Tactical Supplier Quality Engineer | Waterloo, IA

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  • Location: Waterloo, IA

  • Company: John Deere

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Primary Location: United States (US) - Iowa - Waterloo Function: Quality Engineering Title: Tactical Supplier Quality Engineer - 104776 Onsite/Remote: Onsite

Position Your Responsibilities As a Tactical Supplier Quality Engineer for John Deere Waterloo Drivetrain Operations located in Waterloo, Iowa , you will…. Work with Design Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Production Quality and Suppliers to identify root cause of quality issues supporting Order Fulfilment Process (OFP).

Work with suppliers to contain quality issues in support of 24-hour containment of supplier quality issues with the business unit. Coordinate significant containment activities for both quality and design related issues with the business unit to ensure containment is complete. Initiate corrective action and closure for recurrences significantly affecting FPY, resulting

in line down time or significant repair. Responsible for managing proper disposition and action of data related to supplier quality using SAP.

Support Business Unit through internal initiatives, non-conformance communication and attendance at key meetings. You will also. Support warranty initiatives driven from low-hour warranty and Quality Improvement Teams (QIT) Lead communication on critical and relevant issues to appropriate functional areas. Identify, create, and process purchase orders to pay suppliers for services provided due to containment activities. Provide training and/or supervision to individual contributors on TQE processes and procedures.

Provide accountable metric guidance and expertise to supporting staff. Monitors and facilitates as element experts for said metrics. Document and improve quality processes as they pertain to supplied parts. Visa Sponsorship is NOT available for this position. What Skills You Need 2 or more years of experience in one or more related engineering areas: industrial, reliability, design, manufacturing, quality. 2 or more years of experience with quality engineering tools, systems, and databases (SAP, Windchill, RECON, Excel, MS Office Suite, etc. ). 2 or more years of experience of drawing and schematic interpretation, product models, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing.

Proven ability to communicate effectively and professionally with cross functional teams in both verbal and written formats. Technical background through experience or education. Knowledge and understanding of basic manufacturing processes. Proficient in the use of NCCA (Non-Conforming Corrective Action) and 8D problem resolution processes. Strong time management and organizational skills required. Ability to work flexible hours to support business operations. What Makes You Stand Out Experience using JDSN, MC20, PDM Link, Windchill, Creo View, and/or Stratawise.

Experience using measurement devices such as Caliper, Micrometer and/or Profilometer. Experience Resolving Blocked Stock Errors. Experience reviewing CMM Reports and Gear Traces. Project Leadership. Additionally. Knowledge and experience of quality tools such as root cause analysis, mistake proofing, SPC, PFMEA, and control plans and the ability to utilize those tools to guide decision making and solve problems. Knowledge of basic data analysis techniques (e. g. pareto charts, histograms, pie and bar charts and control plans). Six Sigma training and/or certification.

Possess excellent problem-solving skills and executing corrective actions and preventive actions. Possess the ability to lead and effectively influence without authority. Previous Supplier Quality experience and/or Tactical Quality Engineering experience. Education Ideally you will have a degree or equivalent related work experience in the following: Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering, Technology, or Science discipline or equivalent experience. What You'll Get At John Deere, you are empowered to create a career that will take you to where you want to go while working in an inclusive team environment.

Here, you'll enjoy the freedom to explore new projects, the support to think outside the box and the advanced tools and technology that foster innovation and achievement. Additionally, we offer a comprehensive reward package to help you get started on your new career path, including: Flexible work arrangements Highly competitive base pay and performance bonuses Savings & Retirement benefits (401K and Defined Contribution) Healthcare benefits with a generous company contribution in the Health Savings Account Adoption assistance Employee Assistance Programs Tuition assistance Fitness subsidies and on-site gyms at specific Deere locations Charitable contribution match Employee Purchase Plan & numerous discount programs for personal use Follow this link to learn more about our Total Rewards Package bit.

ly/3XCd8f L The information contained herein is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and qualifications required of individuals performing the job. The qualifications detailed in this job description are not considered the minimum requirements necessary to perform the job, but rather as guidelines. The terms of the applicable benefit plans, and all company actions administering or interpreting these plans, continue to control.

Deere & Company reserves the right to suspend, amend, modify, or terminate the Plan(s) in any manner at any time, including the right to modify or eliminate any cost-sharing between the company and participants. Changes, which can be made at any time, are made by action of the company's board of directors, or to the extent authorized by resolution of its board of directors, or by the Deere & Company Compensation Committee. In the event of a conflict between the language of the official Plan Documents and this document, the language of the official Plan Documents will control.

ACA Section 1557 Nondiscrimination Notice The John Deere Health Benefit Plans for Salaried Employees and The John Deere Benefit Plan for Wage Employees comply with applicable Federal civil rights laws and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or interaction.

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