US MNC: Supplier Quality Engineers @ Mumbai / Navi Mumbai

Qualification & experience

• B.E Mechanical/Electronics/Electricals / Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field
• 8+ years of relevant experience in Product Assembly Industries , in supplier quality assurance, Manufacturing, or a similar role,
• Handling multiple commodities , preferably within the Electrical Motor, Automotive, Industrial Controls , Electronics industries.
• Responsible for ensuring that all sourced Electrical / Mechanical / Plastic / Magnetic components & related control systems meet rigorous quality, engineering & regulatory standards.
• This role involves working closely with suppliers from the initial development stages through mass production to prevent defects & drive continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Supplier Evaluation & Selection: Assess & qualify potential new suppliers for electrical motors, control panels, PCBs (Printed Circuit Boards), & related electronic/electrical parts to ensure their manufacturing capabilities & quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001, ISO 13485 , IEC 60034) meet clients compliance.
• Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of electrical motor functionality control systems & associated manufacturing processes (winding, assembly, testing). Knowledge on Manufacturing Quality for various Commodities
• Quality Expertise: Proficiency in quality management systems (ISO 9001, IATF 16949) & quality tools/methodologies such as APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, SPC & lean manufacturing principles.
• Soft Skills: Excellent problem-solving, analytical, communication, & negotiation skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects & travel to supplier locations as needed.
• New Product Introduction (NPI) Support:

Collaborate with R&D & design engineering teams during new product development to define clear quality requirements, perform design reviews, & ensure the supplier's process capability

• Supplier Capability Assessment (SCA): A comprehensive evaluation of a supplier's operations, finance, & strategy.
• Gather process capability data (Cp/Cpk) & production samples during site visits for analysis & plotting the capability chart.
• Audits & Analysis: Reviewing manufacturing facilities, quality control systems, workforce, & technology.
• Familiarity with the 7 QC Tools (Pareto, Fishbone, Histogram, etc.)

Quality Control & Auditing:

• Plan & conduct regular on-site process & product audits at supplier facilities to verify compliance with quality standards, technical drawings, & specifications, including specific tests for motor performance, insulation, & control parameters.

Problem Solving & Corrective Action

• Lead investigations & perform root cause analysis (using tools like 8D, 5 Why for non-conforming materials or field complaints related to electrical / Electronics components (e.g., sensor failures, solder joint defects, motor malfunctions).
• Familiarity with the 7 QC Tools (Pareto, Fishbone, Histogram, etc.).

Performance Monitoring & Improvement:

• Track & analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) such as PPM (Parts Per Million defective), defect rates, & on-time corrective action closure.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives (Kaizen, Six Sigma, Poka-Yoke) within the supply chain to enhance product reliability & reduce costs.

Technical Liaison & Documentation:

• Act as the primary technical point of contact between suppliers & internal teams (Engineering, Procurement, Manufacturing).
• Manage & maintain all supplier quality documentation, inspection reports, & certifications.