Supplier Quality Engineer

Org Marketing Statement

Founded in 1917, Parker Hannifin Corporation is a $13.7 billion global company.

With annual sales of $13.7 billion in fiscal year 2020, Parker Hannifin is the world's leading diversified manufacturer of motion and control technologies and systems, providing precision-engineered solutions for a wide variety of mobile, industrial and aerospace markets.
The company has operations in 49 countries around the world.

Parker has increased its annual dividends paid to shareholders for 63 consecutive fiscal years, among the top five longest-running dividend-increase records in the S&P 500 index.

Parker’s engineering expertise and broad range of core technologies uniquely positions the company to solve some of the world’s greatest engineering challenges.
By partnering with customers, Parker improves their productivity and profitability and seeks new ways to solve humanity's biggest challenges.

Headquartered in Richmond, California, Parker Hannifin's Veriflo Division delivers proven gas and fluid delivery systems and components to customers around the globe. We have the ability to integrate multiple technologies into unique solutions that require the highest levels of precision and performance in cost-effective packages.

For semiconductor tool manufacturers, Veriflo offers ultra-high purity stainless steel and fluoropolymer fittings, valves, regulators and manifolds for VMBs,CMBs, tooling modules, wafer cleaning, wet etching and other specialized microelectronics processing applications.
This high-tech market is constantly evolving and Parker offers an extensive portfolio of products to support the demands of cleanliness and surface preparation for every process.

Working at Parker is far more than just a job. A career with us means joining a family of more than 58,000 dedicated people from around the globe. At Parker, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your career, give back to your community, and make a real impact. Visit us on www.parker.com/veriflo

Position Summary

Job Summary:

Review and provide input for supplier selection activities including supplier evaluation and quality systems audits. Will coordinate supplier process capability programs for new components, processes, assemblies or purchased finished goods.

We are seeking a highly skilled Supplier Quality Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring the highest standards of quality are developed for external suppliers. With close partnership with Supply Chain teams, the Supplier Quality Engineer will manage interactions with suppliers with a focus on quality improvement.

Responsibilities

Scope / Supervision and Interaction:

Reports directly to the Division Quality Manager. Will work with internal staff and outside suppliers, vendors and customers.

Job Duties:

• Develop and manage a robust supplier audit program including maintain a standard audit schedule, cadence, etc. for each supplier.
• Devises and implements methods and procedures for inspecting, testing, and evaluating the precision, reliability and accuracy of products and processes of suppliers.
• Ensures that project and/or process control documentation is compliant with requirements and/or contracts.
• Coordinates with customers and suppliers relating to quality performance, trends, and corrective action. Verifies compliance and effectiveness of the quality system by performing supplier audits and surveys. Initiate programs to improve supplier performance.
• Lead supplier development activities geared towards increased implementation of Dock-to-Stock and replenishment programs.
• Works with suppliers to refine and enhance products and processes by applying continuous improvement and key lean manufacturing/production principles and techniques to assure quality of goods and services provided.
• Will be responsible for ensuring that nonconforming material is dispositioned in a timely manner, in addition to analyzing defect trends in order to initiate appropriate corrective action.
• Lead Root Cause/Corrective Action and problem-solving activities for Supplier issues (assist with problem-solving efforts for internal issues). Lead management of Supplier Corrective Action Reports.
• Responsible for the specification and validation of inspection tools and gages for suppliers.
• Integral participant in all design reviews; reviews and approves all Supplier Quality Requirement Plans (SQR’s) and develops follow-up plans after implementation.
• Will perform Quality Systems and Process Audits of current suppliers including reporting, follow-up and closure of non-conformances.
• Handle process improvements at supplier facilities.
• Assist with internal process and product audits at a regular cadence to ensure compliance with quality requirements.
Prepare reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing quality data. Develop training materials based on this data, and conduct sessions to drive understanding of, and adherence to, the proper quality control activities.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (preferably Mechanical, Industrial, or Quality Engineering) or other related discipline.
• 5+ years’ experience as a Supplier Quality Engineer - preferably within manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of and experience with precision machining and/or molding within the plastics or semiconductor industry preferred.
• A thorough understanding of use and application of statistical quality assurance methods is required.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to effectively communicate and present information to team members, top management and suppliers.
• Ability to effectively apply continuous improvement/Lean Six Sigma principles and techniques to quality and manufacturing functions.
• Ability to use standard business software applications and/or specialized data analysis tools.
• Proven experience leading functional and cross-functional teams on projects, with demonstrated success in achieving the project goals.
• Demonstrated knowledge of ISO9001 (or related) auditing, management, and maintenance. Lead or Internal Auditor Certification preferred.

Pay, Benefits, Work Schedule

Benefit & Retirement Plans

Parker offers competitive benefit programs, including:

• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.
• Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.
• Career development and tuition reimbursement.
• Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.
• Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.
Paid Time Off and Company-Paid Holidays.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.

(“Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor”)

If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to Employees & Job Applicants | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission

Drug Tests

Drug-Free Workplace
In accordance with Parker’s policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.