Trimble is looking to ensure the excellence and reliability of mechanical parts from suppliers, and is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to manage the complete quality lifecycle of mechanical suppliers.
Requirements
- Demonstrated expertise in quality methodologies and tools, including the 8D process and statistical process control (SPC) with a focus on Cpk.
- Proven ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and influence projects, stakeholders, and suppliers.
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills, coupled with a high degree of accountability.
- Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in a supplier quality engineering role, with a strong focus on mechanical parts such as castings, machined components, and metal fabrications.
- Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or Material Science.
- Ability to work in a hybrid environment with a minimum of three days in the Huber Heights, Ohio office.
Responsibilities
- Supplier Lifecycle Management: Lead the quality aspect of the entire supplier lifecycle, from New Supplier Selection to ongoing performance monitoring and continuous improvement.
- Proactive Quality Assurance: Facilitate and lead Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Ramp Readiness (RR) programs to ensure new product introductions are successful and quality standards are met from the start.
- Performance Monitoring: Proactively monitor Key Characteristics and analyze Cpk data to identify and address any potential process drift at the supplier level.
- Corrective Actions: Facilitate the formal 8D process for supplier-related issues, driving timely and effective Supplier Corrective Actions.
- Problem Resolution: Act as a strong leader to manage projects and lead teams to recover from revenue-gating quality problems, ensuring minimal impact on production and revenue.
- Continuous Improvement: Drive and implement continuous improvement actions at key suppliers to enhance overall quality, efficiency, and reliability.
- Collaboration: Work effectively both independently and as part of a team, collaborating with internal engineering, commodity management, and product teams as well as external supplier partners.
Other
- Willingness to travel up to 25%, including international travel, to conduct supplier audits and support on-site quality events.
- Ability to work in a hybrid environment with a minimum of three days in the Huber Heights, Ohio office.
- This role requires an open and flexible schedule to support business needs.
- Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or Material Science.
- Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in a supplier quality engineering role
