Quality Engineer

Our client, a leader in mission-critical communications products, solutions & services, is actively looking for a Quality Engineer to join their team in L ewisville, TX! This role is fully onsite and may require occasional travel to Mexico if needed (fully paid for by the company) so local candidates are required.

***This is a 6 month initial contract with the opportunity to extend based on performance & business needs***

This Quality Engineer will be responsible for identifying technical problems with suppliers and implementing corrective actions as well as ensuring structural quality & process improvements via the company's fully automated problem resolution process that is already in place.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the liaison for suppliers and manage the supply chain for both Distribution Center as well as Manufacturing sites
• Monitor Supplier performance to assess ability to meet quality and delivery requirements
• Increase quality reliability, use engineering skills to regulate product transition requirements
• Take part in local Quality Audits and Regulatory Compliance audits
• Local Maintenance of the Suppliers Quality Ranking System
• Meet with suppliers to discuss performance metrics, to provide performance feedback and manage process controls, establishing schedules for reviewing supplier and quality performance
• Report and maintain accurate quality records, certifications, and database screens
• Prioritize critical cases addressing customer complaints associated with the products delivered to them
• Support quality improvement processes/projects at internal or external sites

Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in technical/science field is required
• Minimum 3+ years' experience in Supplier/Supply Chain quality roles, experience with Distribution Centers and Product Manufacturing processes is welcomed
• In depth understanding of quality standards and quality improvement methods
• Experience working with quality tools such as 5 why, fishbone, and/or histogram
• Experience working with Google Suite, Minitab, and SAP is a plus
• Experience in Lean and Six Sigma methodologies is a plus
• Experience in working in cross-cultural environment is a plus