Part And Supplier Development Engineer, Toronto

Part and Supplier Development Engineer

Full Time

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

• Coordinate Supplier Change Requests.
• (conduct 8D verification; review CS1/CS2 containment process implementation at supplier).
• Lead supplier APQP of different projects.
• Review of supplier PPAP's and 8D's (5-Why).
• Provide technical expertise and leadership to sourcing and development of suppliers with respect to technology, performance, quality, cost, logistics and delivery
• Monitor supplier performance (Incidents, PPM's and Delivery issues) and develop / implement effective action plans to improve poor performing suppliers.
• Supplier Capability Assessments, Run-at-Rates, Manufacturing Capability Audits,
• Support new program launches, supplier localization, resourcing projects...etc.
• Drive cost effective improvements, minimize waste
• Control Plan Audits, etc., and take necessary actions as required.
• Support Cost Recovery process with suppliers.
• 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
• Support manufacturing locations on supplier related performance issues
• Conduct various supplier related audits on potential, new and current suppliers,

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent Engineering.
• 5-10 years of experience in Part and Supplier Development.

Desired Competencies and Experience

• Manufacturing experience in Engine Oil Pumps, Water Pumps, Compressors and other assembly operations will be an asset
• Domestic and international travel required; overtime required as needed.
• Special Requirements
• Demonstrated effective communication skills both written and verbal
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in work product is critical
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• High sense of urgency and commitment to meeting deadlines
• Proficient in AIAG core tools: PPAP, APQP, Control Plans, FMEA, MSA and SPC.
• Ability to multitask and manage several projects and assignments simultaneously
• Proficient in ISO/TS 16949 and IATF.
• Proficient in problem solving (8D, 5-Why, Drill Deep and Wide, Six Sigma...etc).
• Strong analytical experience and data modeling
• Self-motivated, drives for improvement and possesses strong communication skills.