<p>Overview</p> <p>Morgan Advanced Materials is a business rich in history and innovation. Founded in the UK in 1856, we have grown into a global organisation with 70 sites in 18 countries. Our model to serve our customers where they need us has led to a diversified product range using our unparalleled expertise in ceramic and carbon materials, which we exploit to solve difficult problems for our customers across a diverse range of markets.</p> <p>We are a purpose driven organisation. Our purpose is to use advanced materials to make the world more sustainable and to improve the quality of life. We deliver on that purpose through the products that we make, and the way that we make them.</p> <p>The Technical Ceramics business of Morgan Advanced Materials engineers high performance functional and structural ceramic materials, components and sub-assemblies to address customer-specific technical challenges.</p> <p>Key Figures: Revenue £1,100.7m (2024), ~8,000 employees, manufacturing in 20+ countries, and a global customer portfolio. A UK PLC with head office located in Windsor, Berkshire UK. Listed on London Stock Exchange; Member of the FTSE 250 Index.</p> <p>Responsibilities</p> <p>Job Purpose:</p> <p>The Supplier Quality Engineer role is a position reporting directly to the Quality Manager, ensuring components, measuring processes, equipment, and quality systems meet or exceed the requirements of our customers and 3rd party registrars and are consistent with established standards, customer specifications, and production goals. The Supplier Quality Engineer will act as the liaison between Morgan and the supplier's Quality personnel. The SQE will work with the Morgan Purchasing Department to ensure that all supplier issues are addressed with the proper documentation and supplier notification. The role is an exciting opportunity to join a global, dynamic, Hi-Tech team, supporting the medical and aerospace industries. We are the industry leader in development and manufacturer of ceramic to metal seals for both Aerospace and Medical markets. We help improve the quality of life with our implantable medical components, and we ensure the safety of travelers by developing multiple components for the Aerospace industry.</p> <p>Essential Functions:</p> <ul> <li>Update documentation, train and implement quality processes such as MRB, RTV, CAPA and NCMR. </li><li>Direct MRB activities including facilitating MRB, tracking non-conformances and analyzing NCMRs and RTVs. </li><li>Assist suppliers with performing analytical investigations and developing root cause for non-conformances and deviations as identified through NCMRs and RTVs. </li><li>Drive continuous improvement activities at suppliers using Value Analysis, Kaizen activities, PFMEA, Control Plans, etc. in conjunction with Purchasing and NPI </li><li>Develop and implement Part Quality Planning for new and existing purchased parts for both Production and New Product Introduction (NPI) parts. </li><li>Assist in the selection of new suppliers and support buyers to obtain the best value components in relation to quality, delivery and cost </li><li>Develop quality and technical expectations for suppliers </li><li>Coordinate RTV process with Purchasing including Supplier Quality Notices (QNs) and Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCARs). </li><li>Evaluate CAPAs for effectiveness. </li><li>Monitor supplier performance through scorecard/grading, analyzing RI measurement data (SQC) and tracking NCMRs. Perform supplier audits and visits as required. </li><li>Assist with internal, 3rd party, and customer audits. </li><li>Analyze data and generate reports from ERP data using Minitab and Excel. </li><li>Assist with internal quality audits per ISO 9001, ISO 14001, AS 9100 and ISO 13485. </li><li>Create validation protocols (IQ, OQ, PQ), execute protocols and document reports when required. Assist in DOEs, ANOVA and other analytical methods to optimize processes. </li><li>Develop, document and train inspectors using internal procedures and GD&T guidelines. Design/specify gauging and test equipment for inspectors. </li><li>Implement and maintain SPC and SQC. </li><li>Assist with developing quality plans, pFMEAs, and FMEAs for new and existing products. Assist with developing control plans and other documentation during new product development. </li><li>Conduct capability studies and complete variation reduction activities to improve processes. </li><li>Compile and write training material and conduct training sessions on quality tools & techniques. </li><li>Create/update RI MIR cards for product inspection and testing. </li><li>Set up, program and operate CMM and SmartScope, as well as other measurement/inspection tools. Improve measurement techniques and detection methods using GRR, MSAs, and poke-a-yoke. </li><li>Communicate effectively with production associates to understand issues/concerns and quickly move to countermeasure. </li><li>Research and propose innovative documentation, training and inspection methods, including electronic record retention, automated visual inspection and inspector certification programs. </li><li>Knowledge of Solidworks or AutoCAD is preferred. </li><li>Perform various tasks as needed from supervisor. </li><li>Conduct all tasks in a safe and efficient manner complying with all local, state, and federal EHS regulations and with Morgan New Bedford, MA EHS Guidelines. Guidelines include but not limited to participation in required EHS training and use of proper PPE. Employees are responsible for reporting hazardous conditions and job-related injuries or illnesses to their supervisor. </li></ul> <p>Qualifications</p> <p>Minimum Qualifications and Education Requirements</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's Degree (B.S.) in Engineering, preferably Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical from an accredited college or university is preferred. </li><li>2+ years working experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in Aerospace/Medical Manufacturing environment </li><li>ASQ-CQE Certification is desirable, but not required. </li><li>This position requires access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by export laws of the US. </li><li>This position requires use of Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Export Administration Regulations (EAR), and Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC). </li><li>Individual must be a: </li><li>Citizen of the United States, or </li><li>Permanent resident alien of the United States, or </li><li>Protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) as defined by 22CFR120.15 </li></ul> <p>Additional Requirements:</p> <ul> <li>Quality orientation and high attention to detail. </li><li>Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. </li><li>Experience working with high performance teams. </li><li>Problem analysis and problem resolution skills. </li><li>Must be familiar with Microsoft Word and Excel software. </li><li>Must be able to clearly present ideas and reports in written and verbal format. </li><li>Must be able to work well with subordinates, peers and superiors in all departments of the Company. </li><li>Must be able to work well with external contacts of the Company. </li><li>Must have good time management, planning and negotiation skills. </li></ul> <p>Physical Requirements:</p> <ul> <li>Must be capable of sitting and using a computer for the majority of an 8-hour workday. </li><li>Must be capable of traveling within the US and Internationally. </li><li>Must have corrected eye vision of 20/20. </li></ul> <p>Morgan Advanced Materials is an EEO/AA/M/W/D/V Employer.</p> <p>Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.</p> <p>This job description does not state or imply that all duties to be performed are specifically identified above. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested or instructed by an authorized person of the Company. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at-will" relationship.</p> <p>Responsibilities Job Purpose: The Supplier Quality Engineer role is a position reporting directly to the Quality Manager, ensuring components, measuring processes, equipment, and quality systems meet or exceed the requirements of our customers and 3rd party registrars and are consistent with established standards, customer specifications, and production goals. The Supplier Quality Engineer will act as the liaison between Morgan and the supplier's Quality personnel. The SQE will work with the Morgan Purchasing Department to ensure that all supplier issues are addressed with the proper documentation and supplier notification. The role is an exciting opportunity to join a global, dynamic, Hi-Tech team, supporting the medical and aerospace industries. We are the industry leader in development and manufacturer of ceramic to metal seals for both Aerospace and Medical markets. We help improve the quality of life with our implantable medical components, and we ensure the safety of travelers by developing multiple components for the Aerospace industry. Essential Functions: - Update documentation, train and implement quality processes such as MRB, RTV, CAPA and NCMR. - Direct MRB activities including facilitating MRB, tracking non-conformances and analyzing NCMRs and RTVs. - Assist suppliers with performing analytical investigations and developing root cause for non-conformances and deviations as identified through NCMRs and RTVs. - Drive continuous improvement activities at suppliers using Value Analysis, Kaizen activities, PFMEA, Control Plans, etc. in conjunction with Purchasing and NPI - Develop and implement Part Quality Planning for new and existing purchased parts for both Production and New Product Introduction (NPI) parts. - Assist in the selection of new suppliers and support buyers to obtain the best value components in relation to quality, delivery and cost - Develop quality and technical expectations for suppliers - Coordinate RTV process with Purchasing including Supplier Quality Notices (QNs) and Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCARs). - Evaluate CAPAs for effectiveness. - Monitor supplier performance through scorecard/grading, analyzing RI measurement data (SQC) and tracking NCMRs. Perform supplier audits and visits as required. - Assist with internal, 3rd party, and customer audits. - Analyze data and generate reports from ERP data using Minitab and Excel. - Assist with internal quality audits per ISO 9001, ISO 14001, AS 9100 and ISO 13485. - Create validation protocols (IQ, OQ, PQ), execute protocols and document reports when required. Assist in DOEs, ANOVA and other analytical methods to optimize processes. - Develop, document and train inspectors using internal procedures and GD&T guidelines. Design/specify gauging and test equipment for inspectors. - Implement and maintain SPC and SQC. - Assist with developing quality plans, pFMEAs, and FMEAs for new and existing products. Assist with developing control plans and other documentation during new product development. - Conduct capability studies and complete variation reduction activities to improve processes. - Compile and write training material and conduct training sessions on quality tools & techniques. - Create/update RI MIR cards for product inspection and testing. - Set up, program and operate CMM and SmartScope, as well as other measurement/inspection tools. Improve measurement techniques and detection methods using GRR, MSAs, and poke-a-yoke. - Communicate effectively with production associates to understand issues/concerns and quickly move to countermeasure. - Research and propose innovative documentation, training and inspection methods, including electronic record retention, automated visual inspection and inspector certification programs. - Knowledge of Solidworks or AutoCAD is preferred. - Perform various tasks as needed from supervisor. - Conduct all tasks in a safe and efficient manner complying with all local, state, and federal EHS regulations and with Morgan New Bedford, MA EHS Guidelines. Guidelines include but not limited to participation in required EHS training and use of proper PPE. Employees are responsible for reporting hazardous conditions and job-related injuries or illnesses to their supervisor.</p>