Supplier Development Engineer Job Listing at Fox Factory in Gainesville, GA (Job ID JR105496)

Description

What We Do

FOX Factory designs, engineers, manufactures and markets performance-defining products and systems for customers worldwide. Our premium brand, performance-defining products and systems are used primarily on bicycles, side-by-side vehicles, on-road vehicles with and without off-road capabilities, off-road vehicles and trucks, all-terrain vehicles, snowmobiles, specialty vehicles and applications, motorcycles, and commercial trucks. Some of our products are specifically designed for and marketed to a variety of leading cycling and powered vehicle original equipment manufacturers ("OEMs"), while others are distributed to consumers through a global dealer and distribution network. Fox Factory Holding Corp. is the holding company of FOX Factory, Inc. and is publicly traded (FOXF) on Nasdaq. 

Not only do we provide competitive wages, you will also have access to great benefits and employee

discounts. But more importantly, it's a fun environment where we truly enjoy working as a team and

bringing great products to our customers!

If this sounds like something you would love to do, and a place you want to be a part of, get in touch

with us by submitting your application. We look forward to hearing from you!

Position Summary:

Coordinate development activities across multiple suppliers.  Coordinate, validate, and analyze all Supplier Launch PPAP documentation.  Troubleshoot supplier quality issues.  Work with suppliers to drive cost reduction and quality improvement efforts. 

Position Responsibilities:

• Coordinate with project team in US to ensure suppliers meet requirements.
• Follow up and monitor the project development timeline with suppliers and ensure Safe Launch plans for key suppliers
• Assist suppliers to plan the most robust process flow to meet high quality and throughput requirements
• Identify and report suppliers' capability
• Drive actions to develop best-in-class supply base and assist with New Supplier onboarding processes
• Understand and validate suppliers OEE and reported capacity
• Monitor and audit Supplier quality management systems (ISO, IATF, AS9100, etc)
• Manage all Run @ Rates for all product launches, ensuring accuracy of process flow documentation
• Conducts Supplier Assessments, reviews all supporting documentation, and responsible for closing out all identified open issues or audit findings.
• Train Suppliers on PPAP elements and required documentation
• Facilitate activities with suppliers to identify and evaluate the root cause of escalated quality issues, implement robust containment strategies, and improve process to avoid future discrepancies
• Work with suppliers to improve overall quality ratings
• Work with suppliers at the start of a project on DFM proposals to drive cost reduction and quality improvement efforts. Lead supplier quality improvement initiatives

Specific Knowledge, Skills or Abilities Required:

• Ability to do the cost analysis by working with purchasing and engineering team to develop cost to design products.
• Working knowledge of general process capabilities and limitations for above listed required skills.
• Up to 60% of time travelling, domestic and international
• Ability to give, receive and analyze information, formulate work plans, prepare written materials, and articulate goals and action plans.
• Ability to merge cross cultures communication.
• Ability to coordinate APQP procedure and PPAP documentation
• In-depth understanding of at least three of the following six manufacturing processes: CNC precision machining; aluminum forging; magnesium die casting; surface finishing and paint; assembly troubleshooting; plastic injection molding.
• Demonstrated success in objectively identifying process issues, isolating root cause, and coordinating resources to solve manufacturing and assembly issues.
• Knowledge of 6sigma or 8D problem solving methodology.
• Proficiency in GD&T, able to review Fox Factory drawings and engineering requirements.

Competencies:

• Customer Mindset: Exceptional customer experience is primary focus while performing job duties. Quality is a top priority.
• Adaptability & Innovation: Proactively and willingly adapts to changing business needs and conditions and presents creative and fresh ideas on how to solve problems, gain efficiencies and improve quality.
• Relationship Building: Builds constructive working relationships characterized by a high level of inclusion, cooperation and mutual respect. 
• Accountability: Takes personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work and strives to exceed requirements.
• Decision Making and Judgment: Makes timely, informed decisions that take into account the facts, goals, constraints and risks.
• Talent Development (Self and Others): Displays an ongoing commitment to learning and self-improvement; making an effort to acquire new knowledge or skills associated with job responsibilities. Willingness to work with others and coach/teach in effort to develop and support other employees' development.

Position Qualifications:

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering required

Experience: 

5+ years of relevant work experience as a Supplier Development Engineer, Supplier Quality Engineer, or in another engineering role responsible for developing, managing and improving supplier relationships, processes and efficiencies

Work Environment and Physical Requirements:

Office Environment

Ability to sit for long periods of time

Vision abilities required to validate and enter data on computer

Up to 60% international and domestic travel

Disclaimer:  This list does not represent all physical demands.  Descriptions are representative of those that must be met by employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.  Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the jobs' essential functions. 

Note:  

FOX provides equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, results of genetic testing, or service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by the laws or regulations of any jurisdiction in which we operate.  We base all employment decisions –including recruitment, selection, training, compensation, benefits, discipline, promotions, transfers, layoffs, terminations and social/recreational programs – on merit and the principles of equal employment opportunity. 

Fox offers an excellent compensation package and wide-ranging opportunities for professional development.  Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Spending and Dependent Care Savings Accounts, Disability and Life Insurance benefit programs are available, as is a 401k plan with employer matching.  Eligibility for all benefit programs is defined by the applicable plan document or employee handbook.