**DESCRIPTION** The Supplier Quality Engineer creates value by supporting supplier quality initiatives that enable the business or function to achieve its operational and strategic supplier quality goals. **Key Responsibilities:** + Good knowledge related to Stamping, fabrication, welding and Painting/ powder coating process. + Exposure to parts like Deep draw Oil pan, Gear Cover&Brackets will be added advantage. + Good knowledge related to GD&T / reading drawings / measurement techniques / understanding of welding standards. + Build relationships with all critical partners to improve quality and business outcomes, including external suppliers, external customers, and internal stakeholders such as Purchasing, Manufacturing, and Engineering. + Develop new parts at assigned suppliers and complete source release, Technical Review, PPAP, and APQP processes. + Maintain and monitor the quality of parts supplied by assigned suppliers and drive improvement actions on quality issues reported by plants (CAPA). + Assign reactive and proactive performance targets to suppliers, monitor progress against the targets with stipulated frequency. + Conduct yearly Product&Process Audits at suppliers and lead key quality improvement projects. + Drive supplier quality work plans with assigned suppliers and facilitate regular review meetings. + Participate in the resolution of external supplier-related quality challenges, supporting root cause analysis, corrective actions development, and effectiveness verification. + Participate in quality performance planning and improvement processes for specific product types or supply base segments. + Lead the quality planning and improvement process for low complexity and low-risk product types or supply base segments. + Conduct supplier audits and may lead low complexity and low-risk audits after becoming a certified auditor. + Travel 60 to 70 percent to India supplier base for process improvement, source release, APQP, and developmental work. **RESPONSIBILITIES** **Experience:** + Minimal level of relevant work experience required. + Good knowledge of stamping, fabrication, welding, and painting/powder coating processes. + Exposure to parts such as deep draw oil pans, gear covers, and brackets is an added advantage. + Strong understanding of GD&T, reading drawings, measurement techniques, and welding standards. + Proficiency in 7-Step problem solving/8D, quality tools, Technical Review, APQP, PPAP, MSA, SPC, and Source Release processes. + System knowledge related to CQMS. + Strong analytical skills for data analysis and driving corrective actions. + Good verbal and written communication skills. + Flexible, adaptable, and willing to accept challenges. + Ability to collaborate with plant quality and engineering teams in case of quality issues from parts supplied by assigned suppliers. + Ability to handle conflict situations effectively. **Competencies:** + **Communicates Effectively:** Developing and delivering multi-mode communications tailored to different audiences. + **Customer Focus:** Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions. + **Auditing:** Applying auditing skills and Quality Management Systems knowledge to assess manufacturing processes for quality and safety risks. + **Interpreting Technical Requirements:** Applying GD&T principles and Engineering Standards to interpret engineering drawings. + **Manufacturing Process Design:** Designing zero-defect manufacturing processes that meet technical and customer requirements. + **Manufacturing Process Validation:** Applying core automotive tools (DFMEA, PFMEA, Control Plan, SPC, MSA, Source Release, and PPAP) for process validation. + **Measurement Process Design:** Designing measurement systems that meet industry and customer requirements. + **Problem Solving:** Utilizing systematic analysis processes and industry-standard methodologies for problem resolution. + **Quality Influence:** Engaging with stakeholders to drive constructive conflict resolution and ensure balanced decision-making. + **Quality Standards:** Applying ISO9001:2015 and IATF16949 standards to develop regulatory-compliant processes. + **Statistical Foundations:** Utilizing statistical tools and techniques for data-driven decision-making and process improvement. + **Supplier Performance Improvement:** Developing and executing quality improvement strategies for supplier performance enhancement. + **Supplier Quality Project Planning and Execution:** Applying APQP skills to develop and execute quality plans for suppliers. + **Values Differences:** Recognizing and leveraging diverse perspectives and cultures in the organization. + **Supplier Product Reliability:** Evaluating supplier product designs and manufacturing processes to meet reliability expectations. **QUALIFICATIONS** **Qualifications:** + College, university, or equivalent degree in Engineering or a related technical or scientific subject required. + This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations. **Job** Quality **Organization** Cummins Inc. **Role Category** Remote **Job Type** Exempt - Experienced **ReqID** 2412986 **Relocation Package** No