Job Snapshot
Location:
5925 148Th St W
Apple Valley, MN 55124
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Other Pay:
bonus opportunity
Industry:
Manufacturing
Building Materials
Job Type:
Engineering
Supply Chain
Experience:
At least 3 year(s)
Contact Information
Description
Summary:
The Supplier Development Engineer is responsible for the continual improvement of the Supplier Quality Management systems for Uponor North America. The Supplier Development Engineer also plays a key role in building long lasting relationships with suppliers to enhance business growth. This is achieved through continuous improvement, cost savings, reduced inventory, shortened cycle time, and flexibility.
Responsibilities:
- Assist suppliers in developing and maintaining quality tools and methodologies for continuous improvements of field failures and product deviations.
- Monitor supplier performance and issue corrective actions/preventative actions as required.
- Assess supplier’s capabilities and quality management plan.
- Perform supplier audits and reviews.
- Interface and train suppliers regarding Uponor requirements such as: prints; packaging; labeling; etc.
- Improve supplier data performance tracking and reporting methods and tools.
- Participate in supplier selection decisions.
Seeks out opportunities to contribute to the business success through proactive involvement in team initiatives.
Requirements
Requirements:
Position requires a Bachelors degree or equivalent. Degree in Quality or Engineering preferred. A minimum of 5 years experience is required.
Project Management, Supply Chain Management, Total Quality Management, Lean, Six Sigma, Lean Six Sigma, and ISO training preferred.