Sr. Supplier Quality Engineer

Powering Positive ChangeIn a world of constant change, the only way to make a meaningful impact is to stay ahead of the curve.That's why at Maxeon Solar Technologies we've been pushing the boundaries of solar innovation every day for 35 years - from the very edge of outer space to countless rooftops below.Our highly advanced solar products are powering the fight against climate change in more than 100 countries around the globe.And our brilliant, passionate, and driven team of more than 5,000 people globally are Powering Positive Change every day.Are you ready to power positive change?Ensures that suppliers deliver quality parts, materials, and services.Qualifies suppliers according to company standards and may administer a Certified Supplier Program in receiving inspection to ensure cost effectiveness.Monitors parts from acquisition through the manufacturing cycle and communicates and resolves supplier-related problems as they occur.Develops and prioritizes an auditing schedule to ensure that designated suppliers are audited on a regular basis to ensure good manufacturing practices (GMP) and quality standards are met.Evaluates suppliers' internal functions to assess their overall performance and provides feedback in assessment of their operation.**Knowledge and Technical Skills**: Applies working knowledge of scientific or engineering concepts.Develops technical expertise.Applies company policies and procedures to resolve a variety of issues.Proficiency in processes specific to job function, as well as processes used by adjacent organizations and functions.**Complexity**: Works on problems of moderate scope, where analysis of situations or data requires a review of a variety of factors.Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action.Builds productive internal/external working relationships.Solves simple technical problems.Assesses problems and applies insight into root cause.Proposes short-term mitigation and root cause corrective action.**Teamwork, Collaboration and Influence**: Communicates in a manner that assures understanding.Relates effectively to all types of people, including superiors, peers, and external colleagues.Readily shares information.Seeks ways to enhance team and work group performance.Collaborates within and outside process/area of responsibility.Seeks ways to enhance customer satisfaction.May work occasionally with customer or customer representatives to discuss technical matters.**Initiative**: Follows established procedures.Work is reviewed at critical checkpoints for technical judgment and overall accuracy.Creative Thinking and Innovation: Proactively suggests better approaches, product features or methods of optimization, for assigned projects.**Impact and Results Focus**: Delivers quality work on time, proactively highlighting and resolving barriers.Applies economic understanding and knowledge of the needs of SunPower's customers to projects and assignments.**Minimum Education and Experience**: B.S. degree in Engineering and 2+ years of related experience or M.S. Degree and 0+ years of related experience OR equivalent combination of education and years of related experience.Safety ComplianceYour safety is our number one priority at Maxeon.All our employees must complete regular workplace safety training and comply with our mandatory safety standards.Equal Employment OpportunityIt is Maxeon's policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees.Maxeon will not tolerate unlawful discrimination against any applicant or employee because of race, color, national origin or ancestry, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity, age, religion, disability, family care status, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by national, local, state or federal laws or regulations.