PPS customer is a growing Manufacturing Company. 

Job Summary:

Responsible for supplier development, assessment, improvement and surveillance; assists suppliers in implementation and improvement of quality systems to comply with requirements for raw materials and components.

Primary Responsibilities:

· Assists in all facets of suppliers’ contribution to product quality, safety, and delivery requirements.

· Responsible for quality system assessment of potential new suppliers.

· Works with new/existing suppliers toward implementation of controls to meet requirements as stated in the Supplier Requirements manual.

· Assists suppliers in resolution of quality concerns, corrective action, and improvement efforts.

· Reviews supplier conformance with APQP requirements (FMEA’s, Process Control Plans, Traceability, Process Capability Runs, MSA, PPAP content). Assists suppliers in establishing and improving these processes.

· Evaluates Supplier Process Control Plan execution for products. Works with supplier as needed to maintain, adjust and implement the plan.

· Works with suppliers regarding non-compliance to raw material specifications. Acts as a representative for quality at suppliers.

· Reviews supplier proposed revisions to product/process to communicate understanding to owner/verify feasibility at supplier.

· Verifies problem corrections at supplier

· Reviews supplier performance data and audits key areas of concern/control.

Additional Responsibilities may include:

· Support of new product launches, production tryouts, special testing for problem analysis or potential change evaluation.

· Travel to supplier locations to support purchased product quality improvement efforts.

· Participation in product/process improvement teams

· Representing MBP Quality concerns/interests on new product development teams

Position Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

· Must have experience in ISO-9001, TS-16949 and Six Sigma concepts

· 7-10 years of experience in manufacturing

· Proficient in communications, written and oral

· Ability to travel extensively, domestic and international

· Experience with automotive quality system requirements

· Strong background in quality systems and parts manufacture/assembly

· Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to work with broad range of people

· Proficiency in MS Office software and experience with document control, process control, SPC software

· Knowledge of basic electrical principles required, knowledge of LI-Ion cell/battery technology preferred

Key Competencies:

· Takes actions and displays behaviors that demonstrate leadership and ownership in the success of the company and of his/her peers

· Demonstrates primary focus on meeting both internal and external customer needs when identifying, prioritizing and accomplishing tasks

· Works independently and overcomes obstacles to achieve results

· Evaluates own work processes and initiates practices to promote continuous improvement

Salary and benefits to include:

· Choice of two health plans, vision, dental and life insurance; ancillary benefits; 401(k); company paid holidays and paid time off.

· The salary range commensurate with education and experience.

Must successfully complete a background check, a drug screen and a physical.