Job Description

Mission

The Supplier Quality Specialist is responsible for executing activities related to the qualification and certification of suppliers, ensuring their compliance with product and process regulatory requirements, quality standards, and customer expectations. This role supports the achievement of high-quality service delivery by effectively implementing the Quality Management System, contributing to cross-functional processes, and providing expertise in supplier quality management.

Key Responsibilities

1. Supplier Quality Management

• Deploy robust, systematic processes for supplier qualification and certification.
• Serve as a single point of contact for quality issues related to suppliers.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain, Operations, and Commercial teams to provide technical feedback and reports.

2. Supplier Quality Operational Processes

• Execute quality specifications for materials, products, and services supplied.
• Participate in new product launches and validate supplier capabilities.
• Monitor supplier process changes and apply methodologies like PPAP.
• Conduct root cause analyses to resolve quality issues.

3. Supplier Qualification Process Management

• Develop procedures and questionnaires for supplier qualification and certification.
• Support Procurement in supplier selection, assessing process capabilities and risk.

4. Supplier Quality Audit Management

• Coordinate and perform supplier audits to evaluate service quality and compliance.
• Follow up on audit actions and status of supplier certification.

5. Monitoring and Reporting

• Analyze complaint trends, product quality data, and supplier performance.
• Propose and implement continuous improvement actions and KPIs.

6. Guideline, Procedures and Document Management

• Maintain a supplier repository and related documentation.
• Ensure a consistent approach to supplier issues, aligned with QMS standards.
• Review and update procedures with cross-functional input.

7. Relationship Management

• Act as a liaison with key internal teams and external partners.
• Drive awareness and training on supplier quality topics to ensure alignment and compliance.

Skills & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field
• 3-7 max years of experience in a supplier quality role
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Open to industry

Why should you work with us?

• Brand new facility located in the Fishers Life Sciences and Innovation Park
• Cafeteria onsite serving breakfast, lunch, and snacks - employees get a daily meal stipend
• 100% employer paid Dental and Vision benefits
• Modern space with brand new technology, climate-controlled production floor
• Opportunity for growth, development, and advancement
• 3 weeks of PTO, 10 paid holidays, 8 sick days
• Competitive salary

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