Supplier Quality Engineer, Consignment

Responsibilities

• Become part of an iconic brand that is set to revolutionize the electric pick-up truck & rugged SUV marketplace by achieving the following:
• Responsible for ongoing activities within the S upply C hain from development to series production.
• Support S upplier Q uality planning and execution of supply chain deliverables in conjunction with Logistics .
• Participate in supplier manufacturing process development and launch readiness for new products and design changes using APQP and VDA quality management processes.
• Support all quality performance and functional standards , to ensure all vehicle a c tivities are met in the supply chain to meet Cus tomer satisfaction .
• Responsible for COP & CKD part transition into Scout inventory .
• Provide leadership with onboarded s uppliers to ensure Scout's Quality expectations are met and provide feedback t o facilitate industrialization related activities on time with the Supplier Quality team .
• Responsible for supporting proactive and reactive containment at suppliers .
• Perform regular quality assessments on all incoming materials from suppliers
• Ensure that records of testing, information and various metrics such as number of defective products per day etc. are maintained
• Reject all products and materials that fail to meet quality expectations
• Responsible for participating in the reviewing of and participating in approval of necessary boundary samples, appearance catalogs, etc.
• Responsible for ensuring C hange M anagement occurs and is identified properly , and proactively for product architecture requests.
• Work as a partner with the Supply chain to ensure escalations of issues are raised and resolutions are re solved in a timely manner .
• Assist supplier with improvements in C ost, Q uality , and M anufacturability .
• Support Supplier Quality Engineer with supplier audits and corresponding corrective actions to ensure their ability to meet part performance, delivery, and reliability expectations .
• Collaborate with Scout's Design, Supplier Quality, and Manufacturing to determine the ideal performance specifications and supplier metrics .
• Accountable for ongoing monitoring of launch readiness for new products and design changes.
• Responsible for driving continuous improvement activities utilizing Lean Manufacturing principles .
• Support Supplier Quality Engineers with e nsur ing suppliers have exceptionally robust processes and procedures to promote mass industrialization through efficient and seamless production of high-quality products .
• Support the planning, execution and evaluation of root cause analysis to ensure high quality of Scout production vehicles through fast response methodologies ; ensure they are capable and robust using read across methodology for similar manufacturing lines and/or suppliers.
• Lead, participate and drive Scout's Quality expectations as required to ensure KPI's are met.
• Work to mitigate warranty claims with suppliers to drive closure and resolution of issues with the cross-functional group .
• Work cross functionally with other departments within Scout .
• Support NCR resolution.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Location & Travel Expectations :
• This role will be based out of the Scout Motors location in Columbia, South Carolina
• This role requires 4-5 days per week in the office, with regular in-person meetings and events.
• Applicants should expect that the role will require the ability to convene with Scout collea

Benefits

Additional Information

Here at Scout Motors, we're carrying forward the heritage of one of the most iconic American vehicles in history. A vehicle dating back to 1960. One that forged the path for future generations of rugged SUVs and trucks and will do so once again. But Scout is more than just a brand, it's a legacy steeped in a culture of exploration, caretaking, and hard work. The Scout brand is all about respect. Respect for the past and the future by taking an iconic American brand that hasn't been around for a while, electrifying it, digitizing it, and loading it with American innovation. Respect for communities by creating a company that stands for its people and its customers. Respect for both work and play, with vehicles that are equally at home at a camp site, a job site, or on a Tuesday commute. And respect for our customers by developing two powertrains that meet their requirements - an all-electric powertrain as well as the Harvester™ range extender powertrain which includes a built-in gas-powered generator with an estimated 500 miles of combined range. At Scout Motors, we empower our talented, inclusive, and entrepreneurial teams to innovate. What makes a Scout employee? Someone who is a visionary and a leader, who seeks new paths and shares lessons learned. A knowledgeable doer who collaborates across the company to build better. A go-getter with unrivaled passion. Join us at Scout Motors and be part of shaping the future of transportation. If you're ready to drive change and make history, apply now!

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