Supplier Quality Manager, MPG

MPG delivers radio frequency (RF) spectrum-centric solutions at the speed of technology. We enable mission-critical communications and space-based missions with ruggedized RF components, subsystems, and turn-key solutions. Civilian government, military and commercial customers rely on MPG's deep engineering expertise, and scalable manufacturing capability to deliver what they need, when they need it. MPG operates engineering and manufacturing facilities in: Austin, TX; Columbia, MD; Ventura, CA; West Chester, OH; Salisbury, MD; Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic; and York, United Kingdom.

As a Supplier Quality Manager, MPG at Microwave Products Group - Pole/Zero Corporation in West Chester, OH, you will function of this role is to build a robust supply chain by creating a rigorous MPG supplier quality program that ensures high quality standards are being met. MPG has some vertical integration and support sites that are considered part of the overall supply chain. The Supplier Quality Manager also manages teams at some of the sites for receiving inspection and supplier quality.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the management, support, and performance of site(s) Supplier Quality Engineers.
• Responsible for the development and management of the internal supply chain and aspects of externally provided material; i.e. machine shop and Dominican Republic as suppliers.
• Responsible for implementing and managing the MPG Supplier Quality Manual; supplier requirements.
• Responsible for developing and leading the MPG supplier evaluation and qualification program.
• Responsible for qualifying suppliers to applicable Quality/Business System standards (AS9100, ISO9001, etc.).
• Responsible for maintaining a supplier visit plan to ensure our supply chain is adhering to the Supplier Policy Manual, industry standards, and/or technical standards.
• Responsible for supplier visits, creating trip reports, and maintaining records.
• Responsible for the development and management of the Supplier Corrective Action System.
• Responsible for the approval and disqualification (when necessary) of suppliers.
• Responsible for developing and maintaining supplier audit records.
• Responsible for communicating quality issues or concerns with suppliers.
• Responsible for managing the receiving inspection activities and staff and supporting the determination of conformance as necessary.
• Responsible for developing and managing the requirements for the receiving inspection process.
• Responsible for reporting supplier performance data, including monthly meetings with management and providing data for supplier scorecards, as needed.
• Work cooperatively with supply chain on improvements with sourcing partners and the process.
• Work cooperatively with supply chain, engineering, and QA to establish clear expectations and specifications to flow to the supply chain.
• Provide input on the process and output for Quarterly Business Reviews with key suppliers.
• Work with supplier chain on risk assessment and mitigation plans for the MPG supply chain.
• Work closely with key suppliers on continuous improvement initiatives.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Must be able to effectively communicate with Buyers and Engineering on supplier technical/quality issues.
• Excellent communications skills, verbal and written.
• Must be able to diplomatically work with other departments and communicate effectively with all levels of the organization.
• Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Must have knowledge of Quality System standards; AS9100, ISO9001, etc.
• Working knowledge of relevant IPC standard, IPC-600, 620, etc. a plus.

• SPC and Continuous Improvement/Lean Manufacturing knowledge a plus

Qualifications Include:

• US Citizen or Permanent Resident - Green Card Holder
• Aviation, Space, or Defense industry experience.
• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent work experience) in Electrical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering.
• Five years' technical experience with electronics or electro-mechanical.
• ASQ certification in supplier quality or quality engineering, highly desirable.

Benefits of joining our team!

• Annual incentive plan (bonus)
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Up to 10 paid holidays/year
• 4 hours voluntary time off to volunteer for your favorite charity
• Health, dental, and vision insurance, subject to applicable premium deductions
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance - 100% company paid
• Other ancillary insurance options available
• 401(k) retirement account with matching MPG contributions & profit sharing (if applicable)
• Profit Sharing Plan - potential up to 3% of base salary
• Educational Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year
• Gym membership reimbursement up to $120 per year

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Work Arrangement : Onsite

Pay Range: - per hour

Bonus Eligible: This position is eligible to earn a discretionary bonus based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in our applicable bonus plan.

We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position's responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, a candidate's education/training, the position's location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

Benefits: Our total rewards package for eligible team members also includes: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; medical, dental and vision insurance; wellness programs; health savings account, health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts; company paid short-term disability and long-term disability; company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance; supplemental employee and dependent life insurance; optional accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance; adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance; commuter benefits; parental, military, jury duty, and bereavement leaves of absence; paid time off, includingup to 10 paid holidays per calendar year (based on schedule worked),paid vacation days beginning at 80 hours annually, 40 paid sick leave hours annually or as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, business travel services; employee discounts; and an employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services. Eligibility for benefits isgoverned by applicable plan documents and policies.

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This position may be located in:Americas : United States : Ohio : West Chester || Americas : United States : Ohio : Cincinnati || Americas : United States : Ohio : Hamilton

Sub Division :MPG US Operations

Job Requisition ID :67239

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