Position Summary: Work involves functioning as a technical specialist among Purchasing, Engineering, Manufacturing and Suppliers (current and potential) to resolve quality issues, implement and monitor advanced quality planning in support of new product launches, series production and provide technical support. Focus on multiple commodities as assigned (examples: Hydraulic, Electrical, Structural, Engine) . Work to create “Zero Defect” mindset across the global Skyjack Supply Base. Able to manage multiple projects, communicate updates, and meet milestones in a timely fashion. Display a high level of critical thinking in bringing successful resolution to high impact, complex, and/or cross functional problems. Work involves giving technical direction or training to small groups of employees at Supply Base. Extensive travel required.
Performance Expectations: · Determine root cause of supplier quality problems and coordinate/implement effective corrective actions in a timely manner. · Monitor developments within commodity as assigned and keep Skyjack appraised of production, quality and cost reduction opportunities are of special interest. · Evaluate potential supplier on the basis of: · Commodity technical capability · Process control · Manufacturing capacity · Engineering capability · Quality Systems ( Control Plans, PFMEA, Standardized Work, PPAP,etc) · Track performance of assigned suppliers and escalate ongoing issues to Senior Leadership. · Evaluate and approve suppliers, improve quality performance of suppliers, establish supplier performance metrics, lead supplier development activities, and provide supplier quality process training. · Oversee projects from start to finish; be hands on and proactive in finding quality issues. · Excellent problem solving skills including experience preparing / supporting problem solving 8D’s · Assist in the development and implementation of supplier programs · Recommend and implement cost effective corrective actions · Lead and coordinate Supplier APQP and the PPAP process to support flawless launches · Support management reports based on customer expectations · Ensure proper containment and work instruction approval and implementation within the Supply Chain to protect manufacturing · Establish short term / long term goals with Supplier and Skyjack · Conduct supplier audits to drive process standardization, waste elimination and continuous improvement · Monitor Production KPI’s within the supply chain to work with Skyjack Materials teams · Work to solve supplier technical issues in a timely manner to ensure the continuity of supply · Lean / Six Sigma mindset · Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements · College/University degree with Major in Engineering (advanced degree desirable, Mechanical or Electrical) or minimum 5 years’ experience (required) in Manufacturing, Quality, or Engineering (Manufacturing Engineering preferable). · Fluent in Mandarin and English
Desired Characteristics · Technical knowledge in the following commodities/product groups: Steel Fabrications, Machining/Welding, Electrical, Powertrain, Plastics, or Hydraulics · Supplier Quality experience required (2 years minimum). · Tooling design and development experience desirable · Demonstrated knowledge of: · Manufacturing Engineering · Industry quality processes and standards (ISO, VDA, AIAG Core tools APQP, MSA, PPAP, FMEA). · Technical commodity knowledge highly desirable. · High level of analytical ability where problems are complex · Knowledge of statistics, statistical process control, process capability, data analysis and chart interpretation (histograms, trend charts, etc.) · Proficient oral, written, and computer skills. · Strong interpersonal skills to effectively lead and motivate others in group situations.
About Skyjack Skyjack supplies construction rental companies globally with quality engineered, simple, and reliable access and telehandler equipment. Initially started as a scissor lift manufacturer in 1985. As a dominant player in a consistently evolving industry, Skyjack employees thrive on absorbing new information and have a thirst for continuous improvement in their professional selves. In 2002 Skyjack became a part of the Linamar Corporation and has since been able to leverage strategic partnerships and use the guidance of their parent company to rapidly change the face of the access industry. Every aspect of the company is deeply rooted in Skyjacks safety initiatives as this can be an extremely challenging industry. Skyjack prides itself on being simply reliable and easy to do business with. This mission extends to the relationships with customers, suppliers, and employees. 斯凯杰科（Skyjack）是一家为全球建设租赁公司提供具有高品质工程设计的、易操作、易接入、安全可靠的伸缩臂叉车设备的制造企业。从1985年创立之初的剪刀式升降机制造商，已成长为全球范围内通用型移动升降工作平台(MEWP)行业的佼佼者。 作为一个不断发展的行业中的优势企业，斯凯杰科（Skyjack）的员工在吸收新信息的同时也渴望不断提升自己的专业水平。 2002年，斯凯杰科（Skyjack）成为利纳马集团（Linamar Corporation）的全资子公司，并一直能够利用优良的战略伙伴关系，以及母公司的整体战略规划，使其在激烈的市场竞争中长盛不衰。
