Supplier Quality Technician

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Position Overview:

As a Supplier Quality Technician, you will work collaboratively and independently within the Supplier Quality Department supporting the Parts and Accessories Distribution business. You will assist with maintaining data related to supplier quality, leading the process of returning non-conforming parts to suppliers, maintaining the Supplier Quality lab, coordinating external 3rd party sorts, and other tasks as needed to support Supplier Quality. You will work with a team of managers, engineers, supervisors, technicians, and production employees as you own and manage assigned Supplier Quality projects and processes.

At Brunswick, we have passion for our work and a distinct ability to deliver.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain the Supplier Quality lab as a clean, safe, work environment while complying with all safety and environmental rules and regulations.
• Test, analyze, contain, sort and report result for supplier quality issues.
• Assist in updating reports and dashboards to support Supplier Quality.
• Must be able to balance multiple projects at once.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Manage suppliers and be comfortable contacting if sorting of parts is required.
• Interpret engineering drawings, schematic diagrams, or formulas and confer with management or engineering staff to determine quality relative to warranty agreements.
• Package and prepare product returns for shipment to suppliers.
• Be an active learner
• Ownership of certain suppliers will be required.
• Ownership meaning key contact awareness, onsite visit to review corrective actions, PPAP reviews, etc.

Diversity of thought and experiences is fundamental when imagining the unimaginable. Certain skillsets/experiences are necessary; however, others can be developed along the way.

Required Qualifications:

• Associate degree or Technical Diploma in Quality, Industrial Engineering or a closely related business field. This education requirement can be offset by an ASQ certification(s).
• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing setting within quality or manufacturing operations.
• Ability to use equipment such as power and hand tools, micrometers, gauges, fixtures, etc.
• Be proficient in the use of inspection equipment and ability to run basic root cause analysis on quality defects.
• Dependable, self-motivated, and engaged learner.
• Excellent organizational, analytical and communication skills.
• Proficient in MS Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in related field.
• Basic knowledge of Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), Process Failure Modes Effects Analysis (PFMEA), Quality Control Plans, mistake proofing, Nonconforming Material Reports (NMR), Engineering Change Requests (ECR), Statistical Process Control (SPC), and ISO Quality System processes.

Working Conditions:

• Potential business travel of 15-20% on a short-term basis depending on level of supplier support required.

The anticipated pay range for this position is $53,100 to $83,800 annually. The actual base pay offered will vary depending on multiple factors including job- related knowledge/skills, relevant experience, business needs, and geographic location. In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.

At Brunswick, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top end of the salary range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the specifics of the candidate’s qualifications and the business context.

This position is eligible to participate in Brunswick's comprehensive and high-quality benefits offerings, including medical, dental, vision, paid vacation, 401k (up to 4% match), Health Savings Account (with company contribution), well-being program, product purchase discounts and much more. Details about our benefits can be found here.

Why Brunswick:

Whatever tomorrow brings, we’ll be at the leading edge. As the clear leader in the marine industry, we’re committed to our values and supporting our exceptional people. We offer and encourage growth opportunities within and across our many brands. In addition, we’re proud of being recognized for making a splash with numerous awards!

About Mercury Marine:

Mercury Marine is a world leading manufacturer of marine propulsion systems. A $2.6 billion division of Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC), Mercury designs, manufactures and distributes engines, services and parts for recreational, commercial and government marine applications, empowering boaters with products that are easy to use, extremely reliable and backed by the most dedicated customer support in the world with 10,000 service points globally. Mercury’s industry-leading brand portfolio includes Mercury outboard engines; Mercury MerCruiser sterndrive and inboard packages; Mercury global parts and accessories including propellers, and SmartCraft electronics; Power Products Integrated Solutions; MotorGuide trolling motors; Attwood, Garelick and Whale marine parts; Land ’N’ Sea, BLA, Payne’s Marine, Kellogg Marine & Lankhorst Taselaar marine parts distribution; and Mercury and Quicksilver parts and oils. More information is available at mercurymarine.com

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $53,100.00 - $83,800.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person