Supplier Quality Engineer

Nordson EFD, a global leader in Engineered Fluid Dispensing, is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we are looking for candidates who share that same commitment.

Summary of the role

As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment, where your ideas and contributions will be valued and respected.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Track the supplier’s performance indicators, based on their scorecards and ranking and in conjunction with the SCM group, to facilitate and develop the supply base’s ability to consistently meet or exceed our define expectations.
• Routinely provide performance communication to the supply base and internal personnel to ensure the proper use of suppliers based on performance.
• Drive a systematic problem solving and process improvement approach utilizing Lean Six Sigma principles.
• Function as a technical liaison between suppliers, engineering, SCM group, business group, and manufacturing sites, to resolve supplier related issues.
• Assure supplier’s corrective and preventive action plans are developed and executed in compliance with Nordson expectations. Report on the status of corrective actions, as required, to the business group.
• Manage relationships with suppliers in alignment with Nordson ethical business practices with a focus on improvement of product quality. Performs supplier audits/assessments in conjunction with the SCM group to ensure compliance with quality standards of their organization and collaborates on process improvement.
• Develop and continually assess program for supplier quality audits and surveys that will serve to mitigate risks, improve quality, and strengthen relationships with the suppliers.
• Ensure that all products delivered from a supplier comply to manufacturing specifications and company standards. Manage supplier quality escalations when appropriate.
• Develop and implement inspection control plans for new and existing purchase parts.
• Support and coordinate new product activities and direction to optimize the transition from new product development to production by promoting early supplier involvement at project development stages.
• Receiving inspection has a strong dotted line to the Supplier Quality Engineer
• Provide direction to receiving inspection including procurement of tools to enhance measurement capability and setting inspection frequencies.
• Provide direction for first article inspection reports and assist with mechanical inspection as needed.
• Ensure compliance and assist with adherence to the Quality Management System (ISO 9001:2015).
• All other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or technical related field required.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in quality engineering or related engineering field
• Experience in ISO 9001:2015
• Experience using ERP software, SAP preferred.
• Experience using Minitab Statistical software &/or EIQ software is a plus
• Demonstrate understanding of quality tools and industrial statistics such as SPC, FMEA, and control planning.

Skills and Abilities

• Must be able to use gages such as calipers, and micrometers.
• Must be able to read engineering drawings and have knowledge of GD&T

• Ability to write simple correspondence, simple instructions, and memos. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization
• Knowledge of quality control tools such as root cause analysis and basic SPC including CpK analysis
• Working knowledge of Six Sigma techniques, and ASQ certification preferred
• Superior audit and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities.
• Ability to multi-task
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively at any level within the company.
• Proficiency using the Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Detail-oriented
• Must be able to travel to both the Rhode Island & Connecticut Facilities

Interested?

If you are interested in being a part of a team and creating an inclusive and diverse workplace, please apply online with your CV.

About Nordson EFD

Nordson EFD is a world-leading designer and manufacturer of fluid dispensing systems and single-use fluid packaging. By joining our team today, you will help us bring innovative ideas to life. Nordson EFD is a global team that works to create systems and consumables that improve the fluid dispensing process. We offer a supportive culture in a growing and dynamic work environment. Whether you're just beginning your career or you're a seasoned professional, there's a place for you to belong at Nordson EFD. We offer hourly and salary positions in production, maintenance, customer service, quality, engineering, and more. We actively invest in our teams to help you build your skillsets and advance your career.