Job Description

At TE, you will unleash your potential working with people from diverse backgrounds and industries to create a safer, sustainable and more connected world.

Job Scope

Core responsibility of the Job holder is the Supplier parts approval/qualification process. Start from supplier Technical & Feasibility review to Supplier parts Approval package following by the Supplier Safe Launch process. The ASQ ensures the supplier PPAP to be successful. Holds main interface / key contact with the supplier base during pre-serial stages.

Tasks Summary & Responsibilities ( please enclose organizational charts)

• Leading the global ASQ team to build the flawless supplier NPI process.
• Working with X-function team to drive the supplier 0 defect strategy with balanced time schedule.
• Set up NPI metrics to measure the supplier quality capability and get continuous improvement.
• Build a high competency global ASQ team to fit with NPI and business needs.
• Leading the critical issue handling in the NPI stage and creating the lesson learn library.
• Owner of the parts qualification/Approval process(APQP,PPAP) with suppliers in E1 phase, included in migration projects.
• If desired might participate on New Supplier Assessments
• Responsible for Reversed FMEA (R-FMEA) execution at Supplier as applicable.
• Supports other region’s parts approval aactivities when geographically convenient.

Job Requirements

3 Requirements for a typical Job Holder / Applicant ( not the actual incumbent at TE Connectivity)

Educational Degree

B.S. degree in Electrical/Mechanical/Industrial Engineering, or related field

Professional Experience (years in what processes and function)

Requirements:

• 10 years’ experience in the supplier APQP process ,Automotive Industry is a plus.
• 5-8 years management experiences in the reginal or global roles
• Knowledge on ISO 9001, IATF 16949 preferred.

Special Qualifications, Knowledge & Skills

• Demonstrated skills in a matrix environment
• Working Knowledge on specific product and process as required (e.g., Molding, Stamping, PAB/PCBA, diecasting…)
• Be familiar with the tools related to supplier APQP process, including but not limited to APQP, PPAP, FMEA, CP, MSA, SPC, R@R and 8D’s.
• Ability to work across cultures and countries effectively.
• Thorough knowledge of Problem-Solving tools
• Process Auditor Skills is a plus
• SAP basic knowledge
• Knowledge in GD&T and Advance knowledge reading technical drawings and specifications
• Presentation skills
• Communication skills
• Coaching skills

Other important things to note

Job requires regular travels

English fluent in written and verbal

What your background should look like

Generally requires Bachelors degree in appropriate field with 12 or more years of experience; or Masters degree with 10 or more years of experience; or PhD level with 6 or more years of experience; or local equivalent.

Competencies

SET : Strategy, Execution, Talent (for managers)