Supplier Quality Engineer - Current Product

At Polaris Inc., we have fun doing what we love by driving change and innovation.

We empower employees to take on challenging assignments and roles with an elevated level of responsibility in our agile working environment.

Our people make us who we are, and we create incredible products and experiences that empower us to THINK OUTSIDE.Job DescriptionSUMMARY : Ensure products received from suppliers meet Polaris standards and manufacturing specifications as defined.

Proactively review supplier non-conformances and establish appropriate corrective actions.

Ensure 100% ongoing qualification compliance of purchased components throughout the product life cycle.ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES : Utilize quality engineering principles to assure the quality of supplied componentsUtilize experience and quality engineering principles to develop strategy and tools for Polaris' supplier quality system as well as drive supply chain management continuous improvementLead cross functional teams to execute root cause problem solving of quality events at production and service level and implement corrective / preventative actionsActively collaborate with Suppliers, Sourcing, Engineering, and Plant Quality to lower the number of supplier non-conformances (RMO) and reduce overall supplier DPM (Defects Per Million)Identify high risk suppliers and develop / drive execution of a quality performance improvement planPromote the use of Statistical Process Control (SPC) and continuous improvement techniques at Polaris suppliers to reduce variability and monitor process controlsReview supplier process change requests (PCR) and collaborate with cross functional teams to understand the risk as well as determine requirements for validationAssist Suppliers to maintain 100% PPAP compliance after handoff from NPI Supplier Quality TeamTrain suppliers on Polaris Quality tools and root cause / corrective action toolsProvide support and feedback to the Global Business Unit when determining existing supplier suitability for future business awardsProactively develop improvement activity to meet the department goals for DPM and corrective action effectivenessMonitor supplier caused warranty and drive appropriate corrective action to meet Global Business Unit targets.

Assist sourcing with recovery of warranty costs when applicableDetermine pre-delivery inspection and / or incoming inspection of products to eliminate final assembly build impactConduct Supplier Quality Manufacturing System Audits as requiredSKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS : BS Degree in Engineering or Technical fieldMinimum 3 years of experience in quality engineering or manufacturing engineering with preferred knowledge of plastics, casting and machining or harnessesStrong technical problem solving skills, including the ability to write technical reportsAdvanced English verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to write technical reports and present cross functionally within and outside Polaris at all levelsAdvanced knowledge of quality related tools including, but not limited to, SPC, APQP, 8D, PPAP, DOE, CAPA, MSA, PFMEA, Control Plans and Quality SystemsAbility to establish collaborative working relationships cross-functionally as well as with a diverse / global supply baseAbility to prioritize and manage multiple projectsWORKING CONDITIONS : Fast-paced office / plant environmentPosition will require up to 40% of time on site at supplierWe are an ambitious, resourceful, and driven workforce, which empowers us to THINK OUTSIDE.

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About Polaris Industries, Inc.As the global leader in powersports, Polaris Inc. (NYSE : PII) pioneers product breakthroughs and enriching experiences and services that have invited people to discover the joy of being outdoors since our founding in

Proudly headquartered in Minnesota, Polaris serves more than 100 countries across the globe.North Pole Star, S. de R.L. de C.V. (Polaris Mexico) is at the forefront of innovation in the powersports industry, manufacturing world-class vehicles that inspire adventure, we are home of RZR, ATV, General, Sportsman and other greats brands.

With a focus on quality, teamwork, and cutting-edge technology, our Mexico operations are our largest global manufacturing facility site with more than 5,000 employees.

Here at Polaris Mexico, we have engineering support from our new Product Development Center and physically assemble each one of our all-off-road vehicles with processes of injection molding, tube fabrication, welding, engines assembly, liquid and metal paint, and 6 assembly lines.

We are committed to creating a dynamic work environment where talent thrives, and bold ideas come to life.

Join Polaris Mexico, where passion meets innovation! We HireNorth Pole Star, S. de R.L. de C.V. is committed to offering equal employment opportunities to all employees and makes all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, status regarding social assistance, union membership, political beliefs or any other status protected by applicable law.

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