Identify and develop suppliers for precision machined parts, injection molded parts, sheet metal, electronics, packaging and standard components. 2) Evaluate supplier capability, capacity, and manufacturing infrastructure. infrastructure, 3) Develop and maintain qualified supplier base.
Conduct supplier qualification and technical audits. 2) Assess supplier manufacturing processes and quality systems. 3) Recommend supplier selection based on technical and quality requirements.
Review engineering drawings, CAD models, and manufacturing feasibility with suppliers. 2) Lead technical discussions with vendors on drawings, GD&T;, tolerances, tooling concepts, process capability, and manufacturing feasibility. 3) Hands-on experience with CAD software (SolidWorks preferred) for reviewing 3D models and engineering drawings..
Participate in technical and commercial negotiations. 2) Evaluate tooling investment. 3) Perform cost analysis. 4) Support Make vs Buy decisions. 5) Identify cost reduction opportunities.
Coordinate RFQ, prototype development, tooling, and sample submissions. 2) Monitor supplier development activities to meet project timelines. 3) Coordinate T0, T1 and Pilot Build activities.
Coordinate FAI, PPAP, and process validation (IQ/OQ/PQ). 2) Review PFMEA, Control Plan, MSA, and Capability Studies (Cp/Cpk).
Maintain Vendor Development documentation. 2) Ensure compliance with ISO 13485 Quality System. 3) Maintain development records for Design History File (DHF).