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Elise Tilton

Nampa,ID

Summary

Dynamic Supplier Quality Engineer with a background in purchasing, excelling in supplier audits and corrective action implementation. Skilled in problem solving and cross-functional teamwork, I effectively enhanced supplier performance and compliance, driving continuous improvement initiatives. Proficient in inspection techniques and fostering strong supplier relationships to achieve quality objectives.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Supplier Quality Engineer

Plexus
08.2020 - 07.2026
  • Conducted supplier audits ensuring compliance standards and regulations.
  • Developed and maintained inspection plans for incoming product
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to resolve quality issues and implement corrective actions.
  • Analyzed supplier performance data to identify trends.
  • Conducted root cause analysis for non-conformance issues, driving corrective actions.
  • Led training sessions for new hires on supplier quality management best practices, ensuring a thorough understanding of organizational expectations.

Supplier Quality Engineer

Woodward HRT
04.2013 - 08.2020

• On the PMR (Preliminary Material Review) Team for non-compliant material

• Manage company ASL (Approved Supplier List)

• Co-wrote and implemented FAIR procedure and training instructions

• Create, review, and managed FAIRs internally and from supply base

• Plan and manage PPAP reviews

• Prepared for and participated in customer audits

• Trained team and other business units to improve process flow

• Managed customer and program metrics in MS Excel (pivot tables, data

visualization, macros)

• Led team to execute short and long term goals of the department

• SCARs (Supplier Corrective Actions)

• Use SAP (ERP System), Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Office, and customer web

portals

Buyer

Woodward HRT
06.2005 - 04.2013

• Effectively executed negotiations, follow-up, and supplier relationships

• Maintained quotes, purchase orders, and supplier data bases

• Developed ability to work in a fast paced atmosphere

• Managed and led administrative team to achieve department directives

• Responsible for sensitive and high dollar invoicing issues

• Maintained excellent customer relations in all forms

• Managed record-keeping procedures without error

• Experienced in handling confidential records

• Accurately entered data into multiple systems

• Excellent filling and organizational skills

Education

Associate of Science - Computer Graphics

Antelope Valley College
Lancaster, CA

Skills

  • SAP / JDE
  • WMS / TIPQA
  • Agile / Windchill
  • Microsoft Suite
  • Google Suite

Timeline

Supplier Quality Engineer

Plexus
08.2020 - 07.2026

Supplier Quality Engineer

Woodward HRT
04.2013 - 08.2020

Buyer

Woodward HRT
06.2005 - 04.2013

Associate of Science - Computer Graphics

Antelope Valley College
Elise Tilton