Supplier Quality Engineer I

Supplier Quality Engineer I

SIG SAUER, Inc.  is a leading provider and manufacturer of firearms, electro-optics, ammunition, airguns, suppressors, remote controlled weapons stations, and training.  For over 250 years SIG SAUER, Inc. has evolved, and thrived, by blending American ingenuity, German engineering, and Swiss precision.  Today, SIG SAUER is synonymous with industry-leading quality and innovation which has made it the brand of choice amongst the U.S. Military, the global defense community, law enforcement, competitive shooters, hunters, and responsible citizens.  Additionally, SIG SAUER is the premier provider of elite firearms instruction and tactical training at the SIG SAUER Academy.  Headquartered in Newington, New Hampshire, SIG SAUER employs people across various U.S. locations, and global facilities across multiple regions.  SIG SAUER is certified a Great Place to Work™.  For more information about the company and product line visit: www.sigsauer.com.

Position Summary: The Supplier Quality Engineer I will ensure the overall quality of supplied manufactured products. They will investigate and disposition nonconforming product and work to prevent its reoccurrence at the source by way of SCAR's, implementing control plans, and utilizing R&R and biased gaging methods. They will also support production needs in a timely manner by organizing required scrap, sorts, and rework for supplied nonconforming material as necessary. Working in a team environment, the Supplier Quality Engineer I will collaborate with cross functional teams including Design Engineers, Manufacturing, internal Quality, Project Management, Production Planning, Incoming Inspection, Purchasing as well as outside manufacturing and OSP suppliers.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Review and disposition non-compliant material of minor issue complexity utilizing provided and self-verified inspection data. Assess issue culpability with assistance from senior staff as needed.
• Accurately determine correct gaging methods to aid incoming inspection and when verifying inspection data. Collect data for Gage R&R and bias. Experienced in MRP, PPAP, and Microsoft programs including Access. Extensive knowledge of the supplier quality management systems and Vendor Evaluation systems.
• Experienced in MRP, PPAP, and Microsoft programs including Access. Extensive knowledge of the supplier quality management systems and Vendor Evaluation systems.
• Proficient in print reading and able to identify features for inspection. Identify external specification referenced in technical documentation and apply to the inspection process. Understanding and working fluency of GD&T symbology assigned per ASME Y14.5.
• Develop & document ISO-compliant standards under direction of senior Engineers. Understanding of the ISO process.
• Basic understanding of the requirements of ATF compliance. Full understanding of the critical role ATF compliance plays in the continued health of the business.
• Generate and drive SCARs to completion as assigned by supervisor.
• Engage in continuous improvement projects and tasks.
• Make decisions with guidance on corrective actions for supplier quality problems that arise. Communicate effectively to leadership verbally and in written format regarding problems and corrective action.
• Participate in 5s workplace organizational activities and maintain work area in accordance with 5s standard.
• Must follow all required Safety and ISO procedures.
• Miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Education/Experience & Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering sciences, and 0-3 years of experience in a Manufacturing or Quality Engineering role.
• Mechanical technical expertise required. Should have experience with basic inspection equipment such as calipers, micrometers, dial indicators, and microhites.
• Proficient with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint applications. Must have experience with CAD software.
• Possess experience in evaluating and troubleshooting the primary manufacturing processes at suppliers.
• Must be able to clearly, concisely, and accurately convey ideas and information to suppliers and internal customers, both verbally and in written form. Must know their audience to be able to communicate effectively.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Capable of completing tasks as assigned in a timely manner. Able to organize and prioritize tasks with assistance.

Working Conditions:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working at a computer using a keyboard and mouse performing repetitive tasks.
• The duties of this job normally require exposure to a typical manufacturing area where frequent standing, sitting, stooping/squatting, walking and stair climbing can be expected along with frequent lifting and/or moving of tooling, parts, containers, and materials up to 40 pounds.
• Must be able to reach with hands and arms, bend and kneel frequently at a minimum 50% of the shift, as well as undergo repetitive wrist, hand, elbow, shoulder, and ankle

motions.

• Must demonstrate proficient fine motor skills, be able to grip, reach, pull, turn, and use tools to torque fixtures in various machinery.

• Specific vision abilities required may include close vision, distance vision, peripheral and depth perception and ability to focus.
• Must wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) where required.
• Must comply with all work exposure EH&S training requirements and adhere to SIG SAUER Inc. Security Mandates.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.