Supplier Quality Manager at ELDOR AUTOMOTIVE POWERTRAIN USA

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionEldor Automotive Powertrain USA is searching for a Supplier Quality Manager to join our team at our state-of-the-art, highly automated production facility located in Daleville, VA. Working in close coordination with the Purchasing Team and the Corporate Quality Team, the role is responsible to ensure a high quality of suppliers, through the qualification and continuous effective supervision of the assigned suppliers in order to maintain a high-quality level of the purchased parts obtained though continuous improvement.Main ResponsibilitiesWorks with Engineering and Purchasing team to develop and maintain thorough knowledge of technological developments and trends for guidance of commodity teams in advancements of design, quality, and manufacturingAssess potential supplier base, support Product Sourcing Strategy and provide leadership in new supplier selection and process developmentPlans and manages the process of qualification and auditing (system and process) of new and active suppliersTogether with Purchasing, manage serious supply issuesWorks with the supplier to resolve open quality issues and ensures that the problem-solving process at the supplier is carried out in the manner and time required by EldorEvaluate and monitor suppliers, coordinating the data collection process and performance summary through the periodic assessment of appropriate indicators. Assure proper process control standards are in place and continuously monitors key manufacturing processes to ensure consistent quality in Tier 1 &2 supplier baseConduct assessment in the full VDA6.3 format for a new supplier, and as required on a tri-annual basis for current suppliersProduct introduction and management. Launch APQP elements with component suppliersAssign PPAP criteria for individual components, considering Eldor homologation requirements and OEM customer specific instructionsAssist Program Manager with reviewing PPAP status for each component on the BOM Review PPAP submissions for adequacy, with responsibility for approval and, as needed, follow upProvide input into Supplier Monitoring Process (scorecard)Support Eldor Manufacturing Plant in Roanoke VA to ensure component supplier completes root cause/corrective actions for repeat and larger quality issuesSupplier Training and DevelopmentMonitors supplier’s adherence to Process Change Notification on a timely and cost-effective basisManage Incoming Quality Process and TeamManage the Supplier Quality Agreements with local suppliersAbility to travel up to 50% of timeWorking knowledge of IATF16949Preferred Qualifications/CertificationsCertified IATF16949 lead auditorExperience in the following component types: Metal stamping, silicon rubber molding, electronics assembly, wire drawing, and raw material compounding Working knowledge of SAP, Process FMEA, statistical toolsKnowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and knowledge of Measurement DevicesTechnical Knowledge and SkillsQuality standards in the Automotive sector ISO 9001:2015; IATF; VDA and management systems for the environment 14001-fundamentals, APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning and Control Plan), PPAP (Production Part Approval Process)Management of the production approval process of series Design FMEA, Process FMEA Supplier Auditing Techniques, in accordance with customer-specific requirementsKnowledge/Reading of Technical Drawings/PrintsKnowledge of the product/process requiredIATF knowledge, Automotive process management and risk-based thinking*IATF core tools (APQP, MSA, SPC, FMEA, PPAP) Audit skills (IATF certification) Audit skills (VDA 6.3 - certification) *Technical drawing understandingTechnical development capabilitiesCQI 17 – soldering (keep only CQI, the “number” it depends by the category, mech, PCBA, rubber.)VDA 19 or ISO 16232BenefitsCompetitive pay based on experience.Climate-controlled environment (AC throughout the plant)Performance reviews and opportunities for raisesQuarterly bonuses (typically averages between $350-500)Health, dental, vision insurance options, HSA account with $500 company match annuallyShort-Term/Long-Term Disability401K with company matchAll employees start with 5 days of PTO, plus 2 weeks of vacation (accrued)Opportunities for advancement and professional development.A positive and supportive work environment.Company celebrations and events for holidays/milestonesAccess to ONSITE Gym, Café, and other benefitsEOE – Equal Opportunity Employer.