Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) seeks a professional, innovative and detailed individual for our Lead Supplier Quality Engineer position. If you are looking for an opportunity to provide quality assurance support and lead cross-functional teams in pursuit of problem solving in a world class manufacturing facility, then this position is for you!
As a Lead Supplier Quality Engineer, a typical day might include the following:
Lead supplier partner development and qualification.
Identify and measure component failure trends and collaborate with our supplier partners to improve quality.
Partner with suppliers to understand problems and investigate root cause.
Evaluate supplier-provided failure analysis and initiate, monitor, and approve supplier corrective actions.
Provide technical leadership for supplier process improvement.
Facilitate process improvements by teaching Root Cause Analysis and World Class Manufacturing concepts.
Perform supplier audits to determine process capability, compliance to SEL requirements, regulatory, ISO 9001, or other ISO standards.
Model, teach, and apply SEL Values, Principles of Operations, and World Class Manufacturing Principles.
Other duties as assigned.
This job might be for you if you have:
B.S. in Engineering or related technical field
6+ years of experience in quality engineering or related field
Demonstrated success in resolution of quality issues in electronic design and manufacturing organizations.
Strong facilitation, organization, and communication skills.
Experience with quality assurance methods, including RCA, process capability, FMEA, SPC, etc.
Knowledge of applicable industry standards with understanding of probability/reliability concepts.
Willing to travel up to 25%.
Strong project management and problem-solving skills.
Experience using metrology and statistical methods.
Strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills.
Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities.
Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment.
Background check results satisfactory to SEL.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience using metrology and statistical methods
Knowledge of probability/reliability concepts
ASQ Certified Quality Engineer
Knowledge of ISO 9001:2015
Knowledge of design, manufacturing, and service processes
Location Information:
Pullman, WA- SEL's corporate office is located in Eastern Washington where you'll enjoy an unmatched quality of life. Enjoy the smaller town life: country space, freedom from traffic, easy access to recreational activities in nearby mountains, rivers, and forests, as well as great schools and universities.
Lewiston, ID- This position is located at SEL's state of the art manufacturing facility in Lewiston, ID where you'll enjoy an unmatched quality of life. Enjoy the smaller town life: country space, freedom from traffic, easy access to recreational activities in nearby mountains, rivers, and forests, as well as great schools and universities.
Pay Range Data:
Supplier Quality Engineer: $69,100 - $108,100 annually. Lead Supplier Quality Engineer: $79,400 - $124,000 annually. Our pay ranges are determined by job, responsibility, and location. We base our starting pay offer and title on location and job-related factors such as candidate experience, training, knowledge, and skills.
Competitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work.
People are at the core of our company and we hire employee-owners. We welcome you to learn more about how we support employees.
We're 100% employee owned. Retirement benefits include an employer funded stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401K options.
We offer top tier medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
We recognize the importance of a healthy life balance and offer: 10 paid holidays, annual vacation accrual starting at 12 days, 9 paid sick days, and paid family and medical leave that covers 90% of your pay.
We foster growth and development of our employees through avenues such as STEM courses, apprenticeships, tuition assistance, and engineering development programs.
Ask our team about other benefits including wellness, fertility, adoption, and flexible spending benefits.
 
Communication with Applicants
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SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.
