Supplier Engineer Jobs

Job Title: Supplier Quality Engineer Company: Stryker Location: Kalamazoo, MI Description: Stryker is an exceptional company with exceptional people who deliver exceptional results. We have differentiated ourselves by advancing meaningful innovations, creating cost-effective solutions for and improving the lives of our global customers and patients. As a winner of the 2007 and 2008 Gallup Great Workplace Award, we have demonstrated that Stryker has one of the most productive and engaged workforces in the world. Our exceptional results fuel ongoing opportunities for Stryker employees to build outstanding careers and to develop and grow both personally and professionally. Our work environment attracts many different kinds of talented and driven people who love to win and serve others. We always put quality first. We hold ourselves accountable to reach or exceed our goals and continually improve everything we do. These attributes are shared by the employees that make up Stryker. They are the things that bring us together and serve as the foundation of all we do. And they are the enablers of both our past and future success. Stryker is one of the worlds leading medical technology companies with the most broadly based range of products in orthopaedics and a significant presence in other medical specialties. The Company's products include implants used in joint replacement, trauma, craniomaxillofacial and spinal surgeries; biologics; surgical, neurologic, ear, nose & throat and interventional pain equipment; endoscopic, surgical navigation, communications and digital imaging systems; as well as patient handling and emergency medical equipment. For more information about Stryker, please visit the company web site at: http://www.stryker.com The primary responsibility of a Supplier Quality Engineer is to drive overall quality, process control and continuous improvement throughout the supply chain. Performance Measurements: * OnTime Delivery/Product Availability * First Pass Yield * Defects per Million * Defective Material Reports * Vendor Corrective Actions/Vendor Quality Issues * Supplier TQI Operations Responsibilities: * FPY/DMR Analysis Responsible for reviewing trends in rejections at incoming and from the production floor. Work with purchasing and manufacturing engineers to identify issues of concern and address appropriately with supplier. SQE will assist or lead in the corrective action review and closure. * ISO Certification Responsible for driving ISO certification for Stryker suppliers. Will evaluate implementation plans and issue waivers for approved suppliers. Responsible for receiving updated certificates from suppliers as current certificates expire. * Supplier Change Management Responsible for reviewing and logging all new SCRF's by working with the appropriate buyer for solution. SQE will act as a resource to drive communication and process control during implementation as needed. * Vendor Corrective Actions Responsible for issuing and logging vendor corrective actions in appropriate system. SQE will work with the buyer to communicate concerns and required corrective action to the supplier. SQE will approve or reject VCA response. * Risk Analysis and Mitigation Responsible for evaluating and updating supplier risk scores. SQE will be responsible for working with the buyer and materials management to determine appropriate risk mitigation activities. SQE will also help to drive and document those activities through completion. * Supplier Audits Responsible for participating in audits or new and existing suppliers. SQE will conduct audits, evaluate supplier performance, and give guidance and recommendations for the supplier as well as Stryker. SQE will follow up with the supplier for any documentation/certification needed. * Purchasing and Supplier Guidance Responsible for providing guidance on standards, process control, quality system procedures and other requirements to purchasing team and external suppliers. * Tool Transfers Responsible for assisting with process/tooling changes. * Supplier Quality Meeting Responsible for gathering data and facilitating Supplier Quality Meeting. Meeting will cover supplier performance, new product launches, vendor corrective actions, and new supplier additions. * Supplier Management Meetings Responsible for attending supplier management meetings and provide feedback on overall performance, especially with respect to quality. SQE will provide guidance and understanding of Stryker supplier expectations and objectives. R&D Responsibilities: * APQP/PPAP Implementation Responsible for working on processes and procedures to improve our approach to supplier quality during the R&D phase. Will work with suppliers, project managers, R&D purchasing and AQE's to determine how we can best put processes in place at our suppliers to ensure manufacturability and quality. * Onsite Audits Responsible for working with R&D purchasing and AQE's to facilitate audits as necessary for new suppliers, processes or projects. Will give guidance to lead auditors and help to direct focus to quality system elements specific to a supplier, process or project. * Supplier Selection Support the supplier selection process. * Risk Analysis and Mitigation Responsible for evaluating and updating supplier risk scores. SQE will be responsible for working with the R&D buyer and AQE to determine appropriate risk mitigation activities. SQE will also help to drive and document those activities through transfer to Operations. * Supplier Additions Responsible for ensuring that Supplier Addition process is being followed. Will work with R&D purchasing, quality and materials management to ensure that proper investigation is completed, concerns are identified and addressed and that risk mitigation activities are initiated. Project Responsibilities * Supplier Quality Engineer will also be responsible for various projects that will help support and improve Stryker instruments supplier quality throughout the entire supply chain. 2-5 years of experience Bachelor's degree in engineering Stryker is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce. To read more about Stryker, please visit our website at www.stryker.com

Job Title: Supplier Quality Engineer Company: Management Recruiters of St. Lawrence County Location: Springfield, TN Description: Serves as the primary technical liaison between Purchasing, Engineering, Quality, and the Supplier. Manages the quality of all purchased components, including resolutions to quality problems and continual improvement efforts. Responsible for Supplier Development and monitoring supplier performance with a goal of Zero Defects and achievement of World Class Status. ILLUSTRATIVE DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Acting on the established priorities for the Supplier Quality team. 2. Ensure supplier technical or quality problems are resolved in a timely and effective manner without reoccurrence. 3. Works with Purchasing in developing new and existing suppliers for new and replacement products, to include supplier auditing. 4. Works with APQP team on new product development. 5. Works with management to establish performance expectations for all suppliers and monitors those expectations for improvement. 6. Monitors key measurable and ensures that suppliers meet established expectations. 7. Drive continual improvement for all suppliers. 8. Responsible for Supplier PPAP approvals. 9. Maintain NMR???s for supplied product. 10. Review and verify corrective action submissions by supplier The above duties are characteristic of this job and demonstrate a level of difficulty, and percentage of time taken for each duty, and are not intended to list or limit the duties which may be required or assigned to an employee in this classification. EDUCATION: Minimum of BS Degree (All positions require at least a High School diploma or GED EXPERIENCE: 3+ years experience in the quality field. 2+ years minimum in the automotive industry Product Design experience, Process Engineering or Development Engineering is a plus.

Job Title: Supplier Quality Engineer Company: Husco International Location: Waukesha, WI Description: RESPONSIBILITIES: Designs and implements a variety of quality control and/or inspection systems, procedures, equipment, testing, or techniques with respect to the HUSCO supply base to insure production accuracy and product quality that meets or exceeds customer requirements. Reviews the requirements, hard and soft, in the design, the assembly and the manufacture at the supplier to ensure that long term capability can be established and sustained. PRINCIPAL DUTIES: 1. Support new product launches (APQP). This role will work with a cross-functional group including Program Managers, Design Engineers, Manufacturing, and Purchasing to effectively introduce new programs to the external customer without any issue of concern. 2. Take a leading role in new program development activities through active involvement in Design and Process FMEA’s, within HUSCO and throughout the potential supply base. 3. Develop and ensure technology transfer between suppliers of equal standing to the benefit of HUSCO. 4. Review the part/assembly related manufacturing requirements from the conceptual stage to mature production, ensuring that designs are modified where necessary and that costs are managed effectively. 5. Take a leading role in technical cost reduction activities. 6. Manage a defined group of “Probationary Suppliers” with regard to quality related issues. Within this role, problem solving techniques will be strongly utilized. Generate reports to document findings, causes, corrective actions and preventive actions. 7. Define and take ownership for Supplier Recovery Activities on all lines (linked to CoQ reporting). 8. Conduct/Approve PPAP’s for all new part introductions. 9. Work with Purchasing to assess and approve new suppliers. 10. Position will be based in Waukesha office, but requires extensive travel to Whitewater facility. 11. Performs related duties as assigned. REQUIREMENTS: 1. Bachelor Degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, or closely related discipline with Quality emphasis. 2. Minimum of 5 years work experience, with at least 2 years in a component manufacturing environment. Range of knowledge to include various machining operations, injection molding (polymer and metallic) processes, and metal fabrication (stamping, welding, bending, etc) processes. 3. Competent knowledge of ISO/TS 16949 and related quality tools. ASQ CQE preferred. 4. Excellent communication skills required for interaction with internal and external customers, suppliers and HUSCO associates. 5. Demonstrated problem solving skills, preferred 8D methodology 6. General PC skills, including MS Office; Minitab preferred 7. Working knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing and related inspection practices 8. Ability to work with minimal supervision, self-starting, demonstrates initiative 9. Travel up to 50%, domestic and international; valid driver license for inter-plant travel Interested individuals should apply to Register to View . Please refer to this ad. EOE See www.huscointl.com for more information about HUSCO International

Job Title: Supplier Engineer Company: 2Wire, Inc. Location: Nevada City, CA Description: responsible for managing any technical/quality aspect related to our Suppliers Become part of the excitement. Join the 2Wire team as we build the future. A pioneer in broadband networking, 2Wire is dedicated to developing integrated solutions to deliver broadband service and content throughout the home or small office. Built upon the company's core expertise and continued innovation in software and hardware, 2Wire products enable home and small business users to fully leverage the benefits of broadband. In addition, 2Wire solutions offer service providers with a flexible platform to deliver and manage feature-rich Internet, telephony, entertainment, and other enhanced broadband application services. If you're ready for the fast-paced excitement of today and the unlimited opportunity of the future, come join our team. The US based Supplier Engineer (SE) is responsible for managing any technical/quality aspect related to our Suppliers, with emphasis on activities that assure timely execution in supplier selection, specification, qualification, and manufacturing readiness. Critical to success will be the SE’s ability to connect development engineering activity to supplier readiness, as well as align qualification with critical program milestones and 2Wire business objectives. Positive SE results translate into market share and gross margin opportunities for the Company. Job Description & Responsibilities: Assist Commodity Management Team (CMT) in Supplier Selection and Participate in the Sourcing Strategy. Supplier Surveys/Audits/Assessments/Roadmap Reviews. Generate New Part Numbers/Engineering Requirements/Specifications. Develop Supplier and Component Qualification Plans for New Products. Periodically report and present qualification plan updates as well as manage execution risks and remedies. Support Reliability Engineering in establishing DFx & Design Guidelines for select critical components. Complete/Track all necessary component validation and testing. Drive and Track all Failure Analysis Activity with Suppliers; thru Root Cause and formal Corrective Action. Develop Supplier Process Management Plans and Metrics & Conduct Manufacturing Readiness Reviews with Suppliers. Develop Process Improvement Plans. Support the New Product Introduction Process. Rate and Rank Supplier Performance. This position may perform other duties as assigned. Knowledge and Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Travel up to 20% (includes some international). Education and Work Experience: BSEE/ME/IE/Mfg. or equivalent industry experience. Minimum 5 to 7 years relevant technical knowledge of electrical, mechanical and/or technical manufacturing processes with prior supplier quality or QMS experience. Excellent written and oral communication skills and experience in working with Suppliers is required. Prior experience sourcing components and/or high level assemblies is a plus. Strong MS Office, Agile and PC skills are required. SAP experience is a plus. Quality system (TL or ISO 9001 or equivalent) experience preferred. Prior telecom industry experience would also be a plus. lo

Job Title: Supply Quality Engineer Company: Shurflo Location: Cypress, CA Description: General Description: The Internal Process Quality Engineer is responsible for the total contractual/designed quality requirements for all SHURflo products, consistent with the policies and procedures set forth in the organizations Quality/Operation Manuals and corporate directives. He/she may direct the activities of lower level Quality Engineers/Inspectors and other QA personnel in the accomplishment of his/her assignments. The Quality Engineer works within a cross-functional team to plan and implement written instructions to assure the highest level of product quality within all items delivered to customers. Responsibilities (other responsibilities may be assigned as necessary): Provides specific quality requirements for team leaders and Focus Factory Managers on all SHURflo Products. Evaluates the requirements for special inspection and test equipment. Instruct other company personnel in the areas of quality requirements, inspection techniques, and problem solving tools. Provide technical expertise as required. Determine the root causes and manage the implementation of effective corrective action as problems are identified. Assists in the preparation, review and approval of specific quality documents in compliance with contractual requirements. These documents shall include, but not be limited to; Manufacturing Procedures, Drawings and Revisions, Procurement Specifications, Qualification Test Procedures, Acceptance Test Procedures, Program Quality Plans, Special Process Procedures, and Training Documents... Develops, for each new program as required, with the responsible manufacturing engineer ( as well as team leaders, Focus Factory Managers...) , the plan by which the reliability of the system, subsystem, or component shall be demonstrated. Supports engineering design personnel in the initial design phases of programs. Participates in design reviews, reviews Test Plan and monitors testing. Monitors and approves the qualification test, lot acceptance test programs, Certified Parts Program(Dock-to-Stock) and independent test labs. Reviews all assigned job travelers and Bills of Material for correctness and applicability of procedure, material requisition, and nomenclature. Monitors all inspection and functional test data, and isolates potential problem areas as indicated by significant lot-to-lot data shifts. Analyzes, complies, and makes available to management and engineering personnel, Quality and reliability data that can be used to predict the performance characteristics of system component. Reviews discrepant products, recommends disposition and heads the Material Review Board for internal and external customers. Maintains effective working relationships with major functional departments within the company, specifically to include, but not limited to, Manufacturing, Sustaining Engineering, NPD Engineering,Tactical, Strategic, Services, Customer Services and Marketing groups... Requirements: BS degree in an Engineering or Quality Assurance. 5+ years of progressive quality or process experience with injection molding, die-casting, basic machining, secondary processing, mech-electric assemblies, components and subassemblies. Experience with APQP, PPAP, MSA , SPC , advanced problem solving techniques, 6 sigma tools, corrective action, root cause analysis, and general process improvements, CI ( (Lean, Six-sigma, Variability Reduction, SPC , etc.). Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written) with diverse audiences both internally and externally. Ability to work well under pressure. Job priorities are subject to change and flexibility will be a key to success in this job. Fluent in reading technical documents and specifications, competent knowledge of applicable measuring devices and equipment with a sound comprehension of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing Experience with supplier manufacturability and design tolerance reviews. Strong experience with Microsoft Office Suite particularity in Access, Excel, Power Point, Lotus & Word. Proficient in data collection, analysis and presentation. Desired skill set: Experience with injection molding, die casting, basic machining, electrical connectors, mech electric assemblies. APQP, PPAP, 8D, Six Sigma problem solving, and Lean manufacturing experience. Experience with design of experiments. Bilingual skill is a big plus (Spanish). ASQ certifications. CMM and Vision system skill. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Sitting at a desk for extend period of time. Walking in and around facility. Kneeling, crouching, twisting upper body at a desk and file drawers. Fine manipulation of fingers to push keys. Communications - oral presentations, written reports, and correspondence. Visual to read computer reports, purchase

Job Title: Supplier Quality Engineer Company: Harris Corporation Location: Melbourne, FL Description: Supplier Quality Engineer Job Code: GCSD01081038 Job Description: Responsible for quality improvement issues related to suppliers and/or subcontractors of materials, products or services used in development or manufacturing. Support commodity strategies and sourcing initiatives. Analyze supplier performance and develop improvement plans for identified problem areas. Use Six Sigma & Lean concepts for supplier improvement of quality and delivery metrics. Support programs assessing potential new suppliers Implement Supplier Partnership concepts with focus suppliers. Provide training for basic quality methodologies to support supplier partnerships. Thorough understanding of Root Cause Analysis. Qualifications: BS degree in engineering field required with a minimum of nine years related experience in supporting design, development, manufacturing, and/or supplier quality activities. Industrial, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering degree is preferred. Experience: Required Experience with Advanced Product Quality Planning, SPC, Potential Failure Mode and Effects Analysis, Quality Audits, Problem Solving Methodologies and Lean Concepts. Six Sigma Black Green belt preferred. Harris is an international communications and information technology company serving government and commercial markets in more than 150 countries. Headquartered in Melbourne , Florida , the company has annual sales of about $4 billion and more than 16,000 employees, including more than 7,000 engineers and scientists. Harris is dedicated to developing best-in-class assured communications products, systems, and services for global markets, including government communications, RF communications, broadcast communications, and wireless transmission network solutions. Harris is proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks By submitting your resume for this position, you understand and agree that Harris Corporation may share your resume, as well as any other related personal information or documentation you provide, with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies (including Harris Stratex Networks, Inc.) for the purpose of considering you for other available positions.

Job Title: Supplier Quality Engineer Company: Starkey Laboratories Location: Eden Prairie, MN Description: Transforming the hearing care industry Starkey is a recognized world leader in high quality audio technology. We serve our customers by providing a broad range of hearing devices that meet a variety of hearing needs. Through unsurpassed customer service practices, we strive to bring a human touch to hearing healthcare. The Starkey Laboratories family of companies includes Audibel, Micro-Tech, Nu-Ear, and Starkey. Starkey is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This position is responsible for performing various Quality Engineering activities with the main purpose of improving our on-going vendor relations as well as developing new processes to audit potential new vendors. • Develop Product Quality Assurance. • Audit suppliers Initial audits as well as on-going audits with our primary suppliers. • Lead the supplier qualification effort. • Lead supplier audits and supplier re-qualification efforts. • Qualify new components and processes. • Partner with Design Engineering on new product development. Participate in design reviews, establish quality requirements, and coordinate qualification testing. • Support Manufacturing/Materials • Support manufacturing with failure analysis and corrective action implementation • Support quality/manufacturing related improvement and cost reduction efforts • Use tools of DOE, Problem Analysis, SPC, and other problem solving techniques • Work with QA and materials to streamline/improve receiving & inspection areas. • Monitor and maintain QA activities • Write incoming inspection test procedures. • Disposition nonconforming material. • Drive quality improvement efforts with suppliers. Benefits of employment We offer our associates a full benefits package that includes Profit Sharing, 401(k), Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), Health and Life Insurance, Short and Long Term Disability and Flexible Spending. What’s more, we’re committed to helping our associates attain their full potential through in-house and on-the-job training, and tuition reimbursement. Requirements: • Education: 4 year college degree in Engineering or equivalent experience with at least 5 years hands on experience evaluating surface mount or microelectronic assemblies required. • Experience: Minimum 3 years experience in Quality Engineering required. Minimum 3 years mechanical, electromechanical or electronic surface mount assembly production experience required. Minimum 3 years experience with reliability testing and failure analysis required. Knowledge • Knowledge of Process validation, IQ and OQ, developing inspection plans and process control plans using sampling plans and statistical methods and basic measurement techniques. • Knowledge of medical device manufacturing desired. • Knowledge of new product development systems desired. • Knowledge of FDA QSR and ISO 13485:2003/ISO 9000:2000 Skills & Abilities • Excellent analytical and problem solving skills required. • Excellent people skills required. • Sufficient judgment to make reasonable business decisions concerning quality issues with regard for both economic and quality aspects. http://www.ultirecruit.com/sta1003/jobboard/NewCandidateExt.aspx?__JobID=20641&__jbsrc=8E221D15-058E-4D04-B4DB-7F080ABD5813

Job Title: Supplier Quality Engineer Company: The Kent Group Location: Cincinnati, OH Description: Successful Global Automotive Supplier is growing and is in need of an experienced Supplier Quality Engineer. The position assures that supplier components meet company quality requirements. The Supplier Quality Engineer will negotiate and evaluate a variety of quality concerns, APQP and PPAP requirements, and communicate these with suppliers, internal teams and customers as required. Lead the supplier APQP process. Demonstrate a working knowledge of in one of the following commodity groups; Aluminum castings, injection molding, electronics, machining, forgings, or stampings. Ability to travel to suppliers to perform audits, follow up on corrective actions. Perform Level V PPAP’s, or conduct APQP. Travel to be up to 35%. Demonstrate the ability to use SPC to control supplier quality when applicable. Develop incoming inspection requirements for vendor components. Determine critical dimensions on vendor components requiring SPC. Review and approve Supplier ISIR’s (PPAP’s). Responsibility of releasing vendor parts. Use various quality techniques to determine vendor related quality problems. Make quality judgments on vendor components per drawing. Perform supplier quality audits. Work with engineering, and buyers, to develop suppliers. Read drawings, utilizing General Dimensioning and Tolerancing. Use TS16949, ISO 14001, and internal quality standards to improve product quality and suppliers. Maintain supplier certification program. Control and maintain costs associated with vendor component sort/rework. Communicate quality concerns to suppliers and issue supplier corrective actions. Work with other departments on customer cost reductions from a Quality Assurance perspective. Direct Supplier's efforts toward TS16949. Support and comply with all company policies, standards (TS, APQP, EMS, 5S, Q1, etc.).

Job Title: Supply Quality Engineer Company: Location: Cypress, CA Description: Supplier Quality Engineer As a member of the SHURflo Quality Assurance Team, the Supplier Quality Engineer works closely with tactical buyers, logistics planner and Strategic team to manage a portfolio of suppliers. The primary focus of the team is to develop supplier partnerships to ensure quality service and cost requirements meet the needs of the SHURflo operations. Responsibilities (other responsibilities may be assigned as necessary): Define and implement SQE strategy in accordance with Corporate and Division's policy Supervise all aspects of the relationship with suppliers in regards to quality. Develop and maintain departmental operating procedures for supply quality assurance. Create and distribute reports on supplier quality performance, supplier corrective action status, containment request status and other reports as determined by management. Maintain master supplier files and approved supplier listing. Define objectives and participate on quality contracts negotiations. Perform supplier audits and integrate new suppliers into programs. Prepare and execute rolling audit plan including system audit, process audit, and follow up audits for continuous improvement. Work Supplier development to implement best practices, establish standard work, and eliminate variation and waste to improve performance. Flow down of SHURflo requirements to Supply Partners. Communication of key product characteristics to suppliers, then implement quality assurance methodology to control key process parameters at suppliers (SPC, gage R&R, FMEA, PPAP, Poke-Yoke...) Collect and analyze data on purchased parts and materials. Work with Supplier Partners on non-conformance reports and supplier corrective action plans. Expedite root cause analysis and corrective action plans. Resolve tooling, documentation & manufacturability issues at the supplier in conjunction with the SHURflo's internal design, quality, process engineering and production teams. Tolerance analysis and review with Design and Supplier quality teams Review and obtain approvals for supplier request for deviations. Assist in the development of alternate sources of supply. Review and recover cost of quality BS degree in an Engineering, Quality Assurance or Supply Chain Management 5+ years of progressive quality or process experience with injection molding, die-casting, basic machining, secondary processing, mech-electric assemblies, components and subassemblies. Detailed knowledge of standard Quality systems and supplier management requirements. Knowledge of ISO-9001:2000 requirements. Technical Skills in metal work and/or metal forming. Experience with APQP, PPAP, MSA, SPC, advanced problem solving techniques, 6 sigma tools, corrective action, root cause analysis, and general process improvements. Fluent in reading technical documents and specifications, competent knowledge of applicable measuring devices and equipment with a sound comprehension of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing Experience with supplier manufacturability and design tolerance reviews. Strong experience with Microsoft Office Suite particularity in Access, Excel, Power Point, Lotus & Word. Good communications skills, verbal and written. Proficient in data collection, analysis and presentation. Desired skill set: Experience with injection molding, die casting, basic machining, electrical connectors, mech electric assemblies. APQP, PPAP, 8D problem solving, and Lean manufacturing experience. Experience with design of experiments. Bilingual skill is a big plus (Mandarin/Cantonese and English). ASQ certifications.

Job Title: Supplier Quality Engineer Company: Radius Staffing Resources Location: Ithaca, NY Description: Our client is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer that has experience working with off shore suppliers. Experience with electro-mechanical assemblies is preferred. The Supplier Quality Engineer will report to the Quality Manager, and is responsible for assuring the implementation and continuing operation of the Supplier Quality program and to insure that TransAct products conform to the organization's quality standards.Responsibilities include: Maintain the Supplier Quality program. Develop methods and procedures for testing and inspecting the quality level of incoming parts and materials as well as finished products. Recommends corrective action for procedural, product or process deficiencies. Analyzes reports and returned products and recommends corrective action. Assist with the maintenance of the Quality reporting system. Qualified candidates should have a Bachelor's degree or equivalent in an engineering related field and a minimum of five years related quality engineering experience. ASQ CQE is required and IPC-610 certification is required or must be able to obtain within first year. The candidate must possess sound knowledge of inspection techniques used in manufacturing, Quality standards, ISO 9000-2001 standards, statistical process control methods, supplier qualification and quality engineering. Must be able to travel internationally.