Eaton’s IS VEH Power Connections division is currently seeking a Supplier Development Engineer.

What you’ll do:

Eaton’s Mobility Group, Power Connections business is currently seeking a Lead SCM Supplier Quality.Supplier Development to join our team.

Position Overview:

Use technical expertise in manufacturing process and SDE processes & procedures, enhancing the results and compliance in the in terms of technical subjects/developments and in the process & tolls applications, including design feasibility analysis and process development (APQP), to drive the successful approval (PPAP) and launch of components (SAFE Launch) within the Global Supply Base

Drive audits and suppliers’ qualification (QSL), continuous improvement actions such as Lean Manufacturing, Scrap Reduction, Design Improvements, and Capability Improvements in the components for Eaton´s supply base

In this function you will:

• Drives process and systemic quality improvements, at assigned supplier sites, through the use of quality tools (SPC, Lean, Six Sigma) and validates improvements through defined measurables to reduce quality non-conformances.

• Works with suppliers and plant SQA to implement effective 8D corrective action and comprehensive performance improvement plans as required.

• Conducts Quality/System/Technical Assessment, in support of new sourcing, to determine if a supplier’s quality system meets Eaton’s performance thresholds.

• Set Action Plans to fulfill gaps found on the assessment, support and assure implementation plan.

• Participates on commodity strategy supporting the decision and provides quality detail required to guarantee the implementation.

• Performs fundamental data analysis (Quality systems, PPM, DMR) to determine performance level of responsible suppliers and drive action plans as required.

Qualifications:

Required (Basic) Qualifications:

• Education:

o Complete degree in engineering discipline + Post Graduation

• Experience:

o 8 years, Supplier Quality/Development Minimum 3 years of experience w/ ISO/IATF16949 Quality Management Systems

o PPAP, APQP, MSA, SPC, senior auditor, Green Belt

o Ability to: effectively communicate at all levels within the company; work cross-functionally; think and act strategically, lead meetings Globally (Fluent English speaker); digital mindset Minimum 2 years’ experience in a supervisory and/or management role

Preferred Qualifications:

• Six Sigma Blackbelt or Greenbelt certification

• ASQ Certified Quality Manager (CQM), ASQ Certified Quality Auditor (CQA)and/or ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE)

• Direct customer interface, manage and resolve complaints.

• Knowledge of Divisional policies, objectives and procedures regarding detection and analysis of product nonconformance to specification. Basic understanding of statistical quality control, and Eaton Engineering systems, components, and product applications.

• Knowledge of cost control, budgeting and fixed asset planning for return on investment.

• Highly developed human relations skills necessary to establish and maintain effective work relationships in a different levels and areas to promote and motivate employee involvement in, and acceptance.

Skills:

Position Criteria:

• Strong ethics, values, and the ability to influence and impact others’ decision making

• Strong customer focus and interpersonal skills

• Experience with positive employee relations and programs

• Analytical skills

• Coaching/Facilitation/Conflict Management skills

We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for job applicants and employees. Our recruitment processes use balanced selection criteria and avoid unlawful discrimination against applicants on the basis of their age, colour, disability, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, race or racial origin, religion, sexual orientation or any other status protected or required by law.