A multi-functional role supporting quality and purchasing. Responsible for ensuring the supply chain develops their processes consistent with engineering intent. Supporting operational buyers as a working leader. Essential Functions: Lead operational buyer team to achieve best in class results Collaborate with suppliers, engineering and manufacturing to develop supplier continuous improvement and capabilities Monitor and improve supplier quality targets and KPIs Reporting of quality problem suppliers 8D reports for quality checks resulting in any deviation from the specification Determination and implementation of quality checks Supporting quality inspection technicians Approval for production processes or similarity classes Evaluation when product can be used as an exception despite a deviation from the specification Contribute and be responsible to the Quality and Environmental awareness throughout the organization Education Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Supply Chain Management Required Competencies: 5 years manufacturing experience 2 years supervisory experience Excellent negotiation and communication skills Strong knowledge of quality control standards and testing methodologies Strong problem solving experience using systematic approaches: Six Sigma, root cause analysis, 8D Syntegon Technology is a proud supporter of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics) Initiatives FIRST Robotics (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) AWIM (A World In Motion) By choice, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce. The expected compensation range for this position is between $75,000 - $120,000 based on a full-time schedule. Compensation for roles at Syntegon varies depending on a wide array of non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, degree/credentials, relevant skill set, and level of relevant experience. At Syntegon compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. Total rewards at Syntegon include salary bonus (if applicable) benefits. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. NOTE: All official Syntegon job postings can be found at www.syntegon.com . Successful candidates asked to participate in the hiring process should expect to speak to the hiring team by telephone and in person at one of our Syntegon office locations (Decatur, Oldsmar, Raleigh, New Richmond, Minneapolis and Allendale) prior to the job offer. Syntegon Technology is a proud supporter of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics) initiatives: FIRST Robotics (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) AWIM (A World In Motion) By choice, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce. We do not discriminate in hiring or employment against any individual on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, or any other factor protected by anti-discrimination laws. Syntegon Technology is one of the leading suppliers in the field of process and packaging technology. We develop and produce in future under a new owner holistic systems for the pharmaceutical, food and confectionery industries in over 15 countries. Are you ready to shape the current changes with us? Do you want to contribute to people's nutrition and health, and thereby enhancing the quality of life? Welcome to Syntegon Technology. We are looking forward to your application The City of New Richmond, known as "The City Beautiful", is located an easy and quick commute in both directions from the Minneapolis/St. Paul Metro area and a short distance from Eau Claire, WI. City Beautiful it is, in setting, in character and quality of life