Supplier Quality Engineer

About the role

As a Supplier Quality Engineer at IGT, you will be responsible for conducting audits and inspections of supplier materials, ensuring that they meet quality standards. You will work closely with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to define inspection criteria and resolve any technical issues that arise.

The role requires a proactive approach to developing engineering solutions for material defects and driving suppliers to implement effective quality assurance systems. Success in this position means maintaining high-quality standards and contributing to the continuous improvement of supplier performance.

Skills that matter here

• SAP: This role utilizes SAP for managing parts and resolving issues related to supplier materials.
• Enovia: Enovia is used in conjunction with other tools to support supplier quality management.
• Microsoft Word: Microsoft Word is employed for documentation and reporting purposes.
• Microsoft PowerPoint: PowerPoint is used for presentations and communication with stakeholders.
• Microsoft Excel: Excel is essential for analyzing data and developing quality metrics.

Who this role suits

• A candidate who thrives in fast-paced environments and can handle high demands.
• Someone with a solid background in manufacturing and quality assurance.
• An individual who is self-motivated and capable of working both independently and in teams.
• A person with strong communication skills and the ability to engage with multiple stakeholders.

From the employer

Key Responsibilities

• Conducts or participates in audits and inspections of supplier materials to ensure defect-free components/materials.
• Develops engineering solutions for supplier material defects based on product design specifications.
• Executes semi-routine material inspection assignments and participates in resolving technical problems using traditional engineering approaches.
• Drives suppliers to implement quality assurance systems ensuring defect-free components/materials.
• Works with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to define inspection criteria and communicate expectations to suppliers.
• Develops and prioritizes auditing schedules for designated suppliers to ensure good manufacturing practices.
• Evaluates supplier performance and provides feedback.
• Develops quality metrics to evaluate and improve supplier performance.
• Participates in qualifying suppliers according to IGT standards.
• Monitors parts through the manufacturing cycle and resolves supplier-related issues.
• Supports new product development processes and coordinates design reviews between manufacturing and suppliers.
• Maintains knowledge of relevant technologies, materials, and industry trends.
• Reviews and investigates nonconforming material from IGT Operations globally.
• Audits, inspects, reviews and investigates material made to IGT specifications for accuracy, cosmetics and functionality.
• Analyze data to aid in making long term procedural decisions, including reviewing department owned policies and procedures.
• Identify, record and communicate non-conformances to appropriate personnel and management.
• Perform component level diagnostics as well as electrical and mechanical test and repair.
• Uses SAP environment to move, scrap, research and receive parts.
• Decides disposition on parts and issues with moderate impact on the production schedule.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent preferred.
• Basic knowledge of:
• 2+ years in a Manufacturing environment.
• 2+ years in a Quality Assurance environment.
• 2+ years providing electronic technician support.
• 2+ years in a Supply Chain Management environment.
• Physical requirements: Must be able to lift and carry items and equipment weighing up to fifty (50) pounds. Demonstrate dexterity when working with tools and charged electrical components.

Preferred Qualifications

• Have strong communication and writing skills.
• Familiarity and use of tech bench tools including but not limited to: Oscilloscopes, DMM's, Analog meters, Soldering and De-soldering equipment.
• PC skills- Proficient in SAP, Enovia, Microsoft applications such as Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Ability to work in a very high demand and high output environment with extreme efficiency.
• Self-motivated and able to work both independently and collaboratively with multiple teams at once.
• Have basic and fundamental knowledge in electronics.
• Have fundamental ability to read Engineering blueprints, specifications, and electronic schematics.

Why join IGT?

• At IGT, our greatest competitive advantage is our people. We take ownership, work with urgency, act with integrity, stay curious, and create value for our customers and each other. Join us and help shape what's next.
• IGT is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace that reflects the global communities and customers we serve. We strive to create an environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered.
• IGT is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. This commitment applies to all employment practices, including recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, training, and termination.