Minimum of 5 years of experience in supplier quality engineering.
Practical, hands-on experience in supply chain development, including qualifying and developing suppliers.
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or an equivalent engineering discipline.
Strong supplier quality expertise, including supplier qualification, performance monitoring, and corrective action management.
Proficiency in structured root cause analysis tools such as 8D, 5-Why, and Red X.
Experience with evaluating and improving measurement systems to ensure accurate and reliable data.
Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical assembly drawings.
Experience conducting supplier audits and assessing supplier capabilities and capacity.
Familiarity with fabrication processes and components.
Ability to work effectively with purchasing and engineering teams to define process parameters and criteria.
ASQ certification or equivalent quality-related certification.
Experience with ERP systems in a manufacturing or supply chain environment.
Experience in advanced quality planning and continuous improvement methodologies.
Ability to perform risk analysis and define appropriate inspection and control plans.