Supplier Quality Engineer - Plastic CommodityLocation: MumbaiExperience: 6- 10 YearsQualification: B.E./B.Tech (Mechanical/Electrical)Industry: Automotive / Appliances / PlasticsAbout the Role:We are looking for a Supplier Quality Engineer - Plastic Commodity to ensure that all plastic parts and assemblies sourced from vendors meet the highest quality standards. This role involves close collaboration with suppliers, internal teams, and cross-functional stakeholders to drive quality excellence, resolve issues, and support new product development.Key Responsibilities:Supplier Quality Management- Ensure supplier compliance with quality standards and processes- Conduct supplier audits and track corrective actions- Monitor supplier performance using KPIs (quality, delivery, defects)Problem Solving & Continuous Improvement:- Handle customer complaints related to supplier parts- Apply quality tools (8D, Why-Why, FMEA, SPC, etc.) for root cause analysis- Drive supplier improvement initiativesNew Product Development (NPD):- Ensure quality requirements for new products are met- Manage PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plans, and sample approvalsData Analysis & Reporting:- Analyze quality data using Excel, Power BI, Minitab- Prepare MIS reports and dashboards for supplier performanceProcess & System Management:- Standardize processes like molding, extrusion, painting, packaging- Support digital initiatives (SAP QM, vendor portals, dashboards)- Ensure compliance with ISO standards (9001, 14001, 45001)Travel:- 40- 50% travel for supplier audits, inspections, and issue resolutionSkills Required:Technical Skills:- Strong knowledge of plastic molding, extrusion, testing, and validation- Expertise in quality tools: 7QC, 5S, FMEA, PPAP, APQP, MSA, SPC, Poka-Yoke, 8D- Understanding of SPC/SQC and measurement systems- Exposure to manufacturing processes (welding, coating, stamping, packaging)Soft Skills:- Strong communication and stakeholder management- Analytical thinking and problem-solving mindset- Ability to work cross-functionally and influence teams- High attention to detail
