Identify, evaluate, and technically qualify new suppliers in close collaboration with Purchasing, Supply Chain, Quality, Manufacturing Engineering, and Design * Conduct supplier evaluations, technical reviews, process audits, and qualification assessments to ensure meet manufacturing and quality requirements * Support the development and review of quality documentation, including control plans, PFMEAs, inspection plans, PPAP documentation, and First Article Inspection Reports (FAIR) * Support suppliers throughout the initial production phase, including qualification of first parts, troubleshooting technical and quality issues, root cause investigations, and implementation of sustainable corrective actions * Act as a technical interface and sparring partner between external suppliers and internal teams
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