Senior Supplier Quality Development Engineer

SCOPE OF ROLE

The Senior Supplier Quality and Development Engineer plays a key role in the success of the Global Supply Chain Management function in North America.

This position is responsible for leading and deploying both strategic and tactical Supplier Quality and Development initiatives across the global supply base for Corporate Supplier Quality and Development.

This position will lead and manage Supplier Quality and Development activities on sourcing projects and supply chain optimization efforts utilizing technical knowledge and quality engineering expertise to meet / exceed project goals and milestones.

In addition, this position is also responsible for providing quality and technical support in leading and managing Supplier Development projects including continuous improvement using Six Sigma and Lean tools.

Job responsibility includes evaluation and assessment of supplier capability, capacity, stability and risk to enhance both the current and new supply base to meet or exceed Regal Rexnord’s supplier performance measures.

This function participates in the establishment and deployment of standardized processes, policies & procedures, taking the necessary steps to assure continued compliance.

This individual demonstrates strong technical skills in the execution of supplier manufacturing process improvements, supplier quality systems, best practices and advanced quality problem solving.

The successful candidate must possess and demonstrate influential leadership to guide, mentor, and support the development of others by transferring skill, knowledge, and experience that enhances their capabilities.

This position will report to the Mexico Manager of Supplier Quality and Development.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Completion of Supplier Assessments both current supply base and potential suppliers and to develop, prioritize and execute corrective actions and Supplier Development Plans to continually improve supplier performance.
• Maintain, monitor and support accurate reporting of supplier metrics from Global manufacturing facilities.
• Reviewing Supplier Scorecard’s to identify Top supplier offenders and proactively engaging supply base for an improvement plan to meet RRX expectations and targets.
• Lead supplier safety, quality, and development activities that will refine and improve safety and quality of the product and process as measured by supplier performance metrics, internal plant quality metrics and external quality indicators.
• Lead and drive supplier quality activities such as Capacity risk assessment, APQP, PPAP, corrective / preventive actions including continuous improvement techniques to help suppliers minimize process variation and achieve desired process control including desired Regal Rexnord performance metrics.
• Significantly contributes on technical quality issues collaborating with both internal stakeholders and suppliers on cost reduction sourcing projects and strategic supply chain optimization initiatives.
• Mentor and coach both Plant Quality Staff and Supplier Quality Engineers in performance and execution of Regal Rexnord’s Supplier Quality Systems according to policy and procedure.
• Support problem identification and drive resolution of supplier quality issues to deliver stakeholder expectations and enhance end-user customer satisfaction.
• Provide support in establishing and implementing standardized quality best practices, processes and procedures within the supply chain function and across suppliers.
• Leads and educates suppliers in the application of advanced quality tools and problem-solving methodologies while providing support as a technical mentor and coach to internal stakeholders.
• Utilizes internal functional customer feedback as an input to drive continuous improvements across Regal Rexnord’s supply chain.
• Utilizes self-assessment and feedback from stakeholders while actively seeking out opportunities to address self-development needs to grow and develop credibility
• Other duties as assigned

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE / QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Materials, Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering and minimum of 10+ years of proven Supplier Quality or a mixture with Quality Assurance experience in a manufacturing or assembly environment, advanced degree preferred.
• Specific Knowledge of one or two key manufacturing areas such as metallurgy, heat treatment, castings or forgings with foundry experience, Machining, Plastics or Coatings is desired.
• Demonstrated experience with a variety of manufacturing processes, practices, and procedures.
• Strong expertise and demonstrated use of quality tools and principles such as Six Sigma, APQP, PPAP, PFD, FMEA, PCP, MSA and SPC.
• Proven success in the use and mentoring of Problem-Solving methods, Root Cause analysis and Statistical decision-making including application knowledge of Minitab.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to thoroughly analyze, interpret data / information to make sound informed decisions.
• Strong experience in project management which include planning, supervising, monitoring, and accomplishing the goals of specific project requirements.
• Working knowledge of Supplier QMS assessment, ISO 9001, TS16949 and AIAG CQI technical process audits with experience performing Supplier audits.
• Experience in metrology, inspection and measurement techniques and new product development process.
• Proficient in MS Office and other software applications including ERP systems.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing tools and mindset to drive continuous improvement.
• Ability to work with all levels of Rexnord organization in a team-based matrix organizational structure including Regal Rexnord supply base.
• Substantial experience in successfully leading teams and the ability to foster key stakeholder relationships.
• Ability to lead the organization in embracing quality change and communicate the value and need for change.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Demonstrates the ability to identify self-development needs and explores new opportunities for career advancement, skill development and professional growth.
• Quality / Engineering certification is highly preferred, Six Sigma or other professional society / organization certification is a plus.
• Domestic and International travel is required for this position.
• 50%+ travel required.

About Regal Rexnord

Regal Rexnord Corporation ( Regal Rexnord ) is a leading manufacturer of electric motors, electrical motion controls, power generation and mechanical power transmission products and sub-systems, serving customers around the world in the general industrial, consumer, commercial construction, food & beverage, and alternative energy end markets, among others.

Regal Rexnord sells its products and solutions to OEMs, through distributors, and directly to end-users. Regal Rexnord is a $7.

2B company with 36,000 associates globally.

You may not know it, but Regal Rexnord impacts your life every day. The company’s products enable the fans in HVAC systems that keep us comfortable;

the power source that keeps smart buildings running; the agricultural and food service equipment that keeps us fed; and the conveyer systems that keep e-commerce flowing, to name a few of the applications where our products are used.

Regal Rexnord’s business purpose is to create a better tomorrow by energy-efficiently converting power into motion. This means creating innovative solutions while focusing on both customer needs and the company’s commitment to sustainability.

The company’s industrial powertrain and automation solutions offerings are an important part of the company's growth strategy.

The company’s strategy includes leveraging 80 / 20 to prioritize all activities, including product excellence, operational excellence and commercial excellence (i) driving organic sales growth through the introduction of innovative new products, with a particular focus on improving energy efficiency, (ii) establishing and maintaining new customers, as well as developing new opportunities with existing customers, (iii) participating in higher growth end markets and geographies, and (iv) identifying and consummating strategic, value creating acquisitions.