Part And Supplier Development Engineer

Part and Supplier Development Engineer ensures that Supplier Quality systems, processes and build capabilities meet the design intent of the customer and are compliant with the end customer’s needs.

• Primary Responsibilities

·Lead supplier APQP of different projects.

·Support new program launches, supplier localization, resourcing projects…etc.

·Conduct various supplier related audits on potential, new and current suppliers, Supplier Capability Assessments, Run-at-Rates, Manufacturing Capability Audits, Control Plan Audits, etc., and take necessary actions as required.

·Monitor supplier performance (Incidents, PPM’s and Delivery issues) and develop / implement effective action plans to improve poor performing suppliers.

·Review of supplier PPAP’s and 8D’s (5-Why).

·Support Cost Recovery process with suppliers.

·Coordinate Supplier Change Requests.

·Support manufacturing locations on supplier related performance issues (conduct 8D verification; review CS1/CS2 containment process implementation at supplier).

·Provide leadership during investigations of major problems and or special projects focusing on developing working relationships with suppliers and the supply chain with regard to product development and procurement of parts

·Provide technical expertise and leadership to sourcing and development of suppliers with respect to technology, performance, quality, cost, logistics and delivery

·Drive cost effective improvements, minimize waste

• Qualifications:

1.Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent – Engineering.

2.5-10 years of experience in Part and Supplier Development.

• Desired Competencies and Experience

·Proficient in ISO/TS 16949 and IATF.

·Proficient in problem solving (8D, 5-Why, Drill Deep and Wide, Six Sigma…etc).

·Manufacturing experience in Engine Oil Pumps, Water Pumps, Compressors and other assembly operations will be an asset

·Proficient in AIAG core tools: PPAP, APQP, Control Plans, FMEA, MSA and SPC.

·Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

·Self-motivated, drives for improvement and possesses strong communication skills.

·Strong analytical experience and data modeling

·Ability to multitask and manage several projects and assignments simultaneously

·High sense of urgency and commitment to meeting deadlines

·Strong attention to detail and accuracy in work product is critical

·Demonstrated effective communication skills both written and verbal

• Special Requirements

·Domestic and international travel required; overtime required as needed.

Health, Safety and Environmental

Ensure safe practices prior to working on any equipment as to prevent harm to himself/herself and to others (i.e., lockout procedure, barricading areas, safe handling of materials, etc.). This includes making supervisor aware of any unsafe procedures or areas so that corrective actions can be taken.

According to Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) Section 28, Subsection (1) (a), (b), (c), and (d); a worker shall:

a.Work in compliance with the provisions of the Act and the regulations;

b.Use or wear the equipment, protective devices or clothing that his employer requires to be used or worn;

c.Report to his or her employer or supervisor the absence of or defect in any equipment or protective device of which the worker is aware and which may endanger himself, herself or another worker;

d.Report to his or her employer or supervisor any contravention of the Act or the regulations or the existence of any hazard of which he or she knows; and

e.Shall not remove or make ineffective any protective device.

In addition to the above, a worker is responsible to ensure that they are in compliance with the divisions:

ØRules and regulations as outlined in the division’s Employee Handbook

ØHealth and Safety policies and procedures as outlined in the division’s Health and Safety Management System

ØEnvironmental policies and procedures as outlined in the division’s Environmental Management System