Supplier Quality Engineer
Pole/Zero CorporationConnecting and Protecting People, Microwave Products Group (MPG) is a leading global provider of mission-critical engineered electronic components and subsystems comprised of five business units in six manufacturing locations. Our brand names are recognized globally including: BSC Filters, York, UK; Criteria Labs, Austin, TX; Dow-Key Microwave, Ventura, CA; Pole/Zero, West Chester, OH; Espy, Austin, TX; and K&L Microwave, Salisbury, Maryland and Dominican Republic. Our expertise is the design and manufacture of communications-based specialty products – engineered components and subsystems – for demanding military, space, commercial aerospace/industrial, and telecom infrastructure applications where function and reliability are crucial. As a Supplier Quality Engineer at Microwave Products Group – Pole/Zero Corporation in West Chester, OH, you will support the military community by managing the supplier quality programs and initiatives and manage the receiving inspection functions and staff. Primary Responsibilities Responsible for managing the process of receiving inspection to acceptance into stock Responsible for the audit of suppliers to applicable Quality/Business System standards (AS9100, ISO9001, etc.) Responsible for the audit of suppliers to industry technical specifications, as applicable Responsible for maintaining a supplier visit plan to ensure our supply chain is adhering to the Supplier Policy Manual Responsible for supplier visits and maintaining trip reports Responsible for the Supplier Corrective Action System Responsible for the approval and disqualification (when necessary) of suppliers Responsible for developing and maintaining supplier audit records Responsible for investigating problems found in production and/or receiving inspection when related to supplied material Responsible for communicating quality issues or concerns with suppliers Responsible for facilitating MRB for incoming material Responsible for managing the receiving inspection activities and staff and supporting the determination of conformance as necessary Responsible for facilitating FAI on supplied material Responsible for material handling of scrap incoming, raw material, and/or material found in production that was supplied Responsible for reporting supplier performance data, including monthly meetings with management and providing data for supplier scorecards Assist suppliers with quality improvements and drive quality requirements to ensure Pole/Zero is receiving a quality product Work cooperatively with supply chain on improvements with sourcing partners and the process Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Must be able to effectively communicate with Supply Chain and Engineering on supplier technical/quality issues Excellent communications skills, verbal, and written Must be able to diplomatically work with other departments and communicate effectively with all levels of the organization Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite Must have knowledge of Quality System standards; AS9100, ISO9001, etc. SPC and Continuous Improvement/Lean Manufacturing knowledge a plus Requirements Include Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent work experience) in Electrical, Mechanical or Industrial Engineering Five years technical experience in the electronics industry a plus Must be a US person (US Citizen or Permanent Resident - Green Card Holder). Benefits of joining our team! Annual incentive plan (bonus) Paid vacation and sick time Up to 10 paid holidays/year 4 hours voluntary time off to volunteer for your favorite charity Health, dental, and vision insurance, subject to applicable premium deductions Short-term and long-term disability insurance – 100% company paid Other ancillary insurance options available 401(k) retirement account with matching MPG contributions & profit sharing (if applicable) Profit Sharing Plan - potential up to 3% of base salary Educational Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year Gym membership reimbursement up to $120 per year This pos…