Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) / Supplier Quality Assurance (SQA)

Role: Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) / Supplier Quality Assurance (SQA)

Location: Chennai, India

Full/ Part-time: Full time

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Carrier Global Corporation, global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions is committed to creating solutions that matter for people and our planet for generations to come. From the beginning, we've led in inventing new technologies and entirely new industries. Today, we continue to lead because we have a world-class, diverse workforce that puts the customer at the center of everything we do.

About the Role

To ensure that all purchased materials, components, and services meet defined quality standards by developing, monitoring, and improving supplier performance. The role focuses on supplier qualification, quality assurance, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

1. Supplier Development & Qualification

• Conduct supplier audits (process, system, and product audits)
• Ensure supplier compliance with standards such as ISO 9001 / IATF 16949

2. Quality Assurance & Control

• Monitor supplier performance using KPIs (PPM, OTD, complaints, etc.)
• Maintain supplier quality records and documentation

3. Problem Solving & Corrective Actions

• Drive root cause analysis using tools like 8D, Fishbone, 5-Why
• Ensure timely implementation and effectiveness of corrective actions

4. Continuous Improvement

• Drive supplier quality improvement initiatives
• Reduce defects, rejections, and cost of poor quality (COPQ)
• Work with suppliers on process capability improvement (Cp, Cpk)

5. Cross-Functional Coordination

• Work closely with Procurement, Manufacturing, and R&D teams
• Support new product development (NPD) and change management

6. Compliance & Documentation

• Ensure adherence to company quality systems and procedures
• Maintain audit reports, inspection records, and supplier scorecards
• Ensure traceability and documentation as per regulatory requirements

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Reduction in Supplier PPM (Parts Per Million defects)
• Supplier audit scores
• Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ)
• Closure time for corrective actions

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical / Electrical / Industrial Engineering
• 12–15 years of experience in Supplier Quality / Manufacturing Quality
• Experience in automotive, HVAC, or manufacturing industry preferred

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of quality tools (PPAP, FMEA, SPC, MSA)
• Expertise in root cause analysis (8D, 5-Why, Ishikawa)
• Good understanding of drawings and manufacturing processes of sheet metal, Cu Fabrication, Machining & Fabrication, Electro Mechanical etc.
• Strong communication and supplier handling skills
• Analytical mindset with problem-solving ability

Preferred Certifications

• Six Sigma (Green Belt / Black Belt)
• Internal Auditor – ISO 9001 / IATF 16949

Benefits

We are committed to offering competitive benefits programs for all of our employees, and enhancing our programs when necessary.

• Make yourself a priority with flexible schedules, parental leave
• Drive forward your career through professional development opportunities
• Achieve your personal goals with our Employee Assistance Programme

Our commitment to you

Our greatest assets are the expertise, creativity and passion of our employees. We strive to provide a great place to work that attracts, develops and retains the best talent, promotes employee engagement, fosters teamwork and ultimately drives innovation for the benefit of our customers. We strive to create an environment where you feel that you belong, with diversity and inclusion as the engine to growth and innovation. We develop and deploy best-in-class programs and practices, providing enriching career opportunities, listening to employee feedback and always challenging ourselves to do better. This is The Carrier Way.

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Carrier is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

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