Supplier Quality Engineer

Imagine working at the forefront of innovation in fluid-flow technology, with over 1,400 colleagues across the globe, and contributing to a legacy of excellence that spans eight manufacturing facilities on four continents. Armstrong Fluid Technology is more than just a leader in our industry; we are a community of the brightest and most creative minds, driven by a shared mission to engineer the future and safeguard our planet.

As part of our team, you'll be immersed in an environment that fosters growth, creativity, and collaboration. Here, you'll have the opportunity to push boundaries, tackle exciting challenges, and develop cutting-edge solutions that promote energy efficiency and reduce environmental impact. Every day offers the chance to make a meaningful contribution to a more sustainable future, driving innovations that help lower global carbon footprints. Together, we're creating a legacy that goes beyond business—one that's changing the world for the better.

In this role, In this role, you will take on a pivotal position, steering our supplier quality initiatives within the India territory. As a key leader in driving quality excellence, you will play an instrumental role in ensuring that our suppliers consistently deliver parts and components that meet the highest standards of precision and reliability. You will be the primary force behind maintaining rigorous quality benchmarks, leveraging advanced tools and methodologies to not only meet but exceed expectations. You'll strive to exceed parts quality expectations and foster satisfaction through a variety of responsibilities

Key Accountabilities

Supplier Quality Activity

• Quality Management: Accurate & rigorous evaluation of current and potential suppliers using multiple tools. Maintain and upgrade product and process quality at suppliers.
• Collaboration: Work closely with other departments, providing valuable feedback to enhance our operations. Collaborate with other functions as required to execute development projects. Develop positive relationships and work closely with Sourcing Leaders to manage and implement supplier/engineering changes, New Product Introductions etc.
• Specification and Communication: Ensure Armstrong products are specified by consulting engineers in Bangalore, articulating our quality requirements to our suppliers and getting the required deliverables.
• New Product Development: On-time execution of new developments. Identify & qualify new products & suppliers in the region to drive growth.
• Process Compliances: Drive & ensure compliance to supplier facing processes (Audits, first article checks, etc.).

Group Company Support

• Perform Inspections: Be hands on in performing inspection of parts to the specified drawings and do sign off the with supplier. Look for the aesthetic appearances as well as critical dimensions compliances.
• Reports Verification: Understand and verify the Material Test reports, Dimensional Inspection reports, Hydro test reports to name a few.
• New Product Introduction: Understand the process of NPI, contribute to the technical feasibility study, Review the First Article Inspection reports, support in l:l template preparation, train suppliers on our processes.
• New Component Introduction: Have a sound understanding of the following: Drawings, specifications, casting process, applicable tools (FMEA, Gauge R&R, Control plans, Sampling, Capability studies, etc.) Understand & use tools rigorously to mitigate risk of non-conformant product from shipping from a supplier's facility. Work closely with engineering team to ensure adequate understanding of product risks & severities of failure. Lead robust root cause analysis & corrective actions as required. Work closely with Sourcing team and the value streams to ensure stage gate timelines are adhered to & stated capacity is established.
• Supplier Audits (Process, Product, Quality systems): Conduct audits in keeping with good practices & publish professional reports in the appropriate system. Identify & communicate best practices/risks. Work with supplier & other stakeholders to close findings & improve supplier processes. Identify training gaps in our supplier's capability and deliver training to plug them

What We're Looking For

To thrive in this role, you should bring:

Education and Experience

• A university degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• At least 5 years of experience in sand/investment castings & machined part

Technical Skills

• Expertise in iron sand casting foundry process & parameters, foundry tooling & gating design, Machining, Process Improvement.
• Knowledge of Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) documentation, process capability study, Measurement System Analysis (MSA), drawing reading, and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) interpretation per American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) Yl 4.5.
• Knowledge of the strategic sourcing methodology (fact-based negotiations, cross-functional team collaboration).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Soft Skills

• Capabilities in managing strategic supplier relationships (relationship building, performance, development, integration).
• Creative problem-solving skills and conflict management.
• Strong interpersonal and influencing skills and the ability to communicate openly and authentically.
• Capability to simplify complex problems, conduct root cause analysis, and provide clear recommendations.
• Regular travel to suppliers across the region to support product quality

Why Armstrong Fluid Technology?

By joining us, you'll become part of a global community dedicated to pushing the boundaries of fluid-flow technology while upholding Armstrong's commitment to sustainability. You'll have endless opportunities to learn, grow, and make a significant impact on the world. Together, we'll build tomorrow's solutions today.