Supply Chain Quality Engineer

Our client, a leading rail manufacturer, is hiring a Supply Chain Quality Engineer at it's Dallas, TX headquarters. This is a direct hire opportunity offering competitive pay and bonus structure with a company that is rapidly growing!

SUMMARY:

The SQE is considered a "Performer", who has a reputation for professional competence and sound judgment. He/she must have the ability to operate independently, or in a team environment.

DUTIES:

• Develop suppliers in the areas of AAR compliance, Six Sigma methods, Value Stream mapping, 5S, Kanban and other tools for corrective/preventative action, and continuous improvement
• Perform Quality System, Process and Product audits on suppliers
• Work with suppliers to continuously improve performance, implement process controls, and develop inspection plans
• Perform capacity analysis to ensure work is properly planned for manufacture and delivery
• Review and approve PPAP’s from suppliers for submission to the Supplier Quality Review team
• Conduct in-depth review and follow-up on the implementation of supplier action plans for poor performance
• Lead corrective actions as required from supplier 8D’s or non-conformance reports
• Work with suppliers to develop standards and methods for inspection and testing of incoming and outgoing product
• Review of Suppliers Quality KPI’s and action plans for improving DPPM, on-time delivery, late supplier 8D responses, etc.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) in Engineering or a related field (Chemical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering). Equivalent experience can be substituted for education
• 5-7 years’ experience in fabrication, steel manufacturing, heavy truck, rail or other related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) preferred
• Good understanding and working experience with Statistical Process Control, Design of Experiments and Six Sigma problem solving methods
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as blue prints, safety rules, and AAR Recommended Practices.
• Ability to perform quality audits on suppliers to assure products and services meet client’s, American Association of Railroads (AAR), and regulatory standards
• Must have complete knowledge of APQP documents like PPAP, FMEA, Control Plans and Quality standard
• This position requires approximately 30% travel

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, or any other criteria protected by governing law.
For more information, or to apply, contact Rebecca Williams at Rebecca.Williams@trsselect.com.