Supplier Quality Engineer
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Wenger Corporation, a privately held manufacturer of music education and athletic products, seeks a Supplier Quality Engineer in Owatonna, MN to provide technical quality support, manage inspection and metrology, control non‑conforming material, resolve quality issues, and support product teams.
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Wenger Corporation is a privately held, leading manufacturer of high-quality music education, performing arts and athletic products. Choosing between working for a large or small company can require some unfortunate trade-offs. Wenger Corporation is the sweet spot you didn't believe was possible. As a 550-employee, international market leader, we provide the generous benefits and wellness programs you need, the opportunities for development and advancement you desire, and the corporate growth you rely on. And we by wrap it all in a family-owned, small-company culture where your voice is heard, your name is known, and your impact is felt. Blending the best of big and small companies. That's Wenger Corporation.
Wenger Corporation is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to join our team in Owatonna, MN. As a Supplier Quality Engineer, you will contribute to Wenger Corporation's strategy to provide an exceptional customer experience by providing technical support in quality engineering around part inspection and metrology, control of non-conforming material, resolution of quality issues, and product team support.
At a minimum, you'll need:
A Technical degree in related areas (quality assurance, mechanical engineering, industrial engineering) or ASQC Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) is strongly preferred, or minimum three plus (3+) years of quality assurance or related manufacturing experience in lieu of a degree
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Demonstrated knowledge of and skills in the use of inspection/measurement/test equipment/metrology
Demonstrated ability to read/interpret blueprints
Math/statistical background with a strong numbers aptitude
What you will do on a typical day:
Perform data collection, statistical analysis, report generation, and supplier trip reports
Represent the Quality Assurance department in Product Development Teams and Quality/Productivity Teams
Maintain non-conforming material database entries and cost analysis for assigned suppliers
Initiate and maintain inspection procedures internally and with suppliers as needed
Support First Article processing and inspection for new supplier, parts, or substantive changes
Review ECOs/drawings prior to release on assigned product groups
Provide training of other team members in statistical methods, quality improvement tools, and metrology
Provide leadership and support to the Receiving/Quality department as necessary
Recommend new methods to increase efficiency or new equipment for either inspection or production at suppliers
Develop and help source necessary inspection tools, equipment, and fixtures
Support daily continuous process improvement and Lean initiatives by maintaining Gemba board metrics, gathering and analyzing data to identify and lead improvements in their areas of responsibility
Assist with global supplier selection, analysis, evaluation, performance metrics, and development
Travel to foreign suppliers 2-4 times annually to support processes, quality improvement, and product reviews
Support the global procurement team during off-hours as needed
Benefit offerings include:
Paid Time Off
9 Paid Holidays
Generous Profit Sharing
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
Spending Accounts HSA, FSA, DCFSA
Company Paid Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance
401k Retirement Plan with Company Match
Company Paid Life Insurance
Supplemental Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Put your passion to work in an exciting, rewarding industry that inspires innovation today!
Wenger Corporation is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer
All qualified Candidates are Encouraged to Apply
Minimum Education Required
Master Degree
Minimum Experience Required
3 years
Shift
First (Day)
Number of Openings
1
Public Transportation Accessible
Yes
Veterans Encouraged to Apply
No
Physical Required
Yes
Drug Test Required
Yes
Compensation
$73,000.00 - $90,000.00 / Annually
Postal Code
55060
Job Type
Full Time
Place of Work
On-site
Requisition ID
253733
Job Benefits
Not specified
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