Supplier Quality Engineer

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Microsoft Excel
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Education

Bachelor's degree
 
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$75,000 - $95,000 a year
 
Full job description
CAF is an international market leader for the design, manufacture, maintenance and supply of equipment and components for integrated transport systems at the forefront of technology that provide high value added sustainable mobility for its customers. We are proud to be recognized for our versatility, flexibility and for our capacity to constantly adapt and innovate.

CAF USA is located in Elmira Heights, New York which is part of the Southern Finger Lakes areas. The area is ideally situated for those who want to be in proximity to large metropolitan areas, but live a life made far richer by connecting to nature and community, making a difference in the lives of their neighbors and taking advantage of the opportunity to develop a fulfilling work life balance that ideally suits who they are.
Overview
The QA Engineer is responsible for maintaining smooth operations at equipment and material supplier facilities. They are adept at identifying and solving problems and possess solid communication and managerial skills.
Functions and responsibilities
Responsible for investigating, analyzing, and solving issue in quality, production and control at a supplier facilities.
Perform video calls with suppliers to explain CAF requirements for alignment in advance of supplier audits or visits.
Performs supplier audits and creates associated reports for both general QMS and special processes.
Represents sourcing and procurement in projects, acts as an active member on the project teams and interfaces and collaborates closely with related project sub functions like engineering, industrial planning, project planning etc. to achieve common procurement and project objectives.
Performs FAIs and source inspections at supplier facilities and creates associated reports.
Participates is supplier selection.
Participates in technical project reviews to orient and influence technical decisions according to global cost of purchase and risk evaluation considerations.
Manages implementation and tracking for supplier FMIs.
Performs weekly Material Review Board to drive non conformances to closure.
Creates and reviews material quality reports, shares reports with suppliers, and drives corrective action to prevent repeat issues on future deliveries.
Training/Education required
Bachelor Degree in Engineering, Procurement, or related field required or equivalent experience in a US military branch
Possess an understanding for Root Cause Corrective Action Analysis
Strong skills in supplier and customer relations as well as management
Strong technical skills for creating reports.
Microsoft Software suite, specifically Excel knowledge is a must.
Qualifications/Requirements
At least five years of professional experience with preferably one supply chain function.
Strong knowledge of Supply Chain processes and best practices
Knowledge about related engineering functions and processes preferred
Exposure to project and contract management desired
Analytical skills and strong planning skills
Ability to build up constructive relationships, resilience and focus, influencing, networking, strong communication skills both oral and written
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Adequate presentation, negotiation, organizational and time management skills with the ability to work autonomously and creatively
Strong work ethic
Positive attitude with a company driven focus
Safety Requirements
Shall report all injuries and illnesses to their supervisor that occur at work, the day of the incident
Shall report any unsafe conditions that are identified in their respective work area to their supervisor
Shall comply with all CAF USA safety policies, procedures, and requirements that are communicated to them, including Job Safety Analysis procedures
Shall wear all required Personal Protective Equipment that is communicated and supplied to them
Shall keep their respective work area clean and orderly at all times
Shall attend all CAF USA required training as soon as possible before the start of their assigned work
Shall NOT operate any CAF USA forklifts, cranes, scissor lifts until certified to do so
This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, ****** orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. A reasonable estimate of the current range is 75,000 to 95,000 annually.

United States
New York
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