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Wabtec US Rail, Inc. is Hiring a Supplier Quality Engineer Near Plattsburgh, NY
Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions and value-added services for freight and transit rail. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation and Faiveley Transport, the company has unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems. Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress, creating transportation solutions that move and improve the world. Wabtec has approximately 27,000 employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit the company’s new website at: http://www.WabtecCorp.com. It’s not just about your career… or your job title…it’s about who you are and the impact you are going to make on the world. Do you want to go into uncharted waters…do things that haven’t been done to make yours and someone else's life better? Wabtec has been doing that for decades and we will continue to do so! Through our people, leadership development, services, technology and scale, Wabtec delivers better outcomes for global customers by speaking the language of industry. Wabtec N. America Supplier Quality Engineer – Engineered Systems & Diversified Products is responsible for critical component development, quality management, continuous improvement, and qualification activities at suppliers. The Supplier Quality Engineer position requires effective communication at all levels both with internal and external teams, conducting failure analysis, leading statistical process control activities for critical components, travel to in-region suppliers, and on-the-spot critical decision making. The goal: developing suppliers by teaching best practices for manufacturing, quality, and engineering, delivering on time quantities of high-quality component parts into Wabtec’s Transit production facilities. Location(s): Duncan, SC; Plattsburgh, NY, Erie PA, Montreal, CAN Qualifications/Responsibilities Strong interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to influence others and lead cross-functional teams Strong understanding of engineering requirements and mechanical and electrical inspection methods - ability to interpret drawings, specifications, contracts that will enable development and review of Quality Processes, and related Performance Metrics Work with Engineering teams to incorporate all applicable specifications and customer requirements into Supplier PPAP processes Work closely with Sourcing Leaders to manage and implement supplier/engineering changes, New Product Introductions (NPIs), and PPAPS according to Supplier Quality Requirements / Supplier PPAP Own supplier audits, ensuring compliance and driving improvement plans where needed to improve Non-Conformance Records and PPM performance Closely monitor supplier performance and work with the suppliers to drive defect reductions and manage corrective actions Build expertise to drive long term improvement; resulting in significant quality business impact; improvement in processes and standards, supplier capability development, ensuring sustainable improvement Performs assessments and audits on processes and procedures to ensure compliance to specifications, engineering drawings, procedures Qualifications / Requirements Knowledge of quality and business systems Previous experience working with Engineered Systems, Diversified Products Understanding and interpretation of engineering drawings Knowledge of ISO, IRIS, or other certifying bodies’ standards, quality procedures, and audit techniques Knowledge of quality and business systems Understanding and interpretation of engineering drawings Understanding manufacturing, material flow, process change, and quality processes Strong problem-solving and data analytics skills Ability to develop and execute objectives for self and others and the ability to effect short-term and some long-term business goals Strong sense for customer service and high attention to detail Direct experience collaborating with engineering and/or manufacturing operations Engages interest and participation of others and has a collaborative approach to working together Ability to work on own initiative and knows when to seek guidance Bachelor's Degree (Or an Associate's Degree with 2 years of professional work experience, Or a High School Diploma / GED with a minimum of 4 years of quality experience) Ability to travel up to 40%, possibly on short notice Desired Characteristics Previous experience in a Supplier Quality role Direct experience participating and leading Lean Manufacturing events, and continuous improvement activities Prior practical experience and implementation of Quality Engineering tools and systems such as: FMEA, APQP, PPAP, control plans, material control, process control, systems performance, product evaluation Auditor certification such as EMS/QMS, AIAG, ISO Wabtec provides a competitive total compensation package that includes a comprehensive employee benefits program. Wabtec also contributes Annual and Matching contributions to your 401(k) account to help your savings grow. Each pay period, Wabtec will match 100% of your contribution up to a maximum of 3% of your eligible compensation. Wabtec also will make an Annual Contribution of 3% of your compensation, whether or not you contribute your own funds to the Savings Plan. That’s a total of 6% of your annual compensation in Company-provided contributions! 12 paid holidays Unlimited time off (in accordance with your leader) Wabtec Corporation is committed to taking on the world’s toughest challenges. In order to fulfill that commitment we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity and inclusiveness. We aim to employ the world’s brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences and styles…people like you! Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.
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