Lead Supplier Development Engineer
At Trane Technologies™ and through our businesses including Trane® and Thermo King®, we create innovative climate solutions for buildings, homes, and transportation that challenge what’s possible for a sustainable world. We're a team that dares to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities. We believe in a better future when we uplift others and enable our people to thrive at work and at home. We boldly go.
What’s in it for you:
Are you ready to make a difference? Heating, ventilating and cooling commercial buildings consumes a large portion of the world’s energy today and, as the world economy grows, it will make an ever-increasing impact on the environment, human health and safety and the global economy. At Trane, we strive to produce the very best HVAC systems to help building owners provide optimum human comfort and safety while using less energy. In so doing, we partner with our customers to build a sustainable future!
As a Lead Supplier Development Engineer, you will be responsible for executing both quality and technical assessments at supplier locations to determine capability as well as supporting supplier source selection as the "Voice of Quality". Position will drive supplier process and systemic quality improvements using SPC, Lean and Six Sigma tools to prevent quality non-conformances. Individual will be required to collaborate with Suppliers, Procurement, Component Engineering and Operations to establish strategic and comprehensive AQP activities which are aligned to the business and meet customer expectations. This role is responsible for effective execution of the PPAP, Root Cause Corrective Actions, and determines appropriate stock levels by monitoring control over the volume of raw materials, parts in process and finished products.
Thrive at work and at home:
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- You will have the opportunity to participate in the Company's private medical and life insurance program prior to meeting eligibility requirements, following the policies, terms, and conditions set by the Company. The coverage and conditions for employees and their family members may vary based on the location.
- You will also have access to the all-inclusive Wellbeing Program, which provides resources to support the emotional, legal, and financial well-being of you and your family.
- The Company offers continuous learning opportunities through its continuing education programs.
- Additionally, you will be granted one full day (8 hours) of paid time off per calendar year to volunteer with non-profit charitable organizations through the Employee Volunteerism program.
- In cases of unforeseen personal hardship, the Trane Technologies Helping Hands Fund is available to provide support to employees facing financial challenges.
- You will have the opportunity to participate in the Company's private medical and life insurance program prior to meeting eligibility requirements, following the policies, terms, and conditions set by the Company. The coverage and conditions for employees and their family members may vary based on the location.
Where is the work: Virtual, but based in Nuevo León
What you will do:
- Conducts Quality, Technical and QMS assessments, in support of new sourcing, to determine if a supplier’s quality systems, technical competency and environmental policies meet Trane Technologies’ expectations.
- Leads initial Supplier orientation provides on-boarding training as required.
- Oversees supplier inventories, supplier tooling, capacity, and the effects on Trane Technologies SBU inventory levels.
- Assists in the selection and implementation of IT supplier sourcing strategies to ensure high quality, on-time delivery, and cost competitiveness.
- Ensures supply of raw materials and components to Trane Technologies facilities have appropriate inventory levels and records the entry of finished products to the corresponding Trane Technologies plant.
- Active participant of Sourcing Council and Commodity teams – providing the quality detail required to support source selection and rationalization.
- Provides Supplier with technical oversight and expertise in areas such as Process Development, PFMEA, Measurement Systems, Control Plans and Error Proofing.
- Leads AQP reviews with Suppliers which include Design Specification, Pass Thru identification, Safe Launch Control, Launch Readiness and Run @ Rate.
- Onsite SIOP Assessment to ensure suppliers are able to meet Trane Technologies orders and demand requirements.
- Drives process and systemic quality improvements, at assigned supplier sites, through the use of quality tools (SIPP, SPC, Lean, and Six Sigma) and validates improvements through defined measurables to reduce quality non-conformances “SCAR.”
- Continually monitors assigned suppliers “SCAR” status and collaborates with suppliers and plant SQE to minimize quality impact to our operations and end Customer.
- Acts as a quality subject matter expert, working in conjunction with Plant SQE and Suppliers in 8D and A3 problem solving - leading cross-functional teams on major issues resolution at Supplier locations.
- Performs advanced analysis (Commodity, Quality Systems, DPPM, DMR) to determine trends along with proposed actions to drive performance improvement.
What you will bring:
- Bachelor's Degree preferred; Equivalent years of experience required in lieu of degree.
- 7-10+ years of plant manufacturing experience.
- 7-10+ years working experience in the Quality / Supplier Quality for Electronic Processes.
- ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or equivalent body of knowledge.
- Experience using quality tools/methodologies (PPAP, APQP, RCCA, SPC, GD&T, & Lean Principles).
- Subject Matter Expert with castings and metal fabrication
- Practical Knowledge of industry specific quality registration (ISO9001:2015 & IATF16949).
- Ability to effectively communicate at all levels within the company.
- ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or equivalent body of knowledge.
- Ability to travel up to 70%.
Competencies:
- Supply Chain Acumen – Understands the key value creation processes within the Procurement function and the role Supplier Development plays.
- Project Management – Identifies resource needs, develops project plan, and drives project execution.
- Business Thinking/Strategizing –Demonstrates regional knowledge of suppliers, industry trends and new process/technology.
- Problem Solving - Understands and can execute the “three root cause approach” to problem solving – demonstrated ability to lead corrective action plan implementation and validation.
- Relationship Management - Works collaboratively with cross-functional stakeholders at all levels.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs. We are 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, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.