Supplier Quality Management Analyst II

Tasks

Inside the Role

Tactical Supplier Quality Engineers (TSQEs) monitor and audit the quality of all parts purchased from an outside source. They work to not only find defects, but also to find the cause of the defect and develop a solution. Tactical Supplier Quality Engineer is the first line of defense for potential supplier quality issues for all product lines (Engine, Axle, Transmissions, eMobility, Turbo, and Machining).

When you join Daimler Truck, you become an agent of change within our global community of people working to create a cleaner, safer, and more efficient world for today and tomorrow. Through innovation at all levels, our teams ensure our world-changing brands continue to increase the quality of life and the business success of our customers, their customers, and the world around them. The Daimler Truck North America (DTNA) brand portfolio is second to none, and includes Freightliner Trucks, Western Star Trucks, Detroit engines and components, Thomas Built Buses and Freightliner Custom Chassis.

We Take Care of Our Team

Position offers a starting salary range of $74,500 - $95,000 USD

Pay offered dependent on knowledge, skills, and experience

Benefits include annual bonus program; 401k company contribution with company match up to 6% as well as non-elective company contribution of 3 - 7% depending on age; starting at 4 weeks paid vacation; 13+ calendar holidays; 8 weeks paid parental leave; employee assistance program; comprehensive healthcare plans and wellness programs; onsite fitness (at some locations); tuition assistance and volunteer paid time off; short-term and long-term disability plans.

At Daimler Truck North America, we recognize our world is changing faster than ever before. By listening to the needs of today, we're building to solve with cutting-edge solutions in sustainability and future driving technology across electric, hydrogen and autonomous. These solutions, backed by years of innovative success and achievement, continue DTNA's legacy as the undisputed industry leader. Our evolving brand portfolio is second to none, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Demand Detroit, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis, and Financial Services. Together, we work as one team towards our envisioned future - building a cleaner, safer and more efficient tomorrow for all. That is what we are working toward - for all who keep the world moving.

Qualifications

What You Drive at DTNA

• Investigates and determines responsibility for quality complaints with respect to suspect purchased components.

• Initiates supplier containment with respect to defective or suspect purchased components. Ensures disposition of defective material with the supplier.

• Directly contacts the supplier to coordinate reactive activities.

• Documents activities related to investigation, disposition and resolution to quality complaints.

• Coordinates cross-functional activities within a manufacturing union environment.

• Interacts with international co-workers with respect to supplier quality related issues and participates in in-plant quality improvement activities.

• Performs special projects as required and keeps abreast of specifications and industry standards.

Knowledge You Should Bring

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university/college OR 6years of relevant experience in lieu of degree.

• Understanding of statistical methods in process assessment, control, and problem solving.

• Demonstrates verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to formulate and coordinate several activities simultaneously.

• Ability to interpret drawings and engineering specifications.

• Ability to start an investigation, gather all necessary data, and properly close the investigation with supporting data.

• Ability to work through quality problems with internal customer and external supplier.

Exceptional Candidates Might Have

• Expertise in specific manufacturing and assembly processes used by DDC.

• Experience with the use of measuring/test equipment (micrometers, calipers, gage pins, tensile testers, and vision systems).

• Familiarity with heavy-duty engines, axles, transmissions, and after treatment technology.

• Knowledgeable in quality assurance disciplines.

• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

• Ability to work day, afternoon, midnight shift and weekends.

t">Additional Information

• This position is not open for Visa sponsorship or to existing Visa holders

• Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application

• Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check

• Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen

• Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions

• EEO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans

Daimler Truck North America is committed to employing a diverse workforce and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status.

For an accommodation or special assistance with applying for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at 503-745-8982 or toll free 800-206-3369. For TTY/TDD enabled call 503-745-2137 or toll free 866-355-6935.