This range is provided by Aligned Data Centers. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range:
$100,000.00 / yr - $160,000.00 / yr
Additional compensation types:
Annual Bonus
REPORTS TO: Sr. Manager, Partner Quality
SUMMARY: The Supplier Quality Manager collaborates with primarily external owner furnished equipment (“OFE”) partners to develop their manufacturing quality capabilities to continue to scale with Aligned. This position requires excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills, as well as the ability to work successfully in a team environment under limited supervision. Excellent organizational, time management, and technical quality abilities are a must.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (to include, but not limited to):
* Lead comprehensive gap assessments with Supplier Partners and work with them to effectively address and close open actions.
* Assign Supplier Corrective Actions Requests (SCAR’s) to Partners for quality issues as per established procedures and conduct follow-up activities to drive robust corrective / preventive actions.
* Liaison with Aligned stakeholders (Operations, Commissioning Teams, and Contractors) when Quality Issues are identified and facilitate communications with responsible Supplier Partners.
* Follow a Plan-Do-Check-Act methodology when addressing Supplier Partner gaps in performance.
* Superb written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
* Exhibit a professional, positive attitude in all circumstances.
* Perform other related activities within the scope of this role as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
* Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline.
* 5 years’ experience in a manufacturing / quality role.
* Working knowledge of a Supplier Partner Quality Management System structure.
* ASQ Certifications, e.g., CQE, CMQ / OE, and / or CQA.
* ISO 9001: 2015 Auditor training & experience.
* Supplier quality experience within low-volume, high-mix manufacturing.
* Ability to multi-task, with strong time management and organizational skills.
* Desire to work in an extremely fast-paced and ever-changing environment.
* Must have a strong attention to detail.
* Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality.
* Ability to travel 25-50% of the time.
ADDITIONAL DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
* ISO 9001: 2015 Lead Auditor training & experience.
* Applied knowledge using Core Quality Tools, such as APQP, PPAP, DFMEA, PFMEA, Process Control Planning, MSA, etc.
* Direct experience using Lean Manufacturing Tools, such as Value-Stream Mapping, Kaizen, 5S, Gemba, etc.
* SharePoint or other data repository experience.
* MS Access or similar database experience.
COMPETENCIES:
* Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
* Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs workflows and procedures.
* Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions; Displays orientation to profitability; Demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; Aligns work with strategic goals.
* Change Management - Develops workable implementation plans; Communicates changes effectively; Builds commitment and overcomes resistance; Prepares and supports those affected by change; Monitors transition and evaluates results.
* Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
* Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Educates others on the value of diversity; Promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse workforce.
* Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
* Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
* Judgement - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.
* Motivation - Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence; Takes calculated risks to accomplish goals.
* Planning / Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans.
* Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
* Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
* Project Management - Develops project plans; Coordinates projects; Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time and budget; Manages project team activities.
* Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
* Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
* Strategic Thinking - Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals; Understands organization's strengths & weaknesses; Analyzes.
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