LOCATION: Bowling Green / Kentucky (US-KY), United States | BRAND: Bendix | REQUISITION ID: 5963 | JOB GRADE: 15
| ON-SITE/REMOTE: Hybrid
Want to help shape tomorrow? At Bendix we’ve been doing it for 90 years…setting the standard with advanced dynamic solutions that drive improved commercial vehicle performance and safety. We’re part of the Knorr-Bremse Group, the global leader in braking technologies. As part of our team, you’ll collaborate with a world of talented and dedicated colleagues whose sense of purpose complements your own. You’ll find rewarding opportunities, diverse experiences, partnerships, and an unwavering commitment to ethics and integrity. Innovation is part of our DNA. Achievement drives our culture. Learn more today! www.bendix.com/careers

POSITION SUMMARY:

Position is required to develop suppliers in Quality and Product Safety areas supporting Bendix tier 1 suppliers for braking systems.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Strong knowledge of APQP, VDA 6.3, PSA, IS9000:2000, IATF 16949 and QMPP
• Strong knowledge of statistics
• Strong knowledge of SAP
• Strong knowledge of quality core tools
• Proper application of GD&T
• Problem-solving tools

EXPERIENCE:

• 3-5 years’ experience in Quality and Supplier Quality Engineering:
• Leading teams
• Managing projects
• Working with manager level at suppliers
• Dealing with confrontation
• Applying problem-solving methods and tools

SKILLS:

• Strong negotiation skills
• Effective communication skills
• Strong statistical and analytical skills
• Strong auditing skills
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Ability to read GD&T
• Multi-tasking skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor of Engineering
• Master’s degree a plus
• Green Belt certification preferred

THE DEMANDS DESCRIBED HERE ARE REPRESENTATIVE OF THOSE THAT MUST BE MET BY AN EMPLOYEE TO SUCCESSFULLY PERFORM THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THIS JOB. REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS MAY BE MADE TO ENABLE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES TO PERFORM THE ESSENTIAL DUTIES.

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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Experience in application of quality and problem-solving methodologies
• Resolve medium impact/complex issues at plant and supplier locations
• Manage suppliers through PAVE
• Coordinate the APQP projects for suppliers (DMI+)
• Define and agree on actions with suppliers to meet PPM targets
• Develop supplier’s systems in all aspects of quality and safety
• Assure agreement for obtainable design/process controls