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We are a world leader in the construction and stone industries. Our extensive construction product range includes machines, diamond tools and all accessories that you need for cutting, sawing and drilling, as well as polishing floors. We are located in Olathe, Kansas. Check us out at www.husqvarnaconstruction.com/us/.\nWe are looking for a candidate with demonstrated expertise in supplier development engineering to join our team in Olathe, KS. As our Supplier Quality Engineer, you will play a critical role in ensuring that all purchased materials meet our rigorous quality standards. Your work will support the success of our Olathe assembly facility by driving quality assurance from established suppliers and cultivating new supplier relationships that align with our production goals.\nWhat You’ll Do:\nProcess Assurance\nCollaborate with new product development teams to provide supplier quality planning and risk assessment.\nDefine Advanced Part Quality Planning (APQP) requirements for new parts and oversee supplier APQP processes, including Production Part Approval Process (PPAP).\nActively participate in project meetings, engineering reviews, and manufacturing pilots to ensure quality standards are maintained from design to production.\nSupplier Qualification & Development\nPartner with Sourcing to assess, select, and improve supplier performance to meet our quality benchmarks.\nConduct comprehensive Supplier Quality Audits, implement corrective actions, and educate suppliers on our quality assurance standards and best practices.\nQuality Deviation Management\nOversee the disposition and cost recovery of non-conforming materials, working closely with Quality Control on fault classification and escalation.\nDevelop and implement incoming inspection plans and facilitate root cause analysis and corrective actions (8D), ensuring effective solutions are validated.\nReport key quality metrics, including PPM (Parts Per Million) reject rates and quality issues, to the Global Supplier Quality Engineering (SQE) Manager.\nContinuous Improvement Initiatives\nContribute to product and process improvement by identifying supplier quality risks and recommending preventive actions.\nPartner with design teams to enhance component manufacturability and quality, aligning with best practices for continuous improvement.\nKey Skills and Knowledge:\nSolid expertise in supplier quality assurance, auditing practices, and quality management systems.\nProficient in MS Office and familiar with measurement systems, assembly procedures, and mechanical drawings.\nPractical knowledge of machinery operation, quality auditing, and improvement tools.\nQualifications:\nBachelor’s degree required, with 3-5 years of relevant experience in manufacturing or purchasing.\nCertified Supplier Quality Professional (ASQ) preferred.\nWorking Conditions:\nExposure to diverse manufacturing environments and approximately 20% travel, primarily local/domestic (within 3 hours).\nWe Offer:\nA competitive salary.\nA full benefits package, including medical/dental/vision insurance, at date of hire.\nA 401(k) with matching and no vesting.\nAn employee purchase discount on Husqvarna products.\nAn education assistance program.\nPaid parental leave.\n. . . and more!\nIf you’re passionate about elevating supplier quality and have a track record of success in manufacturing environments, especially within the heavy equipment industry, we want to hear from you. 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