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Supplier Quality Engineer I

Asahi Kasei Corporation - Glenview, IL

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The Asahi Kasei Group operates with a commitment of creating for tomorrow. Our business sectors, Material, Homes, and Health Care, contribute to the development of society by anticipating the changing needs of those around the world. We look for candidates that offer a fresh perspective and a variety of skills to help us achieve our commitment.We are currently seeking applications to fill the following job opening at Asahi Kasei Bioprocess where we sell Planova® virus removal filters and develops and manufactures related bioprocess equipment.Company:Asahi Kasei Bioprocess America, Inc.Job Description:We are seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer I to lead supplier qualification activities including managing AKBA's supplier audit program and supplier management systems. You will be building and improving our relationships with and the performance of our suppliers, establishing and maintaining AKBA's approved supplier list and supplier quality agreements, and partnering with Purchasing to support supplier selection and sourcing decisions. If you are seeking an energetic and helpful team environment, enjoy creating and making an impact, please apply.As an Asahi Kasei Bioprocess America employee, you will enjoy:Strong company cultureCompetitive Compensation with BonusesGreat health benefits with the company paying over 80% of insurance premiumsWellness ProgramPaid Time OffStrong company match to 401(k) contributionsTuition reimbursement programGiving ProgramPaid Parental LeaveESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES Manage Fluid Management Division suppliers by:Owning the supplier management process with responsibility over process metrics and improvementsNegotiating and establishing quality agreements with suppliers to ensure clarity of AKBA expectations and product/service specifications, and ensuring consistency with accompanying sales and other supply agreementsManaging the activities of the Supplier Task Force to facilitate new supplier searches and trials, driving completion of these initiatives and onboarding chosen suppliersLeading supplier audits (planning, facilitating, and reporting), and working together with suppliers to achieve satisfactory corrective action response and improved quality and delivery performanceMonitoring and analyzing supplier performance data (including nonconformances, on-time delivery, responsiveness, etc.) to identify severe or repeated supplier quality issues and trends, and driving improvement by providing performance feedback to suppliers via corrective action requests, data-driven scorecards, and targeted improvement meetingsManaging supplier changes by monitoring and analyzing incoming supplier change notifications, working with AKBA stakeholders to determine impact on AKBA and our product lines, and liaising with suppliers to clarify and take action as neededOwning the Supplier Management module in EtQ Reliance, including managing supplier qualification requests, supplier reviews, and other supplier-related tasksPerform internal quality system audits, as requiredFacilitate and record Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) root cause analyses (RCA) and action plans and perform CAPA effectiveness checksOther quality-related tasks, as requiredADDITIONAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIESSpecial projects, as assignedThis role's participation in supplier trials, supplier audits, and other internal and external meetings requires domestic and international travelMINIMUM REQUIREMENTSBachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or a related technical disciplineAt least 3 years of work experience in Engineering, Quality Engineering, Supplier Quality, or Manufacturing QualityWorking knowledge of ISO 9001 standards, as well as quality tools, terminology, and conceptsExperience with supplier auditing, risk-based supplier management, and quality metricsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsIntermediate to advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office programsExpertise in data analysis and trends analysisStrong critical thinking, analytical, and decision-making skills to solve problems associated with the determination of root causesHigh attention to detail, high quality workStrong facilitation, relationship-building, and influencing skillsSelf-starter, highly motivated to learnPREFERRED SKILLSExperience in bioprocessing, life sciences, medical devices, or regulated manufacturing environmentsAmerican Society for Quality (ASQ) Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) or similar certificationAmerican Society for Quality (ASQ) Certified Supplier Quality Professional (CSQP) or similar certificationExperience with QMS management software (such as ETQ Reliance)Experience with ERP software (such as Microsoft Business Central (BC))Agreement & specification writing experienceMicrosoft PowerBIPhysical Demands/Environmental ConditionsPosition has the capability of hybrid work-from-home / in-officeTravel up to 30%, domestic and international The base compensation range for this role is $90,000-$95,000. Base Compensation is influenced by many factors including, but not limited to: time in the role, previous experience, skills, knowledge, performance, work requirements, internal equity, and business / economic conditions.Please note, we will not be providing immigration-related sponsorship now or in the future for this role.The Asahi Kasei Bioprocess (AKB) provides pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical manufacturers with a comprehensive suite of tools to maximize safety and improve yields of biotherapeutics during research, clinical and commercial-scale production. Planova ™ virus-removal filters anchor a diverse product portfolio defined by quality, consistency and scalability. Additional areas of expertise include liquid chromatography, inline buffer dilution and oligonucleotide synthesis.We are a growing team (145+) of professionals excited about what we do and our ability to impact healthcare delivery systems worldwide. We offer a "big company" benefits package and a "small company" culture and work environment. Every employee at Asahi Kasei Bioprocess America can impact our future.#LI-MG1#HybridAs an equal opportunity employer, Asahi Kasei believes a diverse workforce will provide us with the ability to continuously support the changes in the economy, society, and environment.

Created: 2026-04-02

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