Supplier Quality Engineer

Overview

KONE is a global leader that provides elevators, escalators and automatic building doors, as well as solutions for maintenance and modernization that add value to buildings throughout their life cycle. Our mission is to improve the flow of urban life and make our world’s cities better places to live by providing innovative solutions that help make people’s journeys safe, convenient and reliable.

Our operations in over 60 countries around the world have helped us achieve our position as an innovation and sustainability leader with recognitions by Forbes, Corporate Knights for clean capitalism and others. Are you ready to make your next career move to join our team as our Supplier Quality Engineer at KONE Americas in KONE Allen, TX
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• Execute operational SQM activities at KONE suppliers, providing leadership to suppliers and supporting internal stakeholders across teams such as Sourcing, Supply Lines, Technology, Modernization, Spares, Major Projects and Installation.
• Conduct supplier audits in line with the annual plan and manage the Quality Annex within the Supply and Purchasing Frame Agreement in collaboration with the KONE Contract Owner.
• Participate in PD/CR projects to ensure supplier launch readiness through activities such as risk management (FMEA), Critical-to-Quality (CtQ), and change management (KPPAP).
• Bring 2+ years of progressive and successful experience in engineering, manufacturing, processes & methods, supplier quality management, quality engineering, supply chain management, and sourcing (or other related fields).
• At minimum, hold a
  
  B.SC level technical STEM / quality / industrial engineering degree. 8 years of related experience also works in lieu of degree.
• Auditing of suppliers and Supplier performance management.
• ISO 9001/14001/18001/45001 and methods/tools related to supplier quality management such as quality control plans, Critical to Quality, Statistical Process Control, Failure-Mode-Effect Analysis, DMAIC, Six Sigma, Lean, and Mistake proofing.
• In-depth knowledge of Advanced Product Quality Planning and TS16949 standard, methodology and tools (required).
• Root cause corrective action and preventive action experience within a manufacturing setting (required).
• Stakeholder and contract management skills.

• 2+ years of progressive experience in engineering, manufacturing, processes & methods, supplier quality management, quality engineering, supply chain management, and sourcing (or related fields).
• B.SC level technical STEM / quality / industrial engineering degree required; 8 years of related experience can substitute for degree.

• Competitive salary
• Flexible work schedule
• Opportunities to learn and grow
• 401K Employer Match
• 401k Employer Non-elective Contribution
• Well-being Program
• Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Digital Health Solutions & Telehealth
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Family & Medical Leave
• Parental Leave
• Leave to Care for a Domestic Partner
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
• Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance
• Company Paid Short-term and Long-term Disability
• Buy-Up Long-term Disability
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity & Accident Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• Legal Insurance
• KONE Credit Union
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Commuter Benefits

Annual Base Pay Range: The hiring range for this role is $87,300 – $114,555. The compensation package offered will depend on candidate’s ability to meet the requirements of the role, needs for the business strategy, and a range of factors unique to each candidate, including their skill set, years and depth of experience, certifications, and location.

Variable Compensation: KONE Annual Bonus plan at 15% Target Incentive (50/50) based on achievement of company goals and individual goals.

KONE is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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