Supplier Quality Engineer
Description
The SQE ensures appropriate controls are implemented by suppliers on purchased products, all along procurement, manufacturing and packing.
As a Supplier Quality Engineer, your missions will include:
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Supporting quality clarifications with suppliers during the tender phase.
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Training suppliers on Arabelle Solutions' tools and processes (ITTS, supplier docs, NCR, EOMR, etc.).
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Preparing (for the quality-related part) and participating in kick-off and pre-inspection meetings (PIM) with suppliers, Arabelle Solutions representatives, and sometimes our clients.
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Reviewing and approving documentation under the responsibility of the supplier quality department, according to task distribution with specialists.
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Actively participating in Daily Management meetings to ensure precise governance of expected deliverables and to escalate any difficulties encountered to your manager.
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Coordinating and keeping the inspection follow-up (Inspection & Test Time Schedule ITTS) up to date.
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Performing inspections at suppliers' premises. A minimum of 30% of inspections are carried out by the supplier quality engineer. Issuing inspection reports. Subcontracting inspections if necessary.
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Analyzing and validating inspection reports, ensuring their internal distribution.
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Leading or supporting the resolution of NCRs (depending on commodities) and ensuring their closure.
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Conducting root cause analyses of non-conformities (RCA, 8D, A3), and developing supplier improvement plans.
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Performing field visits to suppliers (Gemba walk) during the preparation or execution of manufacturing operations.
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Implementing counter-expertise related to special processes (dimensional, welding, NDT, etc.).
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Reviewing and approving End of Manufacturing Reports (EOMR).
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Guaranteeing product conformity to contractual and regulatory requirements.
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Authorizing shipment when all quality criteria are met.
Profile requirements
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Degree in Mechanical Engineering
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Auditor certification, according ISO 19443
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Experience in supplier quality, manufacturing, or project quality
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Background in audits, inspections, or nonconformity management
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Ability to work with multiple stakeholders in a project environment
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Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
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Confident communicator with suppliers
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Fluent in English
Desirable Skills:
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Experience in energy, power, or heavy industry
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Familiarity with quality tools (RCA, FMEA, 8D)
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NDT (Level 2 or 3)
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