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Position Title Supplier Quality Engineer Date:
Department: Quality Approved: _____________________________
Classification: Exempt
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Purpose:
To conduct and coordinate all engineering functions of supplier quality that supports the organization’s
goals and objectives as it relates to product, material, Customer expectations and Company goals
Essential Duties:
 Timely review and communication of supplier non‐conformances
 Disposition of defective supplier material
 Tracking supplier performance levels
 Driving improvement in as delivered quality levels
 Investigation of supplier issues detected at the point of use and implementing appropriate
containment actions
 Perform First Article Inspections, Source Inspections, and Quality System Audits within a growing
supply base
 Participate/Lead in the Material Review Board
 Creation of acceptance criteria for purchased components/systems and raw material
 Implement and follow standardized Quality policies and procedures
 Contribute to an established Quality Management System
 Consistently demonstrate understanding of core Quality processes
 Interfacing with production, logistics, engineering, and purchasing teams to drive issues to closure
 Maintain and comply with all regulatory compliance such as FRA, OSHA, EPA, ADAA etc.
 Follow all company policies, procedures and safety rules
 Maintain work area in a clean and orderly condition
 Perform other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications:
 High School Diploma/GED
 A degree in Quality Management, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering is preferred
 Strong Electrical and/or Systems Engineering skills
(Position Manager)
(Director of HR)
NIPPON SHARYO MANUFACTURING, LLC Position Description

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 2 years of hands on experience in fast paced manufacturing environment
 Strong problem solving skills in a fast paced manufacturing environment
 Strong communication skills, both written and oral
 Strong documentation, planning and organizational skills
 Computer skills including a working knowledge of Access, Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
 Strong time management skills
Desired Qualifications:
 Rail and/or mass transit experience
 Proven Leadership Skills
 Hands‐on Management Style
 Can do attitude
Reporting Relationship:
Reports To: Supplier Quality Manager
Peer(s): Quality Staff
Direct Report(s): N/A
Physical Requirements/Work Environment:
 50% working in manufacturing environment
 50% office environment
 Ability to walk, stand, crouch, bend, kneel, lift, carry, reach as needed.
Travel Requirements:
 Less than 40%
Nippon Sharyo Manufacturing, LLC is an equal opportunity employer.