Supplier Quality Engineer

Job Title : Supplier Quality Engineer

Exempt Status : Exempt

Location : Cheshire, CT

Company Description :

Hanwha Aerospace USA has long been recognized as a leader in the development and supply of flight critical Aerospace / Defense components and assemblies. Operating out of four state-of-the-art facilities located in Connecticut, Hanwha Aerospace USA offers growth and career development opportunities to enrich your talents.

Summary :

We are seeking a SQE who will be responsible for the Organization’s Supplier Quality Program to drive improvement in the Supply Chain by assuring adequacy in the Suppliers’ Quality Program and Inspection Methods. Additionally, the SQE shall participate in key processes which include Material Review Board, Supplier Audits / Surveillance, issuance of Supplier Corrective Action Requests, and Supplier Performance Rating program. Moreover, the SQE shall, as necessary, work with the appropriate technical groups to define Supplier specifications as appropriate.

Essential Functions :

• Analyze supplier performance data to determine continuous improvement opportunities to enhance supplier performance.
• Maintain accurate and current supplier quality records, such as supplier audits, certifications and supplier corrective action responses.
• Work with Procurement to define a Supplier Rating program and establish key Supplier Quality Metrics.
• Apply demonstrated understanding of the relevant product or customer specifications, flow down documents, procedures, engineering or process drawings and regulating agent body requirements that apply to the products and suppliers.
• Lead Supplier Quality Assurance program by utilization of the Supplier Rating Program, key Supplier Quality Metrics, etc.
• Enhance current Approved Supplier Listing (ASL) database to ensure full control of suppliers and audit compliance.
• Issue, monitor, and maintain Supplier Corrective Action database.
• Work effectively with suppliers to resolve problems using Root Cause Corrective Actions (RCCA) tools.
• Participate with the Sourcing team to select and manage assigned suppliers.
• Develop supplier quality policies and procedures as required.
• Perform supplier capability and quality / risk assessments.
• Benchmark world-class suppliers to assist the present supply base and identify future suppliers.
• Perform other related duties or responsibilities as required

Required Qualifications & Experience :

Desired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Physical Requirements :

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform.

Hanwha Aerospace USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We conform to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information & Testing, Family & Medical Leave, Sexual Orientation, and Gender Identity or Expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We prohibit Retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or otherwise oppose discrimination.

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