SUPPLIER QUALITY ENGINEER (S026) Job Details

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SUPPLIER QUALITY ENGINEER (S026)

LOCATION: Acuna / Coahuila (MX-COA), Mexico | BRAND: KB Rail de Mexico | REQUISITION ID: 6649 | JOB GRADE: 15 | ON-SITE/REMOTE: On-site

Since 1890, New York Air Brake has been an innovative leader in the heavy-haul railroad industry. As a member company of Knorr-Bremse –the world’s leading manufacturer of braking systems for rail and commercial vehicles--New York Air Brake is recognized worldwide as a Center of Competence for heavy-haul freight railroad control systems. From multiple locations, we serve customers across the United States, Canada, and Mexico—reaching clear across the globe to South America, Africa, the Middle East, China, and Australia. Our talented, diverse, and dedicated teams develop innovative solutions to the challenges facing our customers. Join our KB Rail Mexico team in our next steps.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Position Summary

Must assure raw materials that arrive in plant comply with specification to the company’s drawings protecting production lines and customers as well. Maintain communications with suppliers to assure opportunities and corrective actions are implemented until these are found effective by creating systemic approach on ongoing issues. It reports to the Supplier Quality Lead.

Essential Functions

Ensure Supplier Quality Assurance and control functions related to production suppliers and deliver product that exceeds customer expectations.
Continuous improvement of production purchased suppliers.
Notify Supplier of Defects and lead the containment and Problem Solving until the issue is closed. (Issue Q2s, Prism Portal, Follow up conference Calls, On Time disposition of Defective Parts, Supplier Chargebacks Etc.)
Monitor a group of selected commodities for all company’s locations.
Review and audit supplier corrective actions to assure Quality Assurance and Avoid re incidences.
Monitor supplier PPM’s to achieve and sustain corporate goals.
Identify suppliers training.
Participate in manufacturability reviews (transitions, tool replacement, and new product launches)
Review supplier PPAP’s to assure overall content is correct and within specification (Internal & On-site) when issuing a Rejection.
Review COPQ charge backs and assure debits are being processed.
Review ORQ data entry for accuracy, and conduct supplier visits as required.
Participate in Supplier Continuous Improvement Meetings (SCI)
Participate in new project launch for the plants.
Support PSA activities and procedures with team members
No time constraints to finish pending action items.
Attend Daily Shop Floor Management Meetings and Department Functional Meetings to assure on time escalation of issues.
As well performs all those activities that by the nature of the position are required.
Adhere to the Health, Safety and Environmental Management System. Take responsibility for those aspects of the system over which they have control.

Knowledge

Six Sigma Greenbelt/Black Belt (Preferred)
PPAP exposure.
General knowledge of ISO/IATF-16949
Systemic approaches and root cause analysis
Quality Core Tools

Experience

2-3 years SAP experience
Minimum 3-4 years’ experience in Quality Assurance systems (Supplier related preferred)
Pneumatic systems (Preferred)
Plastic or Machining (CNC) experience (Preferred).
Automotive background (Preferred).
Blue Print Interpretation and GD&T exposure

Skills:

Sense of urgency
Process adherence
Proactive
Positive Attitude
Team player
Organized
Good Communication with production and support departments
Bilingual (English/ Spanish) English >70% read/write/Oral
Work with minimum supervision
Measurement equipment (desired)
Multitask activities working under pressure
Strong communication skills both oral and written.
Strong organizational skills.
Highly motivated individual.
Must be able to work with constant interruptions
Proficient in Microsoft Applications such as Excel, Word, & PowerPoint
Strong knowledge of multi-layer PCB assemblies, electronic cables and wire harnesses preferable

Education/Certifications

Degreed – BS Engineering (Preferred)
Must be bilingual (English/Spanish)
Position Summary

Must assure raw materials that arrive in plant comply with specification to the company’s drawings protecting production lines and customers as well. Maintain communications with suppliers to assure opportunities and corrective actions are implemented until these are found effective by creating systemic approach on ongoing issues. It reports to the Supplier Quality Lead.

Essential Functions
Ensure Supplier Quality Assurance and control functions related to production suppliers and deliver product that exceeds customer expectations.
Continuous improvement of production purchased suppliers.
Notify Supplier of Defects and lead the containment and Problem Solving until the issue is closed. (Issue Q2s, Prism Portal, Follow up conference Calls, On Time disposition of Defective Parts, Supplier Chargebacks Etc.)
Monitor a group of selected commodities for all company’s locations.
Review and audit supplier corrective actions to assure Quality Assurance and Avoid re incidences.
Monitor supplier PPM’s to achieve and sustain corporate goals.
Identify suppliers training.
Participate in manufacturability reviews (transitions, tool replacement, and new product launches)
Review supplier PPAP’s to assure overall content is correct and within specification (Internal & On-site) when issuing a Rejection.
Review COPQ charge backs and assure debits are being processed.
Review ORQ data entry for accuracy, and conduct supplier visits as required.
Participate in Supplier Continuous Improvement Meetings (SCI)
Participate in new project launch for the plants.
Support PSA activities and procedures with team members
No time constraints to finish pending action items.
Attend Daily Shop Floor Management Meetings and Department Functional Meetings to assure on time escalation of issues.
As well performs all those activities that by the nature of the position are required.
Adhere to the Health, Safety and Environmental Management System. Take responsibility for those aspects of the system over which they have control.
Knowledge
Six Sigma Greenbelt/Black Belt (Preferred)
PPAP exposure.
General knowledge of ISO/IATF-16949
Systemic approaches and root cause analysis
Quality Core Tools
Experience
2-3 years SAP experience
Minimum 3-4 years’ experience in Quality Assurance systems (Supplier related preferred)
Pneumatic systems (Preferred)
Plastic or Machining (CNC) experience (Preferred).
Automotive background (Preferred).
Blue Print Interpretation and GD&T exposure
Skills:
Sense of urgency
Process adherence
Proactive
Positive Attitude
Team player
Organized
Good Communication with production and support departments
Bilingual (English/ Spanish) English >70% read/write/Oral
Work with minimum supervision
Measurement equipment (desired)
Multitask activities working under pressure
Strong communication skills both oral and written.
Strong organizational skills.
Highly motivated individual.
Must be able to work with constant interruptions
Proficient in Microsoft Applications such as Excel, Word, & PowerPoint
Strong knowledge of multi-layer PCB assemblies, electronic cables and wire harnesses preferable
Education/Certifications
Degreed – BS Engineering (Preferred)
Must be bilingual (English/Spanish)

What does KB Rail Mexico have to offer you?
- Work-life balance that includes Paid Vacation & Holiday Paid Time Off
- Vacation Premium
- Major medical expenses
- Christmas Bonus
- Life insurance
- Educational assistance program
- Wellness program
- Saving Fund
- Pantry Vouchers
- Personal Days Paid
- Permits paid for: Marriage or Death of a direct relative
- Attendance Bonuses
- Cafeteria Subsidy
- Subsidy for prescription glasses
- Medical service in plant
- Recognition Programs

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