Supplier Quality Supervisor

Job Description

Role & responsibilities Lead the SQE/ IQC team and ensure the team performance to meet the department goals Identify the strength & weakness of team members. Define the job responsibilities to the team. Plan the training programmes for the team as per requirement Supplier Performance : Implement rigorous qualification processes, ensuring that selected suppliers meet performance standards Build and nurture positive relations with suppliers driving performance improvements to ensure product quality. Track supplier KPIs and performance trends identifying areas for improvement. Outcomes to be evaluated through metrics such as supplier yield, field defect rate, supplier quality plan engagement/effectiveness & corrective and preventative action closure. Conduct regular supplier audits & closing of open points on time Lead the SQE team to taken up the supplier complaints with respective suppliers. Ensure the on time closing of supplier concerns with 8D. Review the supplier 8D and ensure the CAPA is effective Conduct root cause analysis for recurring problems with supplier and implement targeted process improvement solutions that improve the quality. Preferred candidate profile Experience in Supplier Quality department in manufacturing level. B.E Mechanical / Electrical Engineering 10 - 12 years of Industry experience with Strong technical background on Stamping, Moulding, plating, assembly. Preference: Connector manufacturing industries Substantial experience in supplier development. Experience dealing with suppliers. Experience in developing and implementing vendor qualifications. Strong knowledge of Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (FMEA) , Control plan etc. Good leadership skills Understanding and interpretation of engineering drawings and related manufacturing processes Excellent computer skills Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, ERP Knowledge like QAD/Macola. Ability to travel towards vendor sites most of the time. Strong knowledge in Stamping, Plating & Molding operations & components Good knowledge in GD & T