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Johnson Welded Products, Inc. lists this Supplier Development Engineer opportunity in galion, Ohio. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Description
Tramec is currently seeking a Supplier Development Engineer to join either our Tramec Sloan facility in Holland, Michigan or our Tramec Sloan facility in Galion, OH.
Position Summary
The Supplier Development Engineer is responsible for the technical management of purchased components and supplier capabilities throughout the product lifecycle. This position partners with Engineering, Purchasing, Quality, Manufacturing, and Suppliers to identify, qualify, validate, and continuously improve supplier performance while ensuring purchased components meet engineering, quality, cost, and delivery requirements. The Supplier Development Engineer serves as the primary engineering resource supporting supplier selection, APQP activities, PPAP approval, product validation, manufacturing readiness, and supplier development initiatives. This role combines engineering expertise with supplier management to reduce risk, improve quality, and support successful product launches.
Essential Job Functions
Supplier Qualification
Lead technical evaluation and qualification of new suppliers.
Perform supplier capability assessments and manufacturing process evaluations.
Participate in supplier audits and process reviews.
Assess supplier manufacturing technologies and process capabilities.
Evaluate supplier capacity and technical competencies.
Develop supplier qualification plans and approval documentation.
Maintain approved supplier records.
Supplier Development
Develop suppliers to meet engineering and quality expectations.
Work with suppliers to improve manufacturability and process capability.
Lead supplier continuous improvement initiatives.
Support supplier scorecard development.
Component Validation
Coordinate validation of purchased components.
Review supplier drawings and specifications.
Verify compliance with engineering requirements.
Coordinate dimensional inspections.
Approve first article inspections.
Review material certifications.
Verify regulatory compliance.
Support laboratory testing and validation.
Ensure purchased components meet functional requirements before production approval.
APQP / PPAP
Lead supplier APQP activities.
Review and approve supplier:
DFMEA support documentation
PFMEA
Control Plans
Process Flow Diagrams
MSA
SPC studies
Capability studies
PPAP packages
Coordinate Run-at-Rate activities.
Participate in Production Readiness Reviews.
Engineering Support
Review supplier print changes.
Support Engineering Change Notices (ECNs).
Evaluate alternate suppliers.
Participate in cost reduction initiatives.
Support Value Engineering projects.
Review supplier tooling concepts.
Assist Product Engineering during new product launches.
Evaluate supplier DFM recommendations.
Supplier Quality
Participate in supplier corrective actions
Investigate supplier quality issues.
Analyze supplier defect trends.Reduce supplier PPM.
Drive permanent corrective actions.
Participate in warranty investigations involving supplier components.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Work closely with:
Purchasing
Product Engineering
Manufacturing Engineering
Quality
Production
Sales
Customers
Suppliers
Participate in design reviews.
Support sourcing decisions.
Assist purchasing with technical supplier negotiations.
Provide engineering recommendations regarding make-versus-buy decisions.
Travel up to 25% as required
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related engineering discipline.
Minimum 5–8 years of engineering, supplier quality, manufacturing engineering, or purchasing engineering experience.
Experience with supplier qualification.
Experience validating manufactured components.
Experience with APQP and PPAP.
Experience working with domestic and international suppliers.
Heavy-duty truck, automotive, or industrial manufacturing experience preferred.
Travel
Computer Skills
SolidWorks
PDM/PLM systems
AutoCAD
Epicor or equivalent ERP
Microsoft Office Suite
Advanced Excel
Project management software
Minitab (preferred)
Statistical analysis software
Technical Knowledge
Strong understanding of:
GD&T
Engineering drawings
Tolerance stack-ups
Injection molding
Metal stamping
Machining
Die casting
Forging
Welding
Plastic manufacturing
Surface finishing
Heat treating
APQP
PPAP
PFMEA
Control Plans
SPC
MSA
Capability Studies
ISO 9001
IATF 16949
Lean Manufacturing
Six Sigma
Supplier auditing
Leadership Competencies
Technical leadership
Supplier relationship management
Negotiation support
Project management
Risk assessment
Root cause analysis
Continuous improvement
Excellent communication
Strong analytical skills
Ability to manage multiple supplier projects simultaneously
Independent decision-making
Physical Requirements
Walking Sitting Standing Typing Reading Grasping
Stooping Twisting Reaching Climbing Bending Stretching
Lifting- up to 50lbs.
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screening. Tramec is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as defined by applicable law. At this time, we are not able to offer visa sponsorship or relocation assistance for this position. We appreciate your understanding. #ZR
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Worksite address
galion, OH, 44833, US
Who can apply
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