Supplier Quality Manager - Hydraulics_Heavy Engg_German MNC_Chennai

Basic Qualifications

• B.E/B. Tech Mechanical engineering or an equivalent technical field from an accredited university or college with 8-12 years of experience in Supplier development
• Quality Management Systems (QMS): ISO 9001, ISO14001, ISO 45001 other relevant quality standards.
• Should have good knowledge in APQP, PPAP & FMEA.

Technical Knowledge:

• Responsible for the development of Hydraulic systems both LP, HP, including qualifications of fittings, hoses, pumps, motor, seals and instrumentation parts like transmitter, Coolers, Heat exchangers based on the international standards, work Norms and specifications in coordination with the Global Commodity Team.
• Basic Knowledge of raw materials, Heat treatment process,
• Must possess a good knowledge in process like machining, welding, surface treatments, thorough knowledge in Quality systems knowledge, testing standards
• Able to define process for qualification for above standard and catalog parts at existing and new suppliers., for example: testing/qualifying criteria including process, and manufacturing ability assessment's,
• Supplier selection, qualification, evaluation, development, etc. considering the required technical standards and Work Norms.
• Planning and realization of VDA 6.3. process audits at the supplier and technical discussions (TG) Release of Supplier, and maintaining the supplier, for continuous improvement.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Supplier Qualification: Perform audits (Process, Product, Quality systems, Preassessment/Compliance) to assure that the suppliers have an effective process, product acceptance standard implemented. Identify & communicate best practices/risks. Trigger and follow through on supplier improvement programs.
• Supplier Inspections: Conduct or supervise physical inspections of different catalogue components.
• Provide technical guidance to suppliers to assure compliance with engineering drawings and specifications.
• Co-ordinate with internal stakeholders and customers to ensure timely inspection, documentation, and clearance of the offered items to meet project deliverables.
• Non-Conformity Management: For all defects, either in-process at suppliers works, establish a robust action plan to lead/support the RCA, CAPA and containment actions to minimize impact & prevent reoccurrence.
• Manage Supplier Deviation Request (SDR) activities as owner of the process and the first technical interface between the suppliers.
• Work closely with Sourcing, Quality and Engineering teams to be proactive in supplier selection.
• A technical discussion as well as the detailed explanation of the technical terms of delivery, work standards and drawings can be done with the supplier if required. The use of the first samples is defined in the project