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Southwest Research Institute is Hiring a QUALITY ENGINEER - QUALITY SCIENTIST - SR. QUALITY ENGINEER - Supplier Quality Auditor Near San Antonio, TX
Who We Are:
Institute Quality Systems is a dedicated team of professionals committed to ensuring the effectiveness, efficiency, and compliance of internal processes within our organization. We conduct rigorous internal audits to identify opportunities for enhancement and compliance to international standards.
Objectives of this Role:
- Verify that the suppliers' products and services meet the quality requirements, standards, and specifications defined by the organization. This involves conducting audits to assess whether suppliers adhere to quality management systems, and applicable standards and regulations.
- Identify and assess potential risks associated with the supplier's processes, materials, or products.
- Supplier quality auditors evaluate the supplier's ability to identify and mitigate risks, ensuring that Southwest Research Institute is not exposed to quality-related risks.
- Identify opportunities for process improvement within the supplier's operations.
- Supplier quality auditors may suggest enhancements to manufacturing processes, quality control procedures, and quality management systems to ensure continuous improvement.
- Assess the overall performance of suppliers and provide objective feedback by analyzing key performance indicators (KPIs), delivery timelines, defect rates, and customer feedback to evaluate suppliers' capabilities.
- Maintain accurate and detailed records of audit findings, corrective actions, and supplier performance. Supplier quality auditors prepare comprehensive audit reports and share them with relevant stakeholders to facilitate decision-making.
Daily and Monthly Responsibilities:
- Review and plan the supplier audits to be conducted. This involves coordinating with relevant stakeholders, scheduling audits with suppliers, and preparing the necessary documentation and checklists.
- Conduct onsite audits at supplier facilities to assess their quality management systems, processes, and product conformity. Perform documentation review, inspections, interviews, and observations to evaluate the supplier's adherence to established standards and specifications.
- Prepare audit reports detailing the findings, observations, and recommendations from the supplier audits conducted.
- Ensure the reports are accurate, well-documented, and delivered to relevant stakeholders in a timely manner.
- Communicate with suppliers regarding audit results, corrective actions, and improvement plans.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, such as procurement, engineering, and quality assurance, to address supplier-related issues.
- Evaluate performance metrics of suppliers, such as on time delivery, defect rates, and product quality, to monitor their ongoing compliance with the purchasing organization's standards as part of the approved supplier list.
- Resolve Supplier Corrective Action Requests.
Requirements:
- Requires a Bachelors degree in Quality Management, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or related degree fields.
- 2 years: Experience in auditing, quality management, or supplier relationship management.
- 2 years: Familiarity with quality standards such as ISO 9001 or ISO 17025 is required.
- 2 years: Excellent communication skills to work with staff, management and representatives of suppliers.
- A valid/clear driver's license is required.
Benefits:
On Site Cafeteria, Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Holidays, Professional Development, Gym Memberships, Long Term Disability, Medical, Dental and Vision, Employee Referral Program, Retirement / Pension Plans, Health Care On Site, Flexible Spending Accounts, Vacation/paid time off, Merchandise Discounts, Employee Events, Parking , Military Leave, Paid sick days
About the Company:
Southwest Research Institute
We are R&D problem solvers providing independent, premier services to government and industry clients. Our multidisciplinary nature allows us to rapidly assemble diverse teams to tackle problems from multiple directions. We push the boundaries of science and technology to develop innovative solutions that advance the state of the art and improve human health and safety. Operating as a nonprofit since our 1947 inception, we work in the public’s best interest and toward the betterment of mankind. At SwRI, we tirelessly pursue innovation and excellence in science and technology for the betterment of humankind. We support work on nearly 4,000 client projects at any given time through a wide range of technical competencies with 2,574 staff members in nine technical divisions. Client services include, but are not limited to, Automotive and Transportation, Biomedical & Health, Chemistry & Materials, Computers and Electronics, Defense & Security, Earth & Space, Energy & Environment, and Manufacturing & Construction.
TECHNICAL DIVISIONS
- Applied Physics-Developing advanced electronic and microelectronic devices, power supplies, voice and data communication systems, robot test services, and payloads
- Applied Power-Using physical science research and applied engineering to produce sensors, instruments, and hardware used worldwide.
- Center for Nuclear Waste Regulatory Analyses-Resolving technical and regulatory issues related to a potential geologic repository for spent nuclear fule and high-level radioactive waste.
- Chemistry and Chemical Engineering-Performing research and technical services using chemistry and chemical engineering technology.
- Defense and & Intelligence Solutions-Providing advanced direction finding and tracking systems through geolocation system development.
- Fuels and Lubricants Research-Performing fuels and lubricants research activities to meet regulatory and competitive goals.
- Intelligent Systems-Providing engineering services in resaerch and development of complex systems and equipment.
- Mechanical Engineering-Improving safety, reliability, efficiency and life of new or existing mechanical components or systems.
- Powertrain Engineering-Designing and developing vehicle and engine components to achieve performance and emissions goals.
- Space Science & Engineering-Developing and managing advanced scientific payloads aboard satellites and sounding rockets.
PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE
Innovation in science and technology has been a hallmark of Southwest Research Institute since its earliest days. It's no exaggeration to say we are committed to advancing science and applying technology to benefit government, industry, and all humankind. That is our mission. Our multidisciplinary, collaborative approach allows us to successfully solve clients' most challenging problems. Today, we are a leader among independent, nonprofit research and development organizations. Our staff of 2,574 scientists, engineers, analysts, and support staff members continues to accomplish outstanding fundamental and applied engineering and research for clients from diverse segments of government and industry. Adam L. Hamilton, P.E, President and CEO
Company Size:
2,000 to 2,499 employees
Industry:
Engineering Services
Founded:
1947
Website:
http://www.swri.org/
Job Summary
Full Time
Business Services
$92k-109k (estimate)
03/06/2024
04/04/2024
swri.org
SAN ANTONIO, TX
1,000 - 3,000
1947
ADAM HAMILTON
$500M - $1B
Business Services
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About Southwest Research Institute
Southwest Research Institute is an independent, nonprofit, applied research and development organization. The staff numbers approximately 3,000 professionals specializing in the creation and transfer of technology in engineering and the physical sciences. Research volume for fiscal year 2019 was almost $674 million. SwRI headquarters occupy more than 1,200 acres in San Antonio, Texas, and provide more than 2 million square feet of laboratories, test facilities, workshops, and offices. SwRI maintains technical offices and laboratories in Ann Arbor, Mich.; Beijing, China; Boulder, Colo.; Hanover... and Rockville, Md.; Ogden, Utah; Minneapolis, Minn.; Oklahoma City; Warner Robins, Ga.; and Durham, N.H. SwRI is an independent organization. Likes, follows, and shares do not imply endorsements.
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