Part & Supplier Development Engineer

Scope: 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.

Skills and Qualifications

• Proficient in AIAG core tools: PPAP, APQP, Control Plans, FMEA, MSA and SPC.
• Manufacturing experience in Engine Oil Pumps, Water Pumps, Compressors and other assembly operations will be an asset
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent – Engineering (Electronic, Mechatronic, Mechanical).
• Ability to multitask and manage several projects and assignments simultaneously
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Flexible to travel frequently.
• Domestic and international travel required; overtime required as needed.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in work product is critical
• Self-motivated, drives for improvement and possesses strong communication skills.
• 5-10 years of experience in Part and Supplier Development.
• Demonstrated effective communication skills both written and verbal
• Strong analytical experience and data modeling
• Proficient in problem solving (8D, 5-Why, Drill Deep and Wide, Six Sigma…etc).
• Proficient in ISO/TS 16949 and IATF.
• High sense of urgency and commitment to meeting deadlines

Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitor supplier performance (Incidents, PPM’s and Delivery issues) and develop / implement effective action plans to improve poor performing suppliers.
• Drive cost effective improvements, minimize waste
• Support manufacturing locations on supplier related performance issues (conduct 8D verification; review CS1/CS2 containment process implementation at supplier).
• 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.
• 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
• Coordinate Supplier Change Requests.
• Lead supplier APQP of different projects.
• Review of supplier PPAP’s and 8D’s (5-Why).
• Support Cost Recovery process with suppliers.
• Provide technical expertise and leadership to sourcing and development of suppliers with respect to technology, performance, quality, cost, logistics and delivery
• Support new program launches, supplier localization, resourcing projects…etc.

Hanon is an equal opportunity employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce.