Supplier Quality Development Engineer

In this highly visible role, the Supplier Quality Development Engineer will ensure the quality of the products assembled at Nilfisk meet all customer expectations; quickly and effectively take action when non-conformances are found. Maintain the most recent interpretations of the quality system requirements and therefore ensure that documented practices meet the true interpretation of the quality management system standards. The person will partner closely with various cross functional team to enable operational success, ensure supplier corrective action and improve process & customer quality.

Responsibilities

• Support Category management on Supplier Approval process, evaluate supplier's capability (manufacturing and quality). Work with suppliers on quality planning and part approval process tasks in Pipeline projects. Make sure supplier quality tasks are completed on time.
• Execute supplier improvement tasks, quality planning and part approval processes in NPD projects. Support early supplier involvement, supplier selection and evaluate supplier's capability (manufacturing and quality). Make sure Suppler improvements and PPAP activities are completed in line with NPD project timing plan.
• Drive supplier improvement and development activities to achieve or go beyond the desired quality KPIs (eg: DPM, TCOPQ, SCAR/TFR) with the use of quality tools such as QS,PCPA, CA-PA, NSDP, LEAN, TOP Focus (worst) program etc.). Train suppliers about quality tools as necessary.
• Support development & maintenance of Nilfisk supplier quality requirements / standards / processes. Support local quality on Internal audits.

Minimum Requirements;

• MS or BS degree in Manufacturing, Industrial, Automotive, Mechanical Engineering, or Engineering Technology.
• Min of 3-5+ years of Quality Engineering , Reliability engineering, Metal Parts & Plastic process fabrication
• Execution level of Automotive Quality tools (APQP, PPAP, MSA, SPC, PFEMA, 8D, 5Y, ISHIKAWA).
• Proficient in use of MS Office software, Excel. Word, PowerPoint
• SAP Knowledge is advantage
• Willing to Travel 35%+ of time
• ISO 9001 and/or IATF16949 internal auditor or Lead assessor auditor Certificate is advantage)

Preferred Experience

• Strong knowledge of mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, plastics, Metal parts & Electronics (Sensor, Video Cameras, Digital Services ) components
• Able to work in teams as much as working individuality
• Capable of Multitasking and handling a complex working environment
• Having systematic and structured working methodology. 
• Self-confident and persistence- Capable of making decisions and work independently.

Let's create a cleaner future together

Cleaning has emerged as a key contributor to health and safety, sparked by technology and innovation. At Nilfisk we are a driving force in this development. Being part of Nilfisk means thinking outside of the box, bringing your inspiring ideas to life, sharing the results, and learning from your setbacks. We believe that diversity is our greatest strength – as we achieve the best results from a wide variety of views and approaches. At Nilfisk, you have the freedom to be yourself and express your opinions. Nilfisk is firmly committed to growth and sustainability in everything we do. You will be empowered in your role as you collaborate with passionate colleagues on a quest to create a cleaner future.

Are you ready to make a change for a cleaner future?

We embrace diversity and equality with an environment of inclusion. We encourage everyone to apply for the position, regardless of origin, race, ethnicity, religion, physical or mental ability, gender, gender-identity or expression, sexual orientation, and age.

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