Job Description
Requisition Summary
This position will provide Supplier Quality Management support to all PACCAR North America Plants and Divisions.
Company Information
PACCAR is a Fortune 500 company established in 1905. PACCAR Inc is recognized as a global leader in the commercial vehicle, financial, and customer service fields with internationally recognized brands such as Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF trucks. PACCAR is a global technology leader in the design, manufacture and customer support of high-quality light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks. PACCAR designs and manufactures advanced diesel engines andalso provides customized financial services, information technology and truck parts related to its principal business.
Job Functions / Responsibilities
Evaluate new and current suppliers' capability to meet PACCAR quality and warranty.
Work closely with assigned suppliers to drive for effective corrective and preventive action activities as they relate to PACCAR quality and warranty requirements.
Function as primary interface between suppliers and plant operations to deliver rapid and effective resolution of assigned suppliers' quality issues and improve overall performance to PACCAR.
Function as primary interface between suppliers and PACCAR purchasing, engineering, materials, and plant operations to ensure on-time supplier PPAP, manage supplier APQP activities as assigned, and deliver rapid and effective resolution of assigned suppliers' new product launch activities.
Support assigned suppliers' timely and comprehensive reporting to PACCAR management on quality concerns.
Support timely and complete reporting of supplier program launch readiness and progress toward program objectives.
Work closely with assigned suppliers to assure understanding and compliance with PACCAR supplier quality requirements and guidelines.
Participate in global Supplier Quality process standardization teams.
Deliver on assigned continuous improvement activities.
Approximately 25% travel depending on business conditions.
Skills / Competencies
Self-motivated, results oriented, and ability to work with minimal supervision a must
Ability to influence others and manage conflict across functional and corporate boundaries
Experience in commercial vehicle/automotive quality engineering and product manufacturing
Working knowledge of IATF16949 and ISO 9001:2018 methodologies
Strong working knowledge of APQP
Strong working knowledge of DOE, SPC, GD&T, and Corrective Actions Processes
Demonstrated problem solving ability gained through at least 3-5 years of progressively complex quality situations
Proficient in quality methods used to achieve best-in-class product and process performance
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Solid organizational and project management skills
Demonstrated effectiveness leading and collaborating with cross-functional teams
Demonstrated drive to complete assignments on time, deliver requirements and meet goals
Strong working knowledge of Six Sigma and Lean
Education
Bachelor degree required, preferably in Engineering or another technical discipline.
Applicants with a four-year degree in a non-engineering or technical discipline will be considered if they possess at least five years' experience in a related field.
TRAINING/EXPERIENCE PREFERRED:
Ability to interpret and understand engineering drawings
Experience in purchasing, product or process engineering
Knowledge of manufacturing processes such as injection molding, metal stamping, casting, machining or complex assembly
Six Sigma/Lean Training Certification
American Society for Quality - CMQ/OE, CQE, CQA, or CSQP Certification
Paccar Benefits
As a U.S. PACCAR employee, you have a full range of benefit options including:
Competitive salary and 401k with up to a 5% company match
Fully funded pension plan that provides monthly benefits after retirement
Comprehensive paid time off - Minimum of 10 paid vacation days, 12 paid holidays, and sick leave
Tuition reimbursement for continued education
Medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings account (HSA)
Paid short-and long-term disability program
Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
EAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more
Global Fortune 500 company with a wide array of growth and development opportunities
Work alongside experienced goal-oriented colleagues recognized as experts in their field
Additional Job Board Information
PACCAR is an E-Verify and Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability. At PACCAR, we value talent and promote growth and development. We carefully consider numerous compensation factors including your education, training, or experience.
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PACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability.
