Supplier Quality Specialist - Fort Valley, United States - Blue Bird

Blue Bird Fort Valley, United States

4 days ago

Description

Blue Bird (NASDAQ: BLBD) is recognized as a technology leader and innovator of school buses since its founding in 1927. Our dedicated team members design, engineer and manufacture school buses with a singular focus on safety, reliability, and durability. School buses carry the most precious cargo in the world - 25 million children twice a day - making them the most trusted mode of student transportation. The company is the proven leader in low- and zero-emission school buses with more than 20,000 propane, natural gas, and electric powered buses in operation today. Blue Bird is transforming the student transportation industry through cleaner energy solutions. For more information on Blue Bird's complete product and service portfolio, visit

JOB SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Director of Supplier Quality, this role is responsible for supporting Supplier Management initiatives. The Supplier Development support focus includes, but is not limited to, approval of PPAP for new and revised parts, and supplier audit activities. The Supplier Management support focus is to ensure timely resolution of Part quality concerns, Approval of RCA & CAR submissions, verifying correct, revised and new parts meet the engineering specification, and Change Management. The Supplier Quality Specialist is responsible for using metrology to confirm Fit, Form and Function on PPAP parts. This position will utilize the relevant databases to ensure Supplier metrics are met and to create reports to support supplier quality reviews and department initiatives.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Manage projects released into the system, ensuring timely information receipt and completion of project tasks and steps
Confirm PPAP submission including accuracy of Quality information, approval of PPAPs for Projects, and support Pilot production builds
Conduct and support new and existing supplier audits and on-boarding, including data preparation and report documents
Create Supplier Development plans (data driven) for New and Existing Suppliers, as needed to ensure Project and Quality goals are realized
Monitor, Communicate and Improve key supply chain KPI's, including PPM, RMA and CAR response timing
Review Supplier corrective action reports (CAR) for root cause definition and adequate application of corrective actions.
Create 5W-2H reports for Supplier part failures identified in house to submission to supplier requesting corrective action for non-conformances
Assist in the Review of Supplier corrective action reports (CAR) for root cause definition and adequate application of corrective actions
Support department/company activities
Perform other related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Computer literate, competency in Microsoft office (Word/Excel/ PowerPoint/Access) preferred
Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to interact with various internal departments
Knowledge of various quality system methodologies 8D, 5-Why, Lean, Pareto Analysis, 6-Sigma, PFMEA, Control Plan, PPAP, ISO etc. preferred
Ability to work independently, and self-motivated
Familiar with vehicle function. Technical knowledge of component parts and processes preferred
Basic problem-solving skills, proficient in using metrology equipment (CMM preferred)
Ability to learn quickly and adapt to changes in priority

EDUCATION:

Associates Degree in Engineering, Supplier Quality Management, Supply Chain & Operations Management; or related field preferred
5-7 years related experience in Quality in manufacturing environment (Transportation/Automotive industry).

WORK CONDITIONS:

(The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

Office environment with occasional periods in manufacturing environment, especially during product testing, launch, or when problem solving
Frequent computer and telephone use
Frequent communication with people throughout the day either in formal meetings or informally
Travel: 0-5% (Minimal)

*The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive.They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Blue Bird's winning culture is fueled by our ability to respect, encourage, celebrate and embrace the unique perspectives of all of our employees.We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer who is committed to providing all of our employees with a work environment free of discrimination or harassment.We base our employment decisions on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, national, social or ethnic origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, past or present military service, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.

Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility at the time of hire.

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