Supplier Development & Quality Engineer (Surface treatment/ Machining)

ppbAbout VAT Group /bbr/At VAT, we change the world with vacuum solutions. As the world’s leading supplier of high-performance vacuum valves, we have been driving innovation for more than 60 years. With over 3,200 employees worldwide, we operate from our headquarters in Haag, Switzerland, with manufacturing sites in Switzerland, Malaysia and Romania, as well as sales and service hubs around the world. We are guided by our passions integrity, teamwork, customer centricity, and innovation – always working together as #oneVAT. /p pbLocation: /b Haag, St. Gallen, CHbr/bEmployment Type: /b Permanent /p h3Supplier Development Quality Engineer (Surface treatment / Machining) /h3 h3Purpose of the role /h3 pEnsure supplier product and process quality for machining, surface treatment and related high purity processes in line with VAT specifications, standards and customer requirements. Drive supplier qualification, industrialization, risk mitigation and continuous improvement to support VAT's growth strategy and stable material flow. /p h3KPI's /h3 ul liSupplier quality performance for assigned suppliers, including QPPM target achievement /li liTimely qualification of suppliers, processes and second sources according to product group strategy /li liClosure effectiveness for complaints, audits and corrective actions /li /ul h3Responsibilities /h3 ul liOwn supplier quality and development activities for machining, surface treatment and related high purity processes /li liAssess supplier capability, process maturity, capacity and readiness for serial production /li liLead qualifications for new suppliers, relocations, transfers and second sources /li liPerform system and process audits covering machining, surface treatment, cleaning and manufacturing controls /li liVerify critical process controls, operator qualification, maintenance systems and validation evidence /li liReview and approve ISIR, PPAP and process qualification documentation /li liLead supplier complaint handling, root cause analysis and corrective actions using 8D methodology /li liMonitor supplier KPIs, process capability and risk trends; define improvement actions with suppliers and procurement /li liSupport Change Requests, customer escalations and shortage prevention with technical risk assessments /li liEnsure compliance with VAT standards, customer requirements and relevant regulatory expectations /li /ul h3Qualifications /h3 ul liBachelor's or Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Materials Science or similar /li li5 to 10+ years of experience in supplier quality, manufacturing engineering or supplier development /li liPractical background in machining, surface treatment or high purity manufacturing /li liExperience in supplier audits, process qualification and corrective action management /li liGood understanding of quality management systems and semiconductor customer requirements /li liAbility to work in international matrix organizations with regular supplier travel /li liStrong communication, negotiation, project management and stakeholder management skills /li liHigh level of resilience, ownership and flexibility /li liMachining and surface treatment process knowledge, including: ul liCNC machining /li liAnodizing /li liElectropolishing /li liNickel plating /li liSilver plating /li liChroming /li /ul /li liHigh purity cleaning requirements and contamination risk control /li liTechnical drawing interpretation, GDT and specification review /li liISIR, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, MSA, Control Plans and process validation /li liRoot cause analysis, 8D, 5 Why and corrective action effectiveness verification /li liSupplier auditing, process assessment and risk based supplier development /li liProcess capability analysis, KPI monitoring and data driven improvement /li liFluent German and English skills (written and spoken) /li /ul pbOur commitment to inclusion, fairness and equal opportunities /b We believe in meaningful careers, continuous learning, and equal opportunities for everyone to drive our innovation and success. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and respectful workplace. If you have concerns, our compliance channel is available at our website. All reports are handled with strict confidentiality and in accordance with our Code of Conduct. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr