- Champion problem solving and root cause analysis activities with suppliers and customers to eliminate recurrence of non-conformances
- Work to resolve supplier technical issues in a timely manner to ensure continuity of supply
- Develop long term supplier relationships and generate and implement cost reduction ideas
- Aid Manufacturing in the evaluation and qualification of new supplier materials following a defined new product development process
- Strategically lead supplier performance improvement projects in an effort to increase the supplier capability of consistently meeting requirements.
- Drive “Zero Defect” mentality within the supply base
- Overall Supplier Quality control activities, Supplier quality improvement programs, Supplier visits.
- Oversee Incoming Inspection of the parts.
- Preparation & updating the Incoming Inspection plans.
- Timely communication of rejections to supplier.
- Monthly Supplier defect calculation & communication to supplier.
- Non-Conformance Reporting related to supply chain, Warranty claim analysis and tracking
- Set requirements for raw material or intermediate products for suppliers and monitor their compliance
- Quality Monitoring through statistical analysis and defect levels for supplier Quality performance.
- Timely information to the Suppliers / Procurement Dept to take corrective actions in the Process.
- Work with purchasing to ensure supplier performance is regularly reported and that appropriate and timely corrective action are implemented
- Maintain and update critical supplier audit system and schedule
- Conduct supplier audits to drive process standardization, waste elimination, and continuous improvement
- Monitor, communicate and improve key supply chain KPI’s, including warranty, Supplier OTD (Past due), DR and waste
- Establish specific short / long term supplier quality goals
- Understanding of Good Manufacturing and Engineering Practices
- Knowledge of various quality system methodologies Lean, 5 Why’s, Pareto Analysis, Six Sigma, 8-D, DFMEA ,PFMEA, PPAP, etc. preferred
- Good overall understanding of mechanical and electrical manufacturing methods (machining, welding, forming, assembly and electrical wiring)
- Willing to work as needed to support production and customer needs.
- Develop and maintain good working relationships with all departments.
- Excellent verbal & written communication skills
- Ability to travel occasionally
- Bachelor degree in Quality related field (or comparable on-the-job experience).
- Minimum 3 years QC experience
- Previous experience in a quality leadership role is preferred
- Medical, dental and vision care coverage and a 401(k) savings plan with company matching – all starting on date of hire
- Tuition reimbursement, employee wellness programs, plus other perks and discounts
- Parental and caregiver leave policies
- All the usual benefits such as paid time off, flexible spending, short-and long-term disability, basic life insurance, business travel insurance, Employee Assistance Program, and domestic partner benefits
- Global market strength and worldwide leadership in weighing
- A brand name that is identified worldwide with precision, quality, and innovation
- Thousands of patents, design and innovation awards
- A commitment to extraordinary service on our state-of-the-art equipment
- We help feed the world. We impact how food is produced, packaged and made safe.
- We help keep you healthy. Our instruments make it possible for scientists to develop new drugs and bring life-saving medicines to the world.
- Mettler Toledo products are important to the production and consistent quality of every kind of consumer product.
For those who prioritize precision, Mettler Toledo is precisely where you belong.
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