Supplier Technical Coordinator - Quality (Up to 50% travel)

Job description

Overview & Responsibilities PURPOSE OF THE JOB The Supplier Technical Coordinator is the primary technical liaison between Elliott Co. and the approved suppliers of fabricated and machined components. These components may be in the form of individual parts, assemblies or sub-assemblies. The function of this position is to further clarify Elliott drawings, specifications, and requirements for the purpose of improving component manufacturability. This communication will be in the form of on-site meetings, as well as phone and email correspondence. In addition to working with the suppliers, coordination with Elliott Engineering, Drafting, and Manufacturing will be required for the resolution of drawing and process discrepancies uncovered during supplier correspondence. BACKGROUND and EXPERIENCE The position requires a minimum of a two- (2) year technical degree or equivalent, in addition to a minimum of ten (10) years technical work experience in machining or fabrication. The individual must possess and utilize analytical skills with a strong working knowledge of machining and fabrication methods. Position requires the ability to communicate effectively both verbal and in writing. Willingness to learn Oracle/Windchill. Must be able to interpret drawings. Must be able to travel up to 50% of the time. SPECIFIC JOB RESPONSIBILITIES/COMPETENCIES Direct suppliers in the most efficient manufacturing methods to best assure quality product. Conduct Pre-Manufacturing meetings with suppliers. Resolve supplier questions as they relate to Elliott drawings and/or processes. Support supplier with deviations and non-conformances. Analyze supplier defects for the purpose of assisting them in establishing preventive action. Develop technical information in the form of guidelines and checklists for use in manufacturing of Elliott components. Create procedures for the management of suppliers. Interact with Elliott Engineering and Manufacturing in the resolution of drawing and process discrepancies. Conduct supplier audits for the purpose of qualification. Equal Employment Opportunity Ebara Elliott Energy is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by the federal, state or local laws of the United States. Applicants and employees are protected under U.S. federal law from discrimination. To learn more, click here . To learn more about our Job Applicant Privacy Notice, please click here . No agency submissions please. NOTE: Resumes submitted to any Ebara Elliott Energy employee without a current, signed and valid contract in place with the Ebara Elliott Energy recruiting team will become the property of Ebara Elliott Energy and no search fees will be paid.