Responsibilities

The Senior Supplier Quality Engineer provides senior leadership and guidance to the organization and peers, acting as a change agent to drive process improvement throughout the supply base. This is accomplished through application of knowledge in quality systems, creating and driving adherence to disciplined systems and robust processes, and focused standardization of best practices; in conjunction with managing to a cohesive set of key performance metrics that provide an objective perspective on the supply chain health and effectiveness. The BU Supplier Quality Engineer also creates and maintains cross functional relationships needed to foster a proactive engagement culture amongst the business operations team and a productive working relationship with suppliers.

Quality Systems

• Develop, maintain, and implement quality systems procedures and work instructions in compliance to AS9100, customer, and other regulatory requirements
• Corrective / Preventive action leader and team player
• Standardize metrics and best practices
• Support and/or conduct Management System Assessment (MSA) audits . Support QMS and third-party audits to maintain certifications and regulatory requirements.
• Provide training, support, and maintain the QMS software for the worldwide
• Support new product development team and product transfer to manufacturing, and facilitating value-add deployment of AS13100 compliance

Supplier Quality

• Conduct onsite supplier audits in accordance with AS9100 and other customer and regulatory requirements, or as needed
• Lead kaizen events at suppliers and improve supplier performance using process expertise, problem solving tools, and six sigma tools (MSA's, SPC, Cp or Cpk, etc.). Train suppliers in constructing FMEAs and control plans.
• Review supplier non-conformances and general issues regularly with Howmet plants worldwide. Take actions with suppliers as needed to resolve problems. Manage MRB (Material Review Board) team of non-conforming parts disposition and work closely with suppliers and internal cross-functional departments to resolve quality issues.
• Issue supplier corrective actions (SCARs) for low scorecard performance, quality and delivery problems, or as requested by plants. Work with suppliers to develop corrective and preventative actions and verify the implementation and effectiveness of these actions
• Develop and conduct risk assessments of the supply base according to changing business conditions. Create and manage risk mitigation plans to reduce overall supply chain risks.
• Manage change requests from suppliers to ensure proper testing, qualification, and customer requirements are met, and to reduce risk
• Initiate and lead key supplier development initiatives with Procurement or plants. Work directly with suppliers to reduce costs, improve quality and delivery performance, implement process management, and ensure stable supply
• Lead sourcing activities
• Lead work transfers (outsourcing or re-sourcing) activities to ensure success and that all quality requirements are met.
• Support supply chain management profit plan by assuring supplier quality, PPAP, and APQP process in cost down projects.
• Maintain product integrity by ensuring parts provided to manufacturing meet quality standards for engineering/customer specifications.
• Source inspection of in-process and final acceptance of Supplier hardware.
• Organize Monthly Business Review with the Key Suppliers of each location in order to improve the results and identified savings

Business Competency:

• Must possess production operation knowledge and experience relating to manufacturing, inspection, engineering, and customer interaction.
• Ability to directly link, monitor and improve quality objectives with overall business objectives of the company.
• Ability to apply problem solving methodology to positively impact business objectives.
• Consistently demonstrate Howmet values
  • Strong experience and proficiency in understanding AS9100 along with knowledge in Statistical Tools and Techniques, APQP, and Measurement System Analysis required.

Job Competency:

• Strong experience in coordinating, developing, and executing corrective / preventative /systemic action and process improvement activities.
• Can effectively work through major and minor issues without getting emotionally disconnected with the issue and what is needed to resolve the issue professionally.
• Blueprint Reading/customer requirements flow down
• Customer interface and understanding/deployment of customer requirements
• Demonstrated internal auditing skills
• Willingness to travel (both domestic and internationally) <50% required
• Understanding of non-destructive validation methodology (Visual, x-ray, penetrant, etc) and Nadcap understanding (if required)
• Geometric Dimension and Tolerancing (GD&T) required
• Basic Computer Skills required; Advanced skills can be learned
• Understanding of Regulatory requirements

Qualifications

Education:

• Requires a Bachelor's degree in engineering or related discipline
• In lieu of degree, relevant work experience in a manufacturing environment

Experience:

• Fluent in english - written and verbal
• Manufacturing environment experience
• Blackbelt certification is desirable
  • Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) designation from ASQ or other equivalency examination from recognized quality authorities (country dependent)

Exception for CQE would be certification as a Six Sigma expert

• Auditing Experience ISO 9001 / AS9100 (per AS9014):

Must hold correct Right to Work Documentation.

About Us

Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE: HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. Our primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts and forged wheels. With $7.4 Billion in revenue in 2024, our products play a crucial role in enabling fuel efficiency and lightweighting, contributing to our customers' success and making a positive impact on the world. To learn more about the way Howmet Aerospace Inc. is advancing the sustainability of our customers, markets, and communities where we operate, review the 2024 Environmental Social and Governance report at www.howmet.com/esg-report. Follow: LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.