Supplier Quality Engineer

Join an industry leader and make a positive change in the sustainable use of the world’s natural resources. Together, we will transform the business and drive the industry toward a greener future.

At Metso, you will be supported by our inclusive culture and a network of colleagues from around the world. With us, you will embark on a personal growth journey and are encouraged to realize your potential. This is your invitation to rise above the possible.

Introduction

We are seeking a Supply Quality Engineer  to join our MIN Procurement China  team. You will be responsible for working on supplier quality assurance on project basis at supplier for Metso interests and customer satisfaction. Monitor supplier quality performance and contribute on supplier continuous improvement for sustainable and reliable supply chain to Metso. Your role plays a crucial part in SQE team. In this position, you will report to Quality Manager .

Team you belong to

You will join a team of mineral processing business unit dedicated to mineral equipment . We work closely with internal stakeholders, such as procurement department. Our team culture is all about High ambition always; Customer in center; Getting in done together; Open and honest .

What you’ll do

• Analyze supplier capacity and capabilities to meet quality requirements specified in specifications, drawings, contract files, and so on.
• Conduct project kick-off meeting with supplier. Clarify specifications and documents ensuring compliance to specifications and drawings.
• Consult with Engineering, Project Management, Procurement for technical questions.
• Supervise supplier manufacturing process. Identify quality non-conformance. Communicate and clarify acceptable rework instruction to suppliers. Follow up implement of corrective actions required and defined.
• Participate in physical inspection activities in manufacturing processes in suppliers to ensure compliance with quality requirements. Communicate process inspection techniques to suppliers.
• Assist supplies with personnel & procedure qualifications, manufacturing procedures, quality package preparation, and so on.
• Conduct the review and sign-off of supplier personnel & procedure qualifications, reports, documents and final quality packages.
• Maintain the use of quality modules in Jagger Direct in responsible suppliers to deal with Exceptional Approval, Request for Inspection, Goods Movement, Customer Complaint.
• Conduct periodic supplier quality audit/evaluation, supplier sustainability internal audit, supplier quality performance review and evaluation.
• Manage supplier’s continuous improvement actions. Recommend changes in manufacturing processes and supplier systems to improve product quality and production efficiency.
• Develop new suppliers and/or new products for the demand from Competence Centers and or Procurement.
• Provide source inspection reports, project status reports whenever needed and required.
• Perform other miscellaneous duties and/or other special projects as required.
• Frequent Travel will be required.

Who you are

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering. Strong knowledge in fabrication & welding is a must. Basic FRP product knowledge and inspection skills will be plus.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in fabrication & welding, preferably stainless steel working experience in heavy equipment manufacturing.
• Basic knowledge in machining, heat treatment, NDE, material testing etc.
• Certified Welding Inspector (CWI), International Welding Engineer (IWE), Protective Coating Inspector (PCI), NDT (UT/MT/PT) qualifications are preferred and will be valuable to the position.

Working knowledge in quality inspection and/or supplier quality management will be a plus.

What's in it for you

• An inspiring purpose - Enabling sustainable modern life. Minerals and metals are the backbone of essential functions in the modern world. However, there's a pressing need for more sustainable solutions to collect and process them. At Metso, you get to be part of transforming the industry and making a positive change.
• Wellbeing and safety - Benefit from occupational healthcare, healthy living rewards, mental well-being services, and engagement surveys.
• Compensation and rewards - Global incentive program tied to business and performance targets.
• Hybrid working possibilities - While we are big advocates of meeting and collaborating in person, we believe in fostering a flexible work environment.
• A thriving culture - We are committed to developing an inclusive culture that enables everyone to do their best and reach their full potential. A culture that is courageous, compelling, and caring, and unites our people to build a sustainable future together.
• Extensive learning opportunities - Ongoing growth dialogues, internal mobility, mentoring programs, education assistance, ambitious projects, and global opportunities.
• Worldwide support - Leverage our network of peers across the world, offering valuable assistance. We get things done together, through open and honest communication.

How to join - Working at Metso - About Metso - Diversity and Inclusion - Meet our people

Metso is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, nationality, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability.

Metso is a frontrunner in sustainable technologies, end-to-end solutions and services for the aggregates, minerals processing and metals refining industries globally. We improve our customers' energy and water efficiency, increase their productivity, and reduce environmental risks with our product and process expertise. We are the partner for positive change. 

Headquartered in Espoo, Finland, Metso employs over 17,000 people in close to 50 countries and sales for 2023 were about EUR 5.4 billion. The company is listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki. metso.com, x.com/metsoofficial