Supplier Quality Engineer at Plexus

Penang, Malaysia

Plexus Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Manufacturing, ElectronicsIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree
  • Typically 0-2 years of related experience (combination of education, experience, and time in field considered; internal candidates may have tailored requirements)
  • ASQ Certification preferred (CQE, CQA, CMQOE)
  • Broad understanding of materials, manufacturing technologies, and processes
  • Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with required personal protective equipment
  • Physical capabilities: walking, standing, sitting, using a computer and office equipment, inspecting, qualifying, troubleshooting, and improving jigs, fixtures, and manufacturing methods
  • Ability to work individually on tasks with prolonged focus on written material, collaboratively in teams of various disciplines, and in multiple software systems
  • Travel less than 4%

Responsibilities

  • Support supplier qualification as a team member in supplier selection and evaluation using a risk-based approach; assist in supplier audits applying good auditing practices and Quality Management System (QMS) for new programs and ongoing supplier management
  • Connect part qualification activities into receiving inspection, setting sampling plans and inspection criteria; use purchased product specifications to identify Critical to Quality features and complete part qualification using Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) elements; support Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) teams and supplier change requests to drive Zero Defect strategies into the supply chain
  • Lead supplier corrective action activities using non-conforming parts, data trends, and supplier audit findings; assist in data analysis to identify trends, provide supplier feedback for performance improvements, and categorize suppliers by risk for development or auditing
  • Apply technical aptitude to challenge supplier processes using a risk-based approach, including design reviews, process failure mode and effects analysis (PFMEA), control plans (CP), and statistical process controls (SPC) for selected manufacturing technologies
  • Assist in driving Plexus Zero Defect Strategies and continual improvement into the supply base for compliance and risk mitigation; represent supplier quality function to customers, external auditors, and internal teams for incoming raw materials and services

Skills

PPAP
APQP
QMS
Supplier Auditing
Risk-Based Approach
Receiving Inspection
Sampling Plans
Critical to Quality
Zero Defect Strategies
Supplier Qualification

Plexus

Manufactures and repairs medical devices

About Plexus

Plexus Corp. offers engineering and manufacturing services tailored for medical device manufacturers, focusing on aftermarket repair and maintenance for drug delivery devices. Their services lead to a 50% improvement in turnaround times and a 25% reduction in service costs, while also minimizing quality issues. Plexus stands out by providing end-to-end solutions, utilizing tools like the Strategic Mitigation Action Response Tracker (SMART) to enhance supply chain efficiency. The company's goal is to deliver specialized, high-quality solutions that improve operational efficiency and reduce costs for their clients.

Oradea, RomaniaHeadquarters
1979Year Founded
IPOCompany Stage
Robotics & Automation, HealthcareIndustries
5,001-10,000Employees

Benefits

Professional and personal development
Plexus Global Mentor Program
Accessible Resources

Risks

Closure of Portland facility may indicate operational challenges affecting workforce stability.
Partnership with Simbe Robotics could strain resources if demand exceeds production capabilities.
Integration with Gate Web3 Wallet may expose Plexus to cybersecurity risks.

Differentiation

Plexus offers end-to-end solutions from design to maintenance in multiple sectors.
The company specializes in aftermarket repair for medical devices, improving efficiency and cost.
Plexus's Strategic Mitigation Action Response Tracker aids in predictive risk management.

Upsides

Partnership with Simbe Robotics expands Plexus's role in the growing retail automation market.
Acquisition of a new office building suggests potential for expanded design and development services.
Collaboration with Arch Systems enhances Plexus's Industry 4.0 capabilities for better efficiency.

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