TK Elevator
Manager- Supplier Quality Engineering (Atlanta/Germantown)
TK Elevator, Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30383
Manager - Supplier Quality Engineering (Atlanta/Germantown)
Join TK Elevator as a Manager - Supplier Quality Engineering based in Atlanta, GA or Germantown, TN. This role is responsible for driving supplier excellence across the full lifecycle of sourced and manufactured components, ensuring supplier compliance with TK Elevator specifications and industry standards (e.g., ISO 9001) from onboarding through sustained performance monitoring and development.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Support Existing & New Product Development: Ensure supplied components meet evolving specifications throughout the development cycle, with systematic and auditable communication to suppliers overseeing design level impacts coordinating and synchronizing cross‑components and subsystem changes.
Supplier Risk & Performance Management: Collaborate cross‑functionally to identify and address issues with high‑risk suppliers, driving sustainable corrective actions and continuous improvement.
Audit & Compliance Oversight: Conduct supplier audits based on risk, performance, and stability to ensure compliance and mitigate supply chain risks.
Performance Improvement & Recovery: Lead year‑over‑year supplier performance improvements and implement structured recovery plans for underperforming suppliers.
Data & Stakeholder Communication: Provide timely supplier performance data and maintain clear communication with stakeholders on escalated issues and recovery progress.
PPAP & Production Support: Lead the Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), track readiness KPIs, and ensure the availability and quality of supplied components to support production throughput.
Supplier Optimization & Lifecycle Management: Oversee supplier selection, onboarding, performance monitoring, and termination, ensuring consistent quality, delivery, and cost improvements and/or recoveries through prompt case investigation, responsibility‑accountability agreement and recording.
Process Documentation & QMS Leadership: Lead the documentation of Supplier Quality procedures within the TKE Quality Management System (QMS) and participate in executive and plant‑level quality reviews.
Who We Are Looking For EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Technical, Scientific, or Business‑related discipline.
Minimum 5 years of experience in manufacturing, distribution, or fulfillment environments, with a strong understanding of engineering principles, technical specifications, and industrial processes.
5+ years of progressive leadership in supply chain or manufacturing, ideally within the elevator, automotive, or aeronautical industries, with a focus on operational excellence and cross‑functional collaboration.
5+ years of quality management experience in plant, contract manufacturing (CMO), or corporate environments, overseeing quality systems, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Strong multitasking and prioritization skills in dynamic environments.
Proven cross‑functional leadership and effective communication across diverse audiences.
Analytical mindset with demonstrated ability to interpret data and drive measurable results.
Experience in supplier development across quality, delivery, cost, and capacity.
Strategic collaboration with sourcing to ensure reliable, cost‑effective supply.
Adaptability and resilience in fluid situations with a focus on consistent outcomes.
Ability to inspire innovation and motivate teams and partners to exceed expectations.
Proven experience managing plant‑level quality operations (preferred).
What we offer
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
Health savings account (HSA)
Supplemental medical plans
Company‑paid short‑ and long‑term disability insurance
Company‑paid basic life insurance and AD&D
Optional life and AD&D coverage
Optional spouse and dependent life insurance
Identity theft monitoring
Pet insurance
Company‑paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Tuition reimbursement
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match: Employees can contribute a portion of their pay on a pre‑tax or Roth basis. The company provides a dollar‑for‑dollar match on the first 5% contributed.
15 days of vacation per year
11 paid holidays each calendar year (10 fixed, 1 floating)
Paid sick leave, per company policy
Up to six weeks of paid parental leave (available after successful completion of 90 days of full‑time employment)
Eligibility requirements for these benefits will be controlled by applicable plan documents. This is intended to provide a general description of benefits and other compensation and is not a substitute for applicable plan documents or company policies.
To apply to a position, please click on the Apply Now button. For any additional questions or job specific requests, please use the contact below and include the Job Requisition Number as a reference.
Elevatorjobs.AMS@tkelevator.com
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ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Support Existing & New Product Development: Ensure supplied components meet evolving specifications throughout the development cycle, with systematic and auditable communication to suppliers overseeing design level impacts coordinating and synchronizing cross‑components and subsystem changes.
Supplier Risk & Performance Management: Collaborate cross‑functionally to identify and address issues with high‑risk suppliers, driving sustainable corrective actions and continuous improvement.
Audit & Compliance Oversight: Conduct supplier audits based on risk, performance, and stability to ensure compliance and mitigate supply chain risks.
Performance Improvement & Recovery: Lead year‑over‑year supplier performance improvements and implement structured recovery plans for underperforming suppliers.
Data & Stakeholder Communication: Provide timely supplier performance data and maintain clear communication with stakeholders on escalated issues and recovery progress.
PPAP & Production Support: Lead the Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), track readiness KPIs, and ensure the availability and quality of supplied components to support production throughput.
Supplier Optimization & Lifecycle Management: Oversee supplier selection, onboarding, performance monitoring, and termination, ensuring consistent quality, delivery, and cost improvements and/or recoveries through prompt case investigation, responsibility‑accountability agreement and recording.
Process Documentation & QMS Leadership: Lead the documentation of Supplier Quality procedures within the TKE Quality Management System (QMS) and participate in executive and plant‑level quality reviews.
Who We Are Looking For EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Technical, Scientific, or Business‑related discipline.
Minimum 5 years of experience in manufacturing, distribution, or fulfillment environments, with a strong understanding of engineering principles, technical specifications, and industrial processes.
5+ years of progressive leadership in supply chain or manufacturing, ideally within the elevator, automotive, or aeronautical industries, with a focus on operational excellence and cross‑functional collaboration.
5+ years of quality management experience in plant, contract manufacturing (CMO), or corporate environments, overseeing quality systems, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Strong multitasking and prioritization skills in dynamic environments.
Proven cross‑functional leadership and effective communication across diverse audiences.
Analytical mindset with demonstrated ability to interpret data and drive measurable results.
Experience in supplier development across quality, delivery, cost, and capacity.
Strategic collaboration with sourcing to ensure reliable, cost‑effective supply.
Adaptability and resilience in fluid situations with a focus on consistent outcomes.
Ability to inspire innovation and motivate teams and partners to exceed expectations.
Proven experience managing plant‑level quality operations (preferred).
What we offer
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
Health savings account (HSA)
Supplemental medical plans
Company‑paid short‑ and long‑term disability insurance
Company‑paid basic life insurance and AD&D
Optional life and AD&D coverage
Optional spouse and dependent life insurance
Identity theft monitoring
Pet insurance
Company‑paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Tuition reimbursement
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match: Employees can contribute a portion of their pay on a pre‑tax or Roth basis. The company provides a dollar‑for‑dollar match on the first 5% contributed.
15 days of vacation per year
11 paid holidays each calendar year (10 fixed, 1 floating)
Paid sick leave, per company policy
Up to six weeks of paid parental leave (available after successful completion of 90 days of full‑time employment)
Eligibility requirements for these benefits will be controlled by applicable plan documents. This is intended to provide a general description of benefits and other compensation and is not a substitute for applicable plan documents or company policies.
To apply to a position, please click on the Apply Now button. For any additional questions or job specific requests, please use the contact below and include the Job Requisition Number as a reference.
Elevatorjobs.AMS@tkelevator.com
#J-18808-Ljbffr