KONE, founded in 1910, is one of the largest, award-winning elevator companies in the world and our offering for employees is as competitive as our offering for customers. Not only do we provide highly competitive salaries, company vehicles for specific roles, and world-class benefits for our salaried employees - we also pride ourselves on our culture and principles. Innovation, sustainability, collaboration, and ethical business practices are just some of the pillars that we use to define our own success. Come join our family in KONE Americas to be a part of something big!

Job Overview

The Supplier Quality Engineer is responsible for ensuring supplier quality in KONE Products and Services to maximize the value for KONE. This role applies supplier quality management processes, tools and resources to the supplier selection, qualification, development and management process in order to achieve the expected level of quality and service in North America.

Job Duties

Monitoring of quality performance of existing assigned suppliers, validation of the measurements, report identified corrective actions and follow-up using SQM process and quality tools (SPC/FMEA/QCP, …)

Conduct supplier audits, report identified corrective actions and follow-up using SQM process and quality tools

New potential supplier selection and qualification: closely collaborate with Sourcing to ensure that product/process quality, technical and business requirements are defined for new potential supplier selection and assess potential supplier’s gaps vs KONE requirements (gap analysis, pre-auditing etc) within a cross-functional team. Manage quality requirements and documentation through supplier qualification process.

Participate in supplier negotiations as required to ensure supplier quality commitment. Ensure that Quality Annex is integrated in supplier agreement/s (in line with KONE business requirements and template) and regularly updated

Lead supplier development initiatives for assigned suppliers as needed

Ensure compliance and adherence to KONE sourcing (KSO) policies/ procedures and with quality, safety and environmental standards

Hiring Requirements

Technical or Business (BS / BA) degree. Master's degree in quality management is an asset.

Min 3 years’ experience in quality / supplier quality role

Proven problem solving / project management skills

Leadership and proven ability to work in cross-functional team

Fluent communication skills in English, other languages are an asset

Ability to proactively communicate/collaborate with different levels and functions in the organization

Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills

Quality system knowledge (ISO 9000&14000)

Auditing skills (production and Quality/Environmental System audit)

Quality tools knowledge (SPC/FMEA/QCP, 6-Sigma, Lean manufacturing, etc). 6-Sigma Green Belt (or higher) certification is as asset

Data management skills (SAP ERP knowledge an asset)

High energy/integrity, proactive engagement

The hiring range for this role is $84,400.00 to $116,050.00 USD.  The compensation package offered will depend on the candidate’s ability to meet the requirements of the role and a range of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to their skill set, years and depth of experience, certifications, and location.

About KONE

We have the courage to hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because we believe diversity drives innovation: 

We value your authentic self. 

Diversity, equity and inclusion is embedded in our strategy and values.

Collaborative, creative, and supportive work environment.

Passionate about safety, quality, and innovation 

We care about the communities where we live and work. 

Some of our many benefits include:

Competitive salary 

Flexible work schedule 

Opportunities to learn and grow.

Matching 401K 

Pension plan 

Comprehensive health and wellness plans for the entire family 

Paid holidays and paid time off 

Come share your passion and energy to make a positive impact at KONE for our customers and your career! 

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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

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At KONE, we are focused on creating an innovative and collaborative working culture where we value the contribution of each individual. Employee engagement is a key focus area for us and we encourage participation and the sharing of information and ideas. Sustainability is an integral part of our culture and the daily practice. We follow ethical business practices and we seek to develop a culture of working together where co-workers trust and respect each other and good performance is recognized. In being a great place to work, we are proud to offer a range of experiences and opportunities that will help you to achieve your career and personal goals and enable you to live a healthy and balanced life.

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