Supplier Quality Engineer

We are partnering with a well-established manufacturer to hire a Supplier Quality Engineer to lead supplier quality initiatives and ensure compliance with internal standards. This position acts as a key link between purchasing, manufacturing, quality, and external vendors, focusing on process improvements, quality assurance, and supplier performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain supplier quality systems across the supply base

• Conduct audits of new and current suppliers to evaluate quality capabilities

• Guide suppliers through new product quality planning processes

• Support corrective actions related to supplier quality issues

• Implement improvement plans using Lean, Six Sigma, and other quality tools

• Review technical drawings and specifications to align supplier expectations

• Validate production part approval submissions for new product launches

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

• Minimum 3 years in supplier quality or manufacturing engineering

• Familiarity with quality frameworks such as APQP, PPAP, root cause analysis

• Experience conducting supplier and process audits

• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills

• Knowledge of ISO 9001 and IATF standards preferred

• Willingness to travel up to 30% as needed

The role offers competitive compensation, benefits, and the opportunity to make a measurable impact within a growing operation.