For this U.S. based position, the expected compensation range is $112,000 - $155,000 per year, which includes base pay and short-term incentive.
The compensation range for this full-time position applies to candidates located within the United States. Our salary ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the salary range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Schneider Electric also offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees, inclusive of medical (with member reward points), dental, vision, and basic life insurance, Benefit Bucks (credits to apply towards your benefits) flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, 401(k) + match, well-being and recognition (including service anniversary) programs, 12 holidays per year, 15 days of paid time off per year (pro-rated in the first year of employment based on start date), opportunity to purchase company stock (eligibility depends on start date), and military leave benefits.
You must submit an online application to be considered for the position. The Company will accept applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Supplier Quality Manager to join our Buffalo, NY area facilities. This position is responsible for ensuring suppliers meet all quality standards for components used in Motivair products. Key duties include conducting supplier audits, leading root cause analysis for quality issues, verifying supplier compliance through processes like PPEP (Production Part Evaluation Process), and collaborating with internal teams like engineering and procurement. The role requires strong analytical skills to track key performance indicators (KPIs), drive continuous improvement, and ensure timely delivery of high-quality parts.
Core responsibilities:
- Supplier performance management: Establish and monitor a system to measure supplier performance against key metrics like defect rates (PPM) and delivery timeliness.
- Audits and compliance: Conduct quality system and process audits at supplier facilities to ensure they meet company and regulatory standards.
- Control plan development and validation: Perform fault induction testing against control plans developed through FMEA processes.
- New supplier qualification: Collaborate with engineering and procurement to assess and qualify new suppliers based on their capabilities.
- Quality issue resolution: Lead the process for root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions for quality problems with suppliers.
- Process improvement: Drive continuous improvement initiatives with suppliers, including waste reduction and cost-saving projects.
- Quality system implementation: Ensure suppliers implement quality systems and methodologies like APQP and PPAP.
- Cross-functional collaboration: Work with internal departments such as engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain to resolve issues and manage the introduction of new parts or design changes.
- Reporting: Analyze quality data and provide reports on supplier performance to management.
Who will you report to?
You will report to the Quality Director. This role is an onsite position. You are required to report to the Buffalo, NY area facilities 5 days a week.
Required skills and qualifications:
- A bachelor’s degree in a technical field (e.g., engineering) or equivalent experience.
- 5+ years of experience with high volume production (cooling/air conditioning, automotive, consumer goods or mechanical devices).
- Strong knowledge of quality methodologies, including root cause analysis, FMEA, and control plans.
- Experience with quality tools and processes such as APQP, PPEP, and SPC (Statistical Process Control).
- Familiarity with the design, manufacturing, or operation of Data Center Cooling equipment.
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and project management skills.
- Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and manage multiple issues simultaneously.
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You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled.
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