Quality Engineer

Position Summary:

The Corporate Global Supplier Quality department is a diverse organization of engineers whose primary mission is to provide the quality and technology required to support The Carlstar Group’s global businesses. This position can be located at Carlstar's Jackson, Tennessee or Aiken, South Carolina locations.

The Corporate Supplier Quality Engineer will support supplier selection, development, approval and management as the key focus areas of responsibility. This position will participate with cross-functional team in identifying and qualifying new sources of supply for Raw Material and Purchased Finished Goods. Support the application of Supplier Information Software. Lead supplier improvement efforts (Supplier Development + Supplier Corrective Actions). The position will report to management on supplier performance, development activities, improvement initiatives, and trends.

Additionally, the SQE will develop relationships with suppliers and customers working closely with them at their plant locations to drive customer satisfaction.

This position reports to the Director of Global Quality.

Pivotal Experience and Expertise:

Carlstar seeks a results-oriented, analytical thinker with experience as a multi-disciplinary collaborative solution seeker. This individual will have demonstrated consistency and reliability in managing multiple projects and responsibilities that support the Suppliers quality assurance requirements. The Corporate SQE is able to produce data analytics reporting on supplier performance, trends, and Quality Engineering initiatives to ensure strong supplier partnerships and continual business growth

• In-depth experience in advanced quality planning including PPAP execution
• Able to train/coach/guide suppliers through advanced quality planning elements as well as various elements of PPAP
• Experience in defining PPAP requirements and follow up evaluation and approval of PPAPs
• Problem solving expertise focusing on preventive approach. Able to provide coaching in various problem-solving tools such as 8D, 5-why, Kepner Trego, etc.
• Familiar with ISO9001:2015, Six Sigma, Lean, and measurement equipment including CMM, Faro Arm, or similar
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial or Chemical Engineering or related field
• 3 years' experience in quality assurance
• Rubber industry and Metal industry experience, preferred
• Assist in all facets of supplier management activities.
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 25% including internationally if required.

Leadership Capabilities & Culture Fit:

• Results-oriented, self-starter, with a strong track record of achieving excellent results.
• A team player, who can work well in cross-functional organization at all levels.
• Models a Growth Mindset, learning from success and failure
• Exceptional interpersonal communication skills
• Strong analytical, creativity and problem-solving skills
• Strong bias towards satisfying customers
• Clear and concise oral and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• He or she will embrace a philosophy of transparency, healthy debate and accountability.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $95,000.00 - $98,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• ISO 9001: 3 years (Preferred)
• Quality assurance: 3 years (Preferred)
• PPAP: 3 years (Preferred)
• Lean improvement: 3 years (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Aiken, SC 29805 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Aiken, SC 29805: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person