Lead Supplier Quality Engineer

Responsibilities, authorities and accountabilitiesIncludes both Supplier Quality Assurance and Supplier Quality Development. Responsibilities include supplier qualifications, action plans, audits, performance monitoring, and assisting key suppliers towards industrial standards of excellence. SQEs have various levels of differentiation related to their technical understanding of engineering drawings and ability to manage vendors.Advises Functional managers regarding projects, processes, and procedures in their field.Handles communication with direct colleagues and the business about design and coordination services rendered.Contributes to projects as a team member or leads small projects. Work goals typically take 3-6 months to complete, with the time horizon for results/impact typically 2-12 months after the event.Required QualificationsBachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma/GED with at least 4 years of experience in Sourcing). Minimum of 3 additional years of experience in Supplier Quality Engineering.Desired CharacteristicsStrong oral and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal and leadership skills. Ability to influence others and lead small teams. Ability to coordinate several projects simultaneously. Effective problem identification and solution skills. Proven analytical and organizational ability.#J-18808-Ljbffr