Basic Qualifications
- B.E/B. Tech Mechanical engineering or an equivalent technical field from an accredited university or college with 3-5 years of experience in Supplier Quality & overall Working Experience in Fasteners industry 10 to 12 years
- Quality Management Systems (QMS): ISO 9001, ISO14001, ISO 45001, other relevant quality standards.
- Experience in Nondestructive testing ( UT & MPT).
· Should have good knowledge in PPAP, FMEA, DIN & ISO Fasteners Standards.
Technical Knowledge:
- Responsible for the development of Standard Catalog and machined parts like Bolts, Studs, Keys, Nuts, Washer & Pins based on the international standards, work Norms and specifications in coordination with the Global Commodity Team.
- Basic Knowledge of raw materials & properties testing, Heat treatment & Surface treatment process.
- Basic knowledge In rubber products & manufacturing process.
- Must possess a good knowledge in process like forging, machining, surface treatments and Nondestructive testing ( MPT & UT) thorough knowledge in Quality systems knowledge, testing standards.
- Able to define process for qualification for above standard and catalog parts at existing and new suppliers., for example: testing/qualifying criteria including process, and manufacturing ability assessment's,
- Supplier selection, qualification, evaluation, development, etc. considering the required technical standards and Work Norms.
- Planning and realization of VDA 6.3. process audits at the supplier and technical discussions (TG) Release of Supplier, and maintaining the supplier, for continuous improvement.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Supplier Qualification: Perform audits (Process, Product, Quality systems, Preassessment/Compliance) to assure that the suppliers have an effective process, product acceptance standard implemented. Identify & communicate best practices/risks. Trigger and follow through on supplier improvement programs.
- Supplier Inspections: Conduct or supervise physical inspections of different catalogue components.
- Provide technical guidance to suppliers to assure compliance with engineering drawings and specifications.
- Co-ordinate with internal stakeholders and customers to ensure timely inspection, documentation, and clearance of the offered items to meet project deliverables.
- Non-Conformity Management: For all defects, either in-process at supplier’s works, establish a robust action plan to lead/support the RCA, CAPA and containment actions to minimize impact & prevent reoccurrence.
- Manage Supplier Deviation Request (SDR) activities as owner of the process and the first technical interface between the suppliers.
- Work closely with Sourcing, Quality and Engineering teams to be proactive in supplier selection.
- A technical discussion as well as the detailed explanation of the technical terms of delivery, work standards and drawings can be done with the supplier if required. The use of the first samples is defined in the project
Your contact person(s) for this job posting is/are:
Thirumalai Kumar T
Flender is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.
