Supplier Quality Engineer - Charlotte, United States - Livent USA Corp

Description

Job Description

In January 2024, Livent merged with Allkem Limited to create Arcadium Lithium plc. While we work to integrate our technology systems, including our recruitment platforms, Arcadium Lithium plc will use Livent's ADP system to capture all candidate information.

About Arcadium Lithium: We are advocates for change, teaming up to push forward. A world empowered by the vital mineral, Lithium - the fundamental source fueling modern life and our global shift to clean energy.

Through the years, we've developed alongside and cooperated with our team, our clients and communities. Pioneering, teaming up, and evolving Together.

From the origin of the first lithium-ion battery to the revolutionary lithium advancements that have ensued. We've helped steer the transformation, energizing the future of lithium innovation.

Our expansion stays strategic, extensive and sustainable. With a plethora of top-notch lithium resources spread worldwide in key areas. We can consistently, securely and responsibly supply the resources to satisfy the various needs of our clients.

No matter their location. No matter the obstacle. It's all about meeting the high standard for quality, performance and sustainability.

And our responsibility goes beyond that. It encompasses everyone globally using a lithium-powered device or vehicle.

Every battery charged. Every device energized. Every lithium application used. Highlighting our dedication to quality, collaboration and our collective vision of powering a more sustainable future for all.

Arcadium Lithium is more than just a business. It's a pledge, and a commitment by our team. To act with integrity and accountability.

Position Summary: The Supplier Quality Engineer is accountable for overseeing all aspects of the Supplier Quality Assurance function at Arcadium Lithium. They are in charge of ensuring that the manufactured products meet customer-specific quality standards necessary to minimize quality expenses and maximize customer satisfaction while guaranteeing adherence to procedures and processes. Additionally, this person will uphold the strength of product constructions post new product launches and provide technical support to ensure continuity and enhancement in supplier capability.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supervise the Arcadium Lithium supplier quality management initiative by leading the site quality team and collaborating with the Global Procurement team.
• Collaborate with the Global Procurement team to establish vital supplier agreements and procedures concerning external suppliers.
• Collaborate with Technology and Quality teams to outline process parameters and criteria to secure supplier process capability to fulfill product and process prerequisites.
• Assist the Global Quality Director in tracking and reporting on supplier product quality and performance through the monitoring of key performance indicators.
• Gather and evaluate supplier quality data to pinpoint process enhancement prospects within the supply chain, including involvement in Supplier Performance Review meetings with Global Procurement.
• Promote the adoption of customer-preferred methods for continuous improvement such as lean, six sigma, poke yoke, measurement system analysis and process failure mode and effect analysis.
• Lead the assessment and approval process for new supplier and existing supplier 4M changes (internal and external) by assessing manufacturing and technology capabilities.
• Conduct on-site supplier visits for supplier audits, root cause analysis, and verification of corrective actions for supplier quality issues in coordination with the Global Procurement Supplier Performance Management Program.
• Enhance suppliers and their processes to align with the requirements of our business and downstream product quality.

Education and Experience

• Need Bachelor's in Engineering discipline. Preference for Chemical Engineering degree.
• Minimum of 4 years' experience in a high-volume manufacturing setting.

Knowledge and Skill Requirements

• Must have a functional understanding of chemical processes / Packaging Processes to offer basic service and support to suppliers.
• Thorough understanding of APQP, PPAP and FMEA preferred.
• Extensive experience in quality engineering and collaboration with Quality Management System, specifically (ISO45001, ISO14001, IATF16949).
• Proficient in managing and communicating with suppliers to tackle issues
• Comprehension of manufacturing processes
• Familiarity with necessities like PPAP, DOE, process validation. for new raw material introduction.
• Capability to lead audits and approve new/present suppliers from a Quality perspective
• Tremendous ability to work in both traditional and matrixed organizations.
• Strong analytical abilities and skilled in Minitab for grasping statistical analysis preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal & communication skills to effectively liaise with quality network, Manufacturing and technology organization.
• Ready to travel internationally.

Safety Requirements: (position and location specific) All employees must conduct their work duties in a safe and healthy manner, endorse and support safe work practices consistently, and promptly report or address any unsafe conditions they may notice.

Physical Demands: (position and location specific) The physical demands outlined here are what an employee must fulfill to effectively carry out the vital functions of this role. While engaging in these job responsibilities, the employee should primarily sit and converse or listen. There will be frequent walking and using hands to handle objects. Occasionally, standing; climbing or balancing and tasting or smelling are required. The employee may need to occasionally lift and move up to [10] pounds. Specific vision capabilities necessary for this job include close vision and color vision.

Work Environment: (position and location specific) The environmental conditions experienced while executing the essential duties of this role are as follows. During work, employees will often come in contact with hazardous or corrosive chemicals. Occasionally, exposure to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles and outside weather conditions may occur. The noise level in the workplace is typically moderate.

Personal Protective Equipment – (position specific) Should wear applicable PPE based on job duties or when traveling to destinations where PPE is compulsory.

To perform this job proficiently, one must manage each essential duty effectively. The requirements mentioned above depict the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed. Reasonable adjustments can be made to support individuals with disabilities in carrying out the essential functions.

ARCADIUM LITHIUM has a diverse workforce across various roles globally. We seek individuals who want to contribute, develop, and enhance our products, processes, and markets. Employees receive competitive pay, an array of work/life benefits, and chances to enhance their skills and advance their careers.

ARCADIUM LITHIUM guarantees Equal Employment Opportunity, EEO, AAE, MFDV, and upholds a workplace free of drugs.