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About the Role

The Supplier Quality Engineer will be responsible for supplier development in a manufacturing or service process, working with suppliers to continuously improve performance, implement process controls, and develop quality assurance plans.

Responsibilities

Select suitable suppliers based on quality, capability, pricing, delivery, environment, and society regulations against customer requirements.
Implement new supplier qualification through capability matching, risk assessment, self-assessment, onsite audits, and database management.
Provide value-added engineering proposals to customers and suppliers for optimization of supplier manufacturing processes or products.
Implement Material Qualification (PPAP), including FAI, Material Certificates, Quality/Process Control Plan, FMEA, MSA, Process Parameter Sheet, RoHS compliance, Reliability Test, and COC.
Track new qualified parts' quality performance during the pilot run phase to ensure customer quality requirements are met.
Drive corrective actions from suppliers during pilot runs and ensure a smooth transfer to mass production.
Act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for supplier quality hot issues and troubleshooting.
Assist with the annual maintenance audit for existing suppliers.
Help suppliers use quality tools to improve manufacturing processes and product quality.
Handle ECO/ECN/SCR from customers, monitoring status for PPAP/FAI requirements prior to production.
Work with suppliers to improve quality components of goods and services by understanding their manufacturing processes and applications.
Perform quality audits on suppliers to ensure products and services meet ISO and regulatory standards.
Build strong relationships with the purchasing engineer and supplier system.
Provide cross-functional support to select, approve, and develop suppliers.
Ensure supplier selection, development, approval, and rejection align with SJM vendor guidelines.
Drive full assessment of supplier process control plans, measures, and activities.
Utilize statistical techniques and professional judgment for process improvement research.
Develop and guide the execution of process validations and tests, documenting results.
Guide supplier process capability studies.
Construct Design of Experiments to characterize supplier processes and/or identify root causes.
Develop and implement procedures for new and/or improved supplier processes.
Provide engineering support to Receiving Inspection, including statistical research, measurement systems exploration, Gage R&R studies, and inspection procedures.
Participate in Material Review Board resolutions for supplier-provided parts and services.
Participate in supplier Quality System Improvement Plans.
Guide the Supplier Requests for Change process.
Perform supplier Quality System audits.
Perform corrective and preventive actions with suppliers.
Research non-conformances and supplier performance for key performance indicators.
Perform dock-to-stock monitoring and part selection activities.
Provide guidance to project teams for supplied component and supplier qualifications.
Guide teams in identifying risks and hazards related to new product designs, processes, suppliers, and applications.
Operate job-related equipment skillfully and safely.
Rate and track supplier performance and drive continuous improvement.
Establish and maintain supplier management processes and tools.

Requirements

Experience on AS9100.
Experience in problem-solving with quality tools such as: 8D, 5Whys, Ishikawa (fishbone), etc.
Has knowledge of a company's manufacturing process, applications and process development.
Demonstrates advanced functional and technical skills and basic process skills.

Skills

Electronic Assembly: color code, component, schematics.
Testing: oscilloscope, cable and harness testing, trouble shooting, component testing, logic analyzer.
Inspection: bare board, systems, components, cable and harness, microscope, measuring tools.
Mechanical & Electrical Tools: taps and dies, alignment tools, measuring tools.

Location

Austin, Texas

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

4 years of experience in engineering in the high technology electronics industry or related field.

Education Level

Bachelor degree in related field.

Benefits

Full range of medical, dental, and vision plans
Life Insurance
Short-term and Long-term Disability
Matching 401(k) Contributions
Vacation and Paid Sick Time
Tuition Reimbursement

About the Company

Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world.
A career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment.
If you are excited about a role but don't meet every bullet point, we encourage you to apply and join us to create the extraordinary.

Equal Opportunity

Flex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities.
We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law.
We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process.