Supplier Quality Engineer

Main Duties and ResponsibilitiesFacilitate and promote the use of appropriate problem-solving techniques for effective root cause analysis and successful corrective action at Prestolite and our suppliers.Perform supplier audits to ensure compliance with IATF 16949 and ISO 9001 standards and to check corrective actions as required.Work with Supply Chain group to investigate new suppliers for their ability to meet requirements.Work with suppliers through APQP requirements and develop supplier skills where required.Review supplier PPAPs per AIAG and Prestolite requirements.Work in Supplier Component Qualification process team.Work with Prestolite internal team to collect data about internal supplier quality issues and communicate with the supplier, escalate as necessary, and ensure that the corrective actions are appropriate.Generate Supplier score cards and facilitate projects to improve any unfavorable trends.Recommend and implement enhancements to the Prestolite quality systemRecommend and support enhancements to supplier quality systems.Specific Knowledge and AbilitiesWork experience in an automotive or Heavy Truck manufacturing environment is a plus. Work experience in a manufacturing environment with demonstrated advanced technical problem-solving skills also considered.Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline or significant work experience in similar roles considered.Experience working within Quality Management system requirements, ISO9001, or IATF 16949 in the automotive or truck industry is required.Demonstrate a results-oriented mindset - maintain appropriate focus on short- and long-term goals. Motivated by achievement, and persists until goals are reached, conveying a sense of urgency.Demonstrated experience with varying forms of problem-solving documentation such as 8D, 5Why, etc required.Ability to use Microsoft Office, Minitab, Oracle or similar ERP software systems and applications. Ability to efficiently and effectively navigate web-based Customer portals.Able to communicate clearly and confidently with a wide range of audiences including Customers, Managers, plant personnel, etc.Ability to travel domestically and internationally to visit Suppliers.Able to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.Approximate split of time will be 30% visiting suppliers, 30% in the Arcade, NY office manufacturing facility and up to 40% remotely as pensation and Benefits:Please note that the salary range provided is a good faith estimate on the applicable range. The final salary offer will be determined after considering relevant factors, including a candidate's qualifications and experience, where appropriate.Prestolite Electric does not discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information. Prestolite Electric is an equal opportunity employer.

Created: 2025-02-21