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Collins Aerospace in Vergennes, Vermont has an exciting Supplier Quality
Engineering opportunity for a results driven individual who enjoys
working on a broad scope of activities to ensure quality and commitments
are met, to improve the performance and efficiency of the supply-base
for the Collins Vergennes production site, and be part of a close-knit
cross-discipline IPT (integrated Product Team)
This individual shall have an in-depth background in working with key
subcontracts and sub-contract manufacturers with the ability to manage
the suppliers within various commodities, with a main focus in the
mechanical/ machining / cable / CCA commodity field.
Other focus areas for this position is to develop supplier partnerships
to ensure quality, service, and cost requirements that meet the needs of
the Raytheon Technologies and Collins Aerospace Operations, Program
Management and Engineering teams.
The successful candidate should have an extensive background in
processes and process surveys and thorough understanding of AS9100,
AS9102, and ISO 9001.
Additionally, the individual should also have the knowledge in lean and
lean techniques with an ability to work with suppliers on lean
improvement activity with the supply base for both operational and
quality improvement.
Must be willing to travel up to 35% both domestic and international.
Relocation eligible.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Must be able to understand and interpret technical requirements,
electronics, motors, machined components, and missile program
flow-downs
- Lead and Manage Manufacturing Process Review activities at suppliers
- CAB prepare and present quality data for suppliers to senior
leadership and customer representatives
- Disposition nonconformances associated with supplier material
- Coordination with suppliers on Root Cause investigations and oversee
the implementation and verification of Corrective Actions
- Participate and represent Collins Supplier Quality in Failure Review
Boards, Technical Interchange meetings, and other program reviews
onsite or virtually as required
- Serve as a key Supply Chain interface for NOC (notice of change) and
supplier inquiry activity for the program
- Coordinate and perform routine visits to key suppliers to validate
corrective actions, perform Manufacturing Process Reviews, and Gemba
walks when necessary
- Strong interpersonal skills - able to influence others at all levels
within an organization
- Strong presentation skills - able to analyze and present data to all
levels of leadership
- Other requests as needed to ensure customer satisfaction
Qualifications / Experience Needed:
- Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or
Mathematics (STEM) unless prohibited by local laws/regulations and
minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a
related field and minimum 3 years of experience or in absence of a
degree, 9 years of relevant experience
- S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to
access information under this program/contract
- Experience with AS9100 or ISO 9001, Quality Management System (QMS)
standards
- Previous experience in conducting root cause analysis for moderate
to complex nonconformities and implementation of effective
corrective actions.
- Previous experience utilizing Microsoft Office programs (Excel,
Word, PowerPoint)
- Previous shop floor manufacturing experience or direct program
support in a manufacturing environment
Preferred Qualifications:
- Supplier Management, Project Management and Change Management
experience
- Expertise in manufacturing Special Processes & related in ustry
organizations (Nadcap)
- Experience with continuous improvement, APQP, DFMEA, PFMEA, Six
Sigma, Lean, Kaizen, etc
- Experience in conducting supplier process and compliance audits
- AS9145, Six Sigma Green/Black belt, and/or CQE certifications
- Working knowledge/familiarity IPC J-STD-001, IPC-A-610, IPC-A-620
Soldering experience, GD&T tolerancing, and AS9138
Some of our competitive benefits package includes:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate
employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy
option
Tuition reimbursement program
Student Loan Repayment Program
Life insurance and disability coverage
Optional coverages you can buy: pet insurance, home and auto insurance,
additional life and accident insurance,critical illnessinsurance, group
legal, ID theft protection
Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
Adoption Assistance
Autism Benefit
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