report on supplier quality performance at the Quality Management BoardPerform preliminary review of supplier request for deviated materialLead purchasing corrective action meetings; accept or reject supplier corrective action requestsVerify supplier containment is taken immediately upon discovery of a quality concernLiaison between Sargent functional teams and suppliers for rejection disputesAssist supplier development team as needed to drive improvement and work transfersSupport Advanced Quality Planning and PPAP review for new product introductionMaintain Supplier Quality Clauses and Supplier Quality Assurance ManualAbility to travel to suppliers on an as‑needed basis (30%)Minimum QualificationsBachelor's science degree in a technical fieldMinimum 5 years of quality system auditing experience with at least 3 years performing external quality system auditsMust be ASQ CQA or must be able to achieve certification within 1 year of employmentAbility to interpret drawings, specifications, and contracts to enable review of processesDemonstrated ability to use causal analysis tools to analyze and resolve issues ranging from basic to complexProficient skill level with Microsoft Office applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.Ability to communicate and work well with other individuals, departments and companiesMust have the ability to travelMust be a U.S. CitizenPreferred QualificationsKnowledge of electrical or mechanical engineering disciplinesExperience with source inspection at suppliersExperience performing First Article Inspection reviews to AS9102 requirementsGD&T experienceAttended and passed ISO 9001 or AS9100 Lead Auditor trainingExperience providing ISO 9001 or AS9100 auditor trainingWorking ConditionsAbility to sit at a desk and work with a computer for extended periodsAbility to safely move about in a variety of work environments, from office to manufacturing floor, and other settingsAbility to remain on a manufacturing shop floor for extended periods while meeting specified safety requirements (e.g., vision protection, foot/toe protection)Company BenefitsCompetitive CompensationHolidays, vacation, and sick time401(k) savings & investment planTuition reimbursementHSA/FSALife and disability insuranceAccident, hospital, and critical care plansPet insuranceGym and rideshare incentivesLegal insurance and identity theft protectionEEO/AA/F/M/Vet/Disabled#J-18808-Ljbffr