- The primary responsibility of this position is to serve as the trusted advisor for assigned supply base through the following functional responsibilities: Assessing potential suppliers via on-site Quality, Cost, Logistics, Development, Management (QCLDM) audits, driving implementation of Lean, BIQ, APQP, continuously reviewing supplier capacity, assuring production readiness through rigorous review of supplier PPAP submission, being recognized as the expert in supplier quality.
- Collaborate with suppliers to assure proper process control standards are in place and continuously monitor key manufacturing processes for improvement opportunities.
- Ensure that suppliers have adequate people, training, tooling, fixture, and equipment. Provide technical support during start-up activities and provide ongoing strategic support.
- The incumbent is responsible for monitoring suppliers adherence to PCN (Process Change Notification) on a timely and cost-effective basis as well as to develop the supply base to fulfil the total requirements from Caterpillar Production System (CPS) implementation.
- Provide a technical leadership role as QCLDM champion for suppliers and assure technical development to adequately meet qualified supply network strategies.
- Support Category Strategies, supplier development performance management and provide technical leadership in new supplier selection. Evaluate and develop new supplier s technological capability to meet requirements for Caterpillar Inc.
- The SDE is responsible for the supplier s processes from design concept to the end of product life (cradle to grave). Ensures that APQP activities related to process control are being performed by the supplier.
- Manages supplier s project plans and activities to ensure product meets Caterpillar expectations. Reviews APQP documentation (e.g., Process FMEA failure mode effects analysis, Process Control Plans, Gage RR repeatability reproducibility). Participates in process FMEA for suppliers manufacturing processes.
- Audits process control implementation and effectiveness. Validates process capability. Ensures PPAP completion and approval prior to delivery of new parts.
- Responsible for the review, approval, and validation of 8D permanent corrective action plans. Performs quality management system audits and Supplier Evaluation Surveys (SES), including assessments of potential new suppliers. Supports SPQ projects. Participates in the development of Supplier quality metrics.
- Participates in Supplier Performance Management Reviews (SPM). The SDE supports MQ11005 certification.
- Supports Caterpillar 6 Sigma initiatives with suppliers. Works with suppliers to reduce waste and improve supplier process capability and efficiency.
- Not responsible for supply chain expediting activities. Not responsible for reporting activities in Workflow. Develop and maintain thorough knowledge of technological developments and trends for guidance of commodity teams in advancements of design, quality, and manufacturing.
- Must have a thorough working knowledge of quality initiatives to ensure that Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) is completed and approved before new parts are delivered. This includes leadership in Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) activity.
- Provide resolution and ensure implementation of robust solutions for quality problems associated with the purchased materials, logistics, and engineering issues. Maintain the highest ethical and professional standards within this diverse global organization.
- Supports and participates in 6 Sigma initiatives with facilities, category teams, and suppliers. The incumbent will collaborate with Buyers to improve supplier cost, quality, and throughput. The position manages the completion of its own work assignments and coordinates work with others.
- Participate in the development of Supplier metrics and the monthly gathering and distribution of measurements. Resolve problems between supplier and plants, suppliers, and engineering personnel, and between facilities.
- Coordinate with engineering personnel on matters regarding Concurrent Product and Process Development (CPPD), New Product Introduction (NPI), Continuous Process Improvement (CPI) teams; prove design to production, engineering changes, deviations, supplier designs, specification approvals, meeting cost reduction goals, and participates in the Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) process with suppliers manufacturing processes.
- This position typically does not have any direct reports. Some travel is required.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor s degree in Electrical Electronics
- 7-8 years of experience in any manufacturing set up
Top Candidates will also have
- Experience in building construction industry products like Skid Steer Loaders, Backhoe Loaders, Small Compact Wheel Loaders Telehandlers.
Additional Information
- Location - Thiruvallur, India
- 50% of Travel
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Employee benefit details
Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Our teams are critical to the success of our customers who build a better world.
Here you earn more than just wage, because we value your performance, we offer a total rewards package that provides day one benefits along with the potential of a variable bonus.
Additional benefits include paid vacation days and paid holidays (prorated based upon hire date).
Final details
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