Sr. Engineer – Supplier Quality (On-Site Support)

The role is responsible for managing plant-quality concerns, driving supplier-related issue resolution, supporting NPI builds, and ensuring uninterrupted production by executing effective containment, corrective actions, and preventive mechanisms.

Responsibilities

Managing plant-quality concerns, driving supplier-related issue resolution, supporting NPI builds, and ensuring uninterrupted production by executing effective containment, corrective actions, and preventive mechanisms; Address and troubleshoot plant quality issues, including implementing immediate fixes; Plan and execute containment actions to prevent production disruptions; Follow up with suppliers for NCR acceptance, root cause analysis, and corrective actions; Lead closure of plant quality issues to avoid line stoppages; Coordinate with SQD during NPD/NPI trials and communicate trial results; Work with cross-functional teams (CFT) for deviation approvals; Visit supplier locations to validate corrective actions as required; Coordinate and execute rework at the plant site; Provide performance feedback for NPI parts as per the safe launch plan; Lead HCP (Heightened control plan) activities during all project builds to ensure smooth valve assembly and overall build quality; Lead Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for plant quality issues using appropriate problem-solving tools; Develop, validate, and standardize measurement methods and related inspection standards; Collaborate with SQD to drive continuous improvement initiatives at supplier end; Approve supplier Sorting SOPs; Approve or reject supplier sorting costs based on evaluation and justification.

Requirements

BE/ Diploma in Mechanical/Production Engineering; Minimum of 5-7 years’ experience; Knowledge of casting process, casting machining, precision machining & special processes like heat treatment, plating etc.; Hands-on experience on 8D, Problem solving techniques, SPC, PPAP, MSA, Quality tools etc.; Good analytical ability; Good communication skills; Knowledge of ISO 9001:2015, IATF16949, 14001:2004 Standards; Strong organizational and interpersonal skills, able to lead and resolve plant quality issues with minimal supervision; In-depth knowledge of CMM programming and dimensional inspection of complex components; Ability to build strong collaborative relationships with NPI buyers, supplier development engineers, quality teams, production, manufacturing, and suppliers.

Nice to have

Six Sigma green belt