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Jabil Circuit

Supplier Quality Engineer

Jabil Circuit, Chicago, Illinois, United States,


JOB SUMMARY

Determines appropriate inspection processes and directs IQC/SQE personnel, where applicable, in operating within area of assigned responsibility with a high level of efficiency, integrity and enthusiasm, while striving to achieve excellence in all endeavors. Represents the Supplier Quality Management function of technical support, leads containment and resolution of supplier quality issues with the manufacturers and communicate status on non-conforming parts/suppliers across all programs. Evaluates supplier performance, drives supplier improvements and corrective actions through the SCAR process.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Define the technical support and develop and implement supply base strategies that drive improvements in supplier selection, development, and leverage across customer programs for quality improvements and cost savings.

Ensure the technical support in the respective area of Supplier Quality Management is fulfilled and complies with internal and external customer requirements.

Provide regular updates to Quality Manager on the execution of the strategy.

Support NPI activities by participating in the AQP (Advanced Qualification Program) process as required.

Ensure that all production critical supplier issues are resolved in a timely manner, and corrective actions are implemented.

Define and develop the appropriate Inspection Plans and Inspection Methods, directing Receiving Inspection Auditors.

Define and develop the inspection processes via inspection aids and instruction guidelines.

Ensure ongoing site supplier evaluation is performed using site information collected from Receiving Inspection, MRB (Material Review Board), Customer Returns, SCAR (Supplier Corrective Action Report) database and liaising with customer work cells. Performance will be reported internally, to the supplier, and to the customer where applicable.

Monitor and drive PPM (Parts Per Million) issues with the supply base in addition to helping them achieve “Dock to Stock” certification with Jabil (in accordance with the vendor performance system).

Review all supplier discrepancies and coordinate and track the corrective/preventative action effort.

Proactively communicate information or issues that may impact product costs or manufacturability to all affected departments.

Provide insight and assistance in implementing and maintaining Process Improvement and Optimization concentrating on proactive methodologies with the supply base.

Lead SCAR – Supplier Corrective/Preventive Action process for problem resolution and continuous improvement, including critical analysis of supplier DOE (Design of Experiment), CPK (Process Capability Index), Gauge R&R (Repeatability and Reproducibility) studies.

Adhere to all safety and health rules and regulations associated with this position and as directed by supervisor.

Comply and follow all procedures within the company security policy.

May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

MANAGEMENT & SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Typically reports to Management. Direct supervisor job title(s) typically include: Quality Manager.

Job

is NOT directly

responsible for managing other employees (e.g., hiring/termination and/or pay decisions, performance management).

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS

Strong electro/mechanical background desired; knowledge of plastic injection molding & tooling, metal stampings & tooling, metal fabrication, machining and various electrical components, connectors, PCB & PCBA, cable assembly, full assembly integration, etc.

Able to read and interpret mechanical drawings (6 sigma training desired).

Good skills in MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio, and Project.

Understanding of the quality system, medical and commercial regulatory requirements and how they relate to the business.

Proficiency in use of personal computers, Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint) and e-mail skills required.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s degree required, Bachelor’s degree in Engineering preferred.

Minimum 8 years of experience in Quality or Manufacturing Engineering.

Or an equivalent combination of education, training, or experience.

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