Supplier Quality Engineer
We are looking for a Supplier Quality Engineer! If you are a person passionate about quality and continuous improvement, this is your opportunity to become part of our work team and contribute to our commitment to offering high-quality products and services to our clients.
Responsibilities
Evaluate the quality of materials and services delivered by suppliers.
Identify opportunities for improvement in products and services delivered by suppliers.
Coordinate with suppliers the implementation of corrective and preventive measures.
Conduct quality audits at suppliers.
Track improvement plans implemented by suppliers.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
Minimum of 3 years of experience in quality and supplier management.
Knowledge of quality and continuous improvement tools such as Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma.
Knowledge of technologies and processes related to the production area.
Ability to work as a team and effective communication skills.
Availability to travel to supplier locations.
Don't miss this opportunity to grow professionally and join our work team! Come and be part of a company committed to quality and continuous improvement.
Interview Questions
What are your skills for identifying and solving quality problems that arise in mass production?
The candidate is expected to describe how they use specific tools and techniques to identify and solve potential problems. The candidate should also provide examples of how they have used these skills in previous work.
How do you handle discrepancies in supplier quality reports?
The candidate is expected to describe how they handle discrepancies in quality reports, including how they investigate the problem, how they work with the supplier to resolve the problem, and how they communicate the status of the problem to their team.
How do you work with suppliers to establish quality and compliance criteria?
The candidate is expected to describe how they work with suppliers to establish quality and compliance criteria, including how they negotiate contracts, conduct audits at supplier facilities, and develop processes to measure supplier success.
How do you develop and measure quality metrics for suppliers?
The candidate is expected to describe how they develop and measure quality metrics for suppliers, including how they use data to track supplier performance and how they communicate results to internal teams.
What techniques do you use to communicate effectively with suppliers and internal teams?
The candidate is expected to describe the specific techniques they use to communicate with suppliers and internal teams, including how they handle tense situations and how they maintain clear and consistent communication.
How do you manage quality and compliance documentation related to suppliers?
The candidate is expected to describe how they manage quality and compliance documentation related to suppliers, including how they ensure accurate and up-to-date records are maintained and how they ensure suppliers comply with required standards.
How do you stay up to date on industry trends and quality standards?
The candidate is expected to describe how they stay up to date on industry trends and quality standards, including how they attend relevant conferences, participate in professional associations, and pursue their own continuing professional development.
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