Role Summary:
Responsible for driving Supplier Quality Improvements, working directly with suppliers on Supplier/Process Approvals (Audit), Part Qualification (Flowserve Part Approval Process [FPAP])and Non-Conforming Report (NCR) Resolution to include Containment, Root Cause, Corrective and Preventative Action.Identifytrends within accountable Supplier population andwheredeemedappropriate, engagecentralSupplier Development Team for further detailed supplier improvement support activity.
Your role:
Leadthe deployment of problem solving and improvement planswithsitesuppliers.
Partner withDivisional &GlobalQuality& Supply Chaintoanalyzedata onsupplier performanceandidentifyareas of focus.
Support incustomer complaints /escapesproblem solving(RCA/CA).
Perform verification audits to suppliers to ensure Corrective Action implementation and sustainability(Control Plan).
Lead process and product audits to suppliers to verify complianceonFlowserve expectations.
Facilitateand/or leadPPAP programs as dictated by procurement strategy(preventive)or quality performance(corrective).
Support the update and maintenance of different Flowserve platforms: AVL, Assessment documentation,SCARand CAPA registers.
Work with a proactive approachwith Site Supply ChaintoassureSupplierKPIs complianceand reporting(Non-conformances, Rework, Scrap, First Pass Yield, Escapes, Warranties, Corrective Actions).
FosterContinuous Improvementculture by leadingprojects associated withsuppliersCost ofPoorQuality.
Assure safety rules are followed as a moral authority in thesuppliers’facilities. Supportm
aintainingall Quality certifications for the business (ISO 9001:2015, otherssitespecific)as well asexternal audits (customer or third party).
Act with an enterpriseand collaborationmindset.
Your Profile:
Bachelor’s degree in engineeringfield (manufacturing, industrial, or mechanical)
5yearsofexperienceinSupplier Quality Assurance, no leadership experience required.
Previousexperience in metal-mechanic industries and similarbusiness.
ISO 9001:2015InternalAuditor
Overall knowledge of API, ASME(Section II,V, VIII, IX)standards.
Skilled inTeam OrientedProblem Solving& Corrective Actionmanagement(8D, A3).
Prior experienceleadingAPQP, PPAP, FAI,GD&T,Control Plan(Core Tools)
Six Sigma Green Belt, Lean Practitioneror equivalent
Skilled in data analysis and quality KPI performance management.
Experience in QualitySoftwareSystems
English bilingual, business conversation.
Must be able to travel both domestic and international50% oftime.
Outgoing proactivemindset and strongcollaborativeand communication skills.
Understand project management tools to ensure effective andtimelycompletion of project milestones.
Use detailed process mapping tools to define and analyze quality workflows.
Embrace and drive accountability and performance-based culture focused on operational excellence.
Interact & guide the other functional areas including manufacturing, purchasing, engineering, production, and field service/repair to evaluate failure trends, product quality problems, and quality issues.
Evaluate existing quality processes and systems for effectiveness and improvement opportunities.
Communicate effectively in both verbal and written form with a wide variety of interested parties including both internal and external to Flowserve. Communicate effectively with associates at all levels, from the factory floor to executives at Flowserve and Customers.
Adaptapproachanddemeanorin real time to match the shifting demands of different situations.
Gains the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.