Supplier Quality Engineer

We are seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer EMEA to join our team, with the position based either at our office in San Biagio di Callalta (Treviso, Italy).

Key Responsibilities

• Review Discrepant Material Reports (DMRs) submitted by suppliers in the BOX platform and determine appropriate disposition actions.
• Collaborate closely with the Customer's Engineering Team to obtain technical input necessary for accurate disposition decisions.
• Coordinate withField Service Organization (FSO) andStrategic Business Unit (SBU) partners to gather input for proper disposition of reported issues.
• Engage with theCustomer Quality Team to review and address any escalations reported by customers.
• Utilize theCustomer Relationship Management (CRM) tool to track field escalations, documentRoot Cause and Corrective Actions (RCCA), and ensure timely closure.
• Document quality-related RCCA and preventive actions in theApplied Materials 8D (Eight Disciplines) database.
• Provide regular updates and presentations to internal teams on the progress of 8D investigations.
• Work directly with suppliers to initiate RCCA processes for reported quality issues.
• Clarify any questions suppliers may have regarding newBest Known Methods (BKMs)for recycle cleaning kits
• Conduct on-site audits of suppliers to validate the effectiveness of implemented RCCA.
• Visit customer sites as needed to investigate quality issues, understand root causes, and report progress.
• Collaborate with engineering / Cross functional teams to resolve issues raised by suppliers.
• Work with packaging team to address any packaging related issue
• Coordinate with Supplier Account Managers to facilitate support and resolution from the supplier side.
• Obtain certification as anInternal Auditor for the Supplier Performance and Capability Assessment  (SPACA) program.
• Audit potential new suppliers that Applied Materials is considering for theApproved Vendor List (AVL), provide recommendations, and ensure closure of any identified gaps or findings.
• Take ownership ofFailure Analysis (FA) cases and work with engineering and suppliers to implement corrective actions.
• Partner with engineering and suppliers to resolve quality issues related to W / 6K  parts ( Refurbished parts )  reported by customers.

Functional Knowledge

• Demonstrates expanded conceptual knowledge in own discipline and broadens capabilities.

Business Expertise

• Understands key business drivers; uses this understanding to accomplish own work.

Leadership

• No supervisory responsibilities but provides informal guidance to new team members.

Problem Solving

• Solves problems in straightforward situations; analyzes possible solutions using technical experience and judgment and precedents.

Impact

• Impacts quality of own work and the work of others on the team; works within guidelines and policies.

Interpersonal Skills

• Explains complex information to others in straightforward situations.

Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's Degree: Engineering (Required)

Skills

Certifications:

Languages:

English (Required)

Years of Experience:

2 - 4 Years

Work Experience:

Additional Information

Shift:

Day (Italy)

Travel:

Yes, 20% of the Time

Relocation Eligible:

No

Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.