Cadrex Manufacturing Services

Description

OVERVIEW

Cadrex is searching for a tactical & technical Supplier Quality Engineer who will play a key role in evaluating, developing, and maintaining relationships with our suppliers to ensure the delivery of high-quality components and materials. Your expertise in supplier quality management, process improvement, and engineering principles will contribute to the success of our manufacturing processes and product quality. By collaborating with cross-functional teams and suppliers, you will drive a culture of excellence and continuous improvement within our quality organization & support the critical role of best-in-class suppliers.

This role reports through the Cadrex cooperate quality structure supporting the purpose, vision and quality policies of the company.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborate with the Procurement team to assist in qualifying new suppliers based on quality, engineering, core capabilities, and capacity.
• Lead supplier assessments and audits to evaluate their manufacturing processes, quality systems, and capabilities
• Develop and implement supplier development plans to enhance supplier performance, quality, and delivery
• Use statistical quality control, lean manufacturing, and six sigma tool and analysis to improve Cadrex’s competitive advantage
• Work closely with suppliers to address quality issues, process deviations, and non-conformances
• Provide technical expertise and guidance to suppliers for process improvement, quality control, and eliminating bottlenecks
• Collaborate with suppliers to implement corrective and preventive actions to address quality issues and improve delivery performance
• Monitor supplier performance metrics, analyze data, and identify areas for improvement
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the supplier base to enhance product quality and reliability
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of supplier development efforts with company goals
• Maintain accurate records and documentation related to supplier development activities

Requirements

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 3+ years of experience as a Supplier Development Engineer, Supplier Quality Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Quality Engineer or similar role within a manufacturing environment
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, quality control, and supplier management
• Knowledge of quality management systems (ISO-9001, AS-9100 D, ISO-13485, ITAR Six Sigma, Lean) and other pertinent methodologies
• Experience in conducting supplier assessments, audits, and implementing corrective actions, using the 8D, A3, 5 WHY concepts
• Proficiency in statistical analysis, data interpretation, and root cause analysis
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with suppliers and internal teams
• Ability to travel for supplier visits, assessments, and audits as required
• Problem-solving mindset and ability to drive continuous improvement initiatives
• Strong project management skills and the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks
• US Citizen to have the ability to support and work with-in any ITAR controlled facility
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid US Passport and international Visas

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Quality Management, or related mechanical Engineering field
• Or 8+ years’ experience of relevant proven experience in supplier or quality related field.
• Certified Quality Engineering, Certified Quality Manager or other equivalent certifications
• Lead Auditor certifications
• This is a non-sponsorship position within the company.

LOCATION

• Hybrid or, preference for Chicago, Minneapolis, Springfield, Philadelphia, Hartford & Specific APAC metro areas. Preferred to be within 1.5 hours or less of a major international airport.

SCHEDULE

• M-F
• Ability to travel up to 50% of the time. International travel is required to support sites with international suppliers.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to work near moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to the risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate and occasionally loud.

CORE VALUES

• Safety first, rising to the challenge, collaboration, accountability, and doing the right thing

TOTAL COMPENSATION INCLUDES

• Health/dental/vision coverage
• Employer-paid and supplemental life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Generous paid time off and holiday pay
• Monthly remote work stipend (for remote employees who qualify)
• 401(k) investment plan, with an employer match of up to 4%
• Education support program
• Safety eyeglasses/shoe reimbursement
• Referral bonuses
• Bonus plan for all full-time employees

ABOUT US

CADREX Manufacturing Solutions is a leading provider of complex sheet metal and machined production parts, assemblies, and weldments for a variety of end markets, including electrical transmission and distribution, warehouse automation, technology, aerospace & defense, medical, food, and industrials. With locations in Colorado, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Washington, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Michigan, Indiana, Massachusetts, Oklahoma, and Monterrey Mexico, CADREX offers numerous in-house manufacturing capabilities, including laser cutting, sheet metal fabrication, complex assembly, CNC punching, CNC machining, forming, robotic welding, stamping, fastener insertion, and tool and die manufacturing, to effectively serve customers with lights-out manufacturing capabilities for mid- to high-volume production. For more information, visit www.cadrex.com.

Cadrex provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Salary Description

$100,000 to $119,000 Yearly