Senior Supplier Quality Engineer

Job description

**10961BR**
**PRS Facility Location:**

EMD Muncie, IN Locomotive - 462

**Job Purpose:**

Will be responsible for managing supplier quality and development of assigned global suppliers.

**Req ID:**

10961BR

**Company Description:**

Progress Rail stands at the intersection of legacy and innovation—driving the future of rail with a pioneering spirit.

Since its founding in 1983, the company has grown to become one of the world’s largest and most trusted providers of railroad products, services, and technologies.

Today, Progress Rail delivers a comprehensive portfolio of cost-effective solutions to railway customers around the globe.

From the rails themselves to the EMD® locomotives that ride them, the company’s products are in operation across more than 100 countries—powering progress and connecting communities.

In 2006, Progress Rail joined Caterpillar Inc., further strengthening its ability to lead the rail industry with cutting-edge technology, unmatched expertise, and a commitment to excellence.

At Progress Rail, the team is not just building the future of rail—they are making history every day.

**Education / Training:**

• Engineering degree (Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical) or equivalent training and experience.

Preferred:
• MS in engineering or MBA.

**Job Title:**

Senior Supplier Quality Engineer

**City:**

Muncie

**Key Job Elements:**

• Identify PPAP (Production Parts Approval Process) requirements;
• Dimensional Reports, Process Flow, Control Plan, PFMEA, DFMEA, Materials Certificate, etc.;
• Evaluate supplier PPAP submission for conformance to specifications and compliance to requirements;
• Conduct supplier audits and coach for continuous improvement;
• Evaluate QN(Quality Notification) root cause and corrective action responses from suppliers for accuracy and effectiveness;
• Assist purchasing in cost reduction and supplier cost recovery projects with existing suppliers;
• Identify process gaps and make recommendations for correction;
• Lead and manage nonconforming supplier material investigations with containment, rework and cost recovery;
• Work closely with PR Design Engineering and Purchasing to ensure supplied components meet PR specifications;
• Apply advanced knowledge of manufacturing and engineering processes to guide improvement and solutions
• Lead and drive supplier performance improvements;
• Program manage capability efforts to include documented project plan with specific actions and deadlines;
• Report out regularly, updating leadership.

**Qualifications and Experience:**

Required:
• Quality professional with experience and knowledge of engine systems, fabrications, welding, machining, & electrical rotating equipment;
• Function in accordance with the principles outlined in the Code of Conduct and Values in Action;
• Proficient oral and written skills;
• Understanding of DFMEA and PFMEA methodology;
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and controls;
• Knowledge of PPAP, control plans, capability analysis;
• Strong leadership and communication skills; collaborative; change agent qualities;
• Creative thinking capability for problem solving, 8D, 5Y methodology;
• Considerable creativity and initiative to problem solve, identify solutions as well as improvement opportunities;
• Ability to travel up to 50%.

Preferred:
• Knowledge of locomotive, background in heavy manufacturing;
• Background in automotive quality principles (APQP, AIAG, etc.);
• Knowledge of six sigma, lean manufacturing and corrective action planning; Six sigma black belt a plus;
• Knowledge of ERP, metrology, statistical measurement capability.

Essential and Physical Activities Functions:
• Strength – Position involves work in a standard office environment.

Frequent sitting.

Occasional standing, walking.

Rare lifting;
• Motion – Position requires standard repetitive motions and hand/eye coordination associated with research and central office communications;
• Vision/Hearing Requirements – Frequent communications, including both talking and hearing;
• Work Environment – Position will typically be located in an office environment;
• Emotional Demands – Position is vital to the organization, as no service or support product can enter multiple Progress Rail facilities without Indirect Sourcing Team; high degree of flexibility and demand with ability to work with a team to accomplish the mission;
• Safety – Position is primarily limited to general office safety and travel requirements; however, visits to industrial locations may require the use of PPE.

**EEO:**

Progress Rail is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

**Benefits:**

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance, and experience.

Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Progress Rail.**

+ Competitive Salary
+ 401(k) plan with up to 6% company match (no waiting period with immediate vesting)
+ Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability Insurance
+ Supplemental Accident, Critical Care, and Hospital Insurance available along with an HDHP and HSA with seed money
+ Flexible Spending Accounts
+ Paid Vacation
+ Paid Holidays
+ Paid Time-Off (PTO)
+ Employee Assistance Plan
+ Education Assistance Program
+ Employee Recognition Programs
+ Site specific Production and Incentive Plans
+ Site specific Step and Skill Level Wage Adjustment Plans
+ Site Specific Relocation and Sign-on Bonus Programs

_*Benefits eligibility varies by job position, full-time/part-time and regular/temporary status.

The provisions of the plan documents control such benefits._

_**Subject to position, eligibility, and plan guidelines._

**Job Category:**

Engineering

**State::**

Indiana

Required Skill Profession

Other General