Reports to: Supplier Quality & Development Manager

Number of direct reports: None

Travel: 25%

Schedule: Onsite

Summary:

The Sr. Supplier Development Engineer is responsible for managing all aspects of the APQP process of new part and product launches as well as the development of new suppliers. You will all investigate, analyze, and correct problems in production, control, and quality. Additionally, you will perform on-site quality audits to ensure supplier parts quality, process improvements, and warranty issues.

Main responsibilities:

• Coordinate the Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) for new supplier parts and product launches
• Coordinate or lead suppliers toward product or process improvement
• Using 8D methodologies to determine the root-cause and correct manufacturing, warranty, and scrap issues within a cross functional team
• Responsible for the Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) from suppliers
• Process non-conformance reports, engineering changes and PPAPs
• Develop control plans, process flow diagrams, PFMEAs, and inspection plans
• Integrate quality requirements in supplier programs for Standardized Work, 5S, and Preventive Maintenance (PM).
• Champion the SCAR (Supplier Corrective Action Report) process
• Coordinate with various departments such as Design, Engineering, Strategic Sourcing and Operations to conduct problem investigations and implement corrective actions
• Work with Strategic Sourcing on progress of supplier activities and supplier selection
• Assist suppliers in the development of sampling plans and implement statistical process controls (SPC)
• Determine inspection requirements and gauge selection for new parts
• Apply engineering disciplines to maintain the integrity of organizational quality standards
• Play a key role in the Product Development Process (PDP) to implement controls on supplier selection and part procurement
• Lead product development team for establishing product-specific internal QA/QC processes and equipment
• Visit suppliers as required to deal with onsite quality issues
• Complete additional job duties and assignments as necessary
• Flexibility to travel up to 25% (domestic and international)

Qualifications and experience:

• Possess a technical degree or certificate such as mechanical, electrical, quality, or manufacturing engineering
• A minimum of ten years practical experience as a Supplier Quality or Supplier Development Engineer with both mechanical and electrical components
• Experience with rotating equipment is strongly desired
• Strong proficiency with MS Office programs including: Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerBI and PowerPoint
• Good knowledge of large & small aluminum component casting and machining
• Knowledge of various manufacturing processes (such as machining, mechanical & electrical assembly, welding, and molding)
• Ability to utilize and implement Standardized Work, 5S, preventative maintenance, and quality requirements
• Must be familiar with measurement gauges such as CMM, Micrometer, Caliper, and go/no-go
• Experience with large rotating component testing/manufacturing process is an asset
• Experience in both low and high volume manufacturing environment preferred
• ASQ Quality Certifications or equivalent is preferred
• Previous automotive industry experience is a plus
• Previous experience in a manufacturing/production tools would be an asset (MRP, ERP, Configuration Management etc.)
• Must have working knowledge of GD&T and dimensional metrology
• Basic statistical skills with Minitab or similar are required (normal distribution, cpk, ppk, GR&R, SPC)
• Must be able to interpret CMM results

Behavioral requirements:

• Strong problem solving and decision making abilities
• Well-developed organizational skills with the ability to manage a variety of tasks
• Must have real world experience working with individuals of diverse backgrounds and a respect for difference
• Professional demeanor whether in person, via email or on the telephone
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
• Ability to work well independently and as part of a strong team

Dometic overview:

Dometic Group operates in the retail industry and manages the manufacturing, sales, and service of products for the outdoor market. The product range is broad and includes portable coolers, grills, air conditioning systems, tents, batteries, and solar energy solutions for mobile, outdoor lifestyles. The business is a global company and customers include retailers of outdoor products as well as consumers and manufacturers of vehicles and boats. The Dometic Group was founded in 2001 and is headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden.

Dometic is passionate about building together an inclusive and equitable working environment that respects individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that diversity enables us to thrive across our differences. Be yourself and join us!