SCSA Supplier Quality - Product Approval Team Lead

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• Ensure compliance with AIAG core tools (PPAP, APQP, FMEA, Control Plan, SPC, MSA) and Cummins-specific quality tools.

• Drive continuous improvement in product approval and supplier quality processes.

• Conduct and lead internal and external audits to ensure product and process quality compliance.

• Mentor and train Supplier Quality Engineers on tools, methods, and best practices.

• Partner with Purchasing, Engineering, Manufacturing, and global supplier stakeholders to enable product approval success.

• Support supplier selection processes, ensuring manufacturing processes are capable of meeting print and customer-specific requirements.

• Lead structured problem-solving efforts for supplier quality issues, ensuring corrective actions and systemic improvements.

• Apply knowledge of ASME standards (Sec. VIII Div. 1 & 2, B31.2 & B31.3) during quality reviews.

• Ensure robust supplier performance improvement plans and execute supplier development initiatives.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Skills and Competencies

• Communication : Strong verbal and written communication skills across cultures, time zones, and technical domains.

• Technical Expertise : Ability to interpret engineering drawings with strong knowledge of GD&T and print standards.

• Problem Solving : Skilled in structured problem-solving methodologies and tools to resolve supplier/customer quality issues.

• Quality Standards : In-depth understanding of ISO 9001, IATF 16949, AIAG core tools, and statistical quality methods.

• Auditing : Knowledge of Quality Management Systems with demonstrated auditing skills.

• Manufacturing Process Knowledge : Ability to assess and validate manufacturing process design, measurement systems, and product reliability.

• Leadership : Proven ability to lead and mentor teams, influence stakeholders, and drive cross-functional collaboration.

• Customer Focus : Demonstrated ability to build customer-centric solutions and foster strong supplier/customer partnerships.

• Continuous Improvement : Experience applying Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies for process and product improvement.

• Cultural Competence : Values differences and leverages diversity of thought to strengthen decision-making.

Experience

• Minimum 6+ years of experience in Quality, Supplier Quality, or Manufacturing within automotive or similarly regulated industries.

• Minimum 3 years of hands-on Manufacturing or Engineering experience preferred.

• At least 2 years of proven team leadership experience, preferably in a global or cross-functional environment.

• Experience with supplier quality performance improvement, auditing, and global stakeholder management.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Qualifications

• Education :

• Bachelor's degree (B.E./B.Tech.) in Mechanical, Electrical, Production Engineering, or a related technical/scientific discipline.

• Licenses/Certifications :

• Relevant quality certifications (e.g., Six Sigma, ISO/IATF Lead Auditor) preferred but not mandatory.

Work Timing - 12pm to 9pm

Job Quality

Organization Cummins Inc.

Role Category Remote

Job Type Exempt - Experienced

ReqID 2419864

Relocation Package No