OverviewAbout UsYou will do interesting and enriching work, as part of a dynamic, passionate, and collaborative team committed to innovation and continuous improvementYou will be stretched, encouraged, and supported to grow – we pride ourselves on providing strong learning and development opportunitiesWe offer an environment that fosters collaboration, connection, and diversity of thoughtOur culture is one of a kind: come as you are and bring your unique attributes, passion, and drive to the design and management of Pensions & Benefits at Hitachi Energy, contributing to making us 'the place to be' and to our purpose of advancing a sustainable energy future for allFlexible working, including hybrid/remote working opportunitiesA competitive compensation and benefits packageThe opportunityIn this role you drive excellence in quality, delivery, and compliance for the supply base. Furthermore, you ensure global processes are understood and implemented by the SCM network. As Suppplier Quality Expert - Metal Components (steel structures, Al/ Cu welded parts, contacts) you will work closely with Hitachi Energy High Voltage Supply Chain, Technical Center, Group Product Service Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and the Global SCM team on all activity required to effectively support supplier quality requirements for assigned High Voltage commodities and suppliers.How you'll make an impactDevelop and lead PPAP qualification plans, process/product verification, and supplier surveillance programsParticipate in supplier technical review meetings, approval processes, and internal product introduction processesDrive process optimization using statistical methodologies to improve critical quality characteristicsConduct root cause analysis (RCA) and implement Failure Mode & Effect Analysis for process improvement and corrective actionsReduce Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ) by integrating customer and factory feedback into supplier processesSupport SQEs, product engineering, and key suppliers in achieving industry-leading standardsLead global quality initiatives, failure analyses, and special projects for steel structures and welded aluminum/copper componentsPlan and conduct supplier audits to ensure compliance with global quality requirementsCollaborate closely with Category Teams to implement strategies and support supplier selection, classification, and developmentYour backgroundBachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or relevant technical field from an accredited university or collegeFluent English – capable to lead technical conference calls, read drawings and procedures in English7+ year previous experience in Supplier Quality or Manufacturing Process Quality (preferably with Steel structures, welded parts )Ability to work in cross functional and global team environmentsAbility and willingness to travel 40% as requiredLean Six Sigma trained ( green / black belt ) and certified or equivalent quality training and certificationMore About UsYou will do interesting and enriching work, as part of a dynamic, passionate, and collaborative team committed to innovation and continuous improvementYou will be stretched, encouraged, and supported to grow – we pride ourselves on providing strong learning and development opportunitiesWe offer an environment that fosters collaboration, connection, and diversity of thoughtOur culture is one of a kind: come as you are and bring your unique attributes, passion, and drive to the design and management of Pensions & Benefits at Hitachi Energy, contributing to making us 'the place to be' and to our purpose of advancing a sustainable energy future for allFlexible working, including hybrid/remote working opportunitiesA competitive compensation and benefits packageDisability AccommodationsQualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a general inquiry form on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.Accessibility NoticeThis is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response.
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