Supplier Quality Engineer

Company: Ojjo, Inc.
Location: San Rafael
Posted on: January 11, 2022

Job Description:

Job Title: Supplier Quality Engineer
Department: Procurement/Supplier Quality
Reports To: Quality Manager
Location: San Rafael, CA

Job Purpose:
The Supplier Quality engineer will take a supporting role in monitoring, sustaining, and improving the quality and performance of Ojjo's supply chain partners, ensuring compliance to critical product specifications, ESG and world-class manufacturing process adherence with a domestic and international supply chain.

Job Responsibilities:
Supplier quality initiatives including the creation and implementation of product inspection and testing plans, qualification of new manufacturers and product lines, performance of onsite compliance activities and monitoring the revision management process to product specifications
Review incoming material inspections on production orders, first article inspections and be able to make technical dispositions in collaboration with product development
Generate supplier deviation requests and SCARs for non-conforming materials
Perform root cause analysis for deficiencies in manufacturing processes which impact quality, reliability and delivery of components. Identify appropriate corrective actions and oversee their implementation using industry standard methodologies
Assist in the efficient transfer of design specifications from Ojjo's product development team to manufacturing partners, having the ability to clearly explain Ojjo's technical requirements
Generate and revise quality SOPs for Ojjo's supplier quality manual
Lead internal auditing and continuous improvement opportunities within Ojjo
This position will require -30% travel to visit suppliers and job sites in the US and international locations

Job Qualifications:
4-year degree in quality, engineering or related field
1-2 years in a manufacturing or supplier quality role with preference for a background in mechanical engineering
Knowledge of Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing
Experience in metal fabrication processes (e.g., welding, casting, punching, rolling, coatings) preferred
Knowledge of ISO9001 and/or AS9100 quality systems preferred
Experience performing manufacturing audits preferred
Experience developing tools and processes to improve quality business operations
Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal and professional presentation skills
Strong organizational and time management skills
Must possess professional PowerPoint presentation skills with significant experience in MS Excel; being able to create, evaluate and present business case results
Experience with Arena and NetSuite preferred
Proficiency in Mandarin not required, but highly beneficial

What We Offer:
Competitive compensation and benefits package
Team environment that prioritizes collaboration, communication, and support for each other.
Training & development opportunities to continue your growth and success
Eligibility to receive equity in the company
Career path opportunities for top performers
Becoming a part of the clean energy and solar movement alongside pioneers in the industry

About Us:
Ojjo is revolutionizing solar energy through innovative foundation technology and is creating new opportunities for lowering clean energy costs. Our patented approach to utility-scale foundations combines novel hardware with an automated drilling machine, unlocking millions in value for the solar industry.

As a company, we value and work towards ensuring an equitable and inclusive workplace, so every team member is provided an opportunity to contribute at all levels of our organization. Celebrating diversity and the individual difference of each person is paramount to what we believe. If you're highly-motivated and purpose-driven, come join our stellar team today!

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