Supplier Quality Engineer
$73,600–$106,200 year
On-siteSaint Cloud, Florida, United States
Job Summary
Lead supplier quality activities to ensure timely identification, containment, and resolution of supplier-related issues while driving corrective actions (SCAR/8D) and root cause validation. Own nonconformances from identification through closure, coordinate containment efforts to mitigate production risk, and manage material traceability and MRB disposition to protect manufacturing continuity. Execute Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP/PPAP) to validate supplier readiness, conduct audits, and drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance process capability and reduce defects across electronics and plastic injection molding operations. Report performance metrics and escalate systemic risks to stakeholders to support informed decision-making and production stability.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, quality, manufacturing, or related technical field
- 3 – 5 years of prior experience in supplier quality, manufacturing, or quality engineering within a production environment
- Experience managing supplier quality, including corrective actions (SCAR), root cause analysis, and supplier performance improvement
- Experience supporting new product development and supplier readiness activities (APQP / PPAP)
- Experience working with supplier manufacturing processes, including electronics (e.g., PCB/SMT) and/or plastic injection molding environments
- Experience conducting supplier audits (process, product, or quality system) and driving corrective actions
- Strong knowledge of Supplier Quality core methodologies, including APQP, PPAP, FMEA, Control Plans, SPC, and structured problem-solving (8D, 5 Why)
- Ability to interpret and apply engineering drawings, specifications, and GD&T requirements to validate supplier conformance
- Working knowledge of supplier manufacturing processes, including electronics manufacturing (e.g., PCB/SMT processes, ESD controls) and plastic injection molding (e.g., tooling, material behavior, and dimensional control)
- Understanding of process capability and statistical methods (Cp/Cpk) to evaluate supplier performance and process stability
- Demonstrated ability to manage supplier quality issues end-to-end, including containment, root cause analysis, corrective action, and verification of effectiveness
- Ability to assess and validate supplier process controls, quality systems, and compliance to engineering and regulatory requirements
- Strong understanding of material traceability, nonconformance management (MRB, NCM), and quality system documentation requirements
- Effective communication skills with the ability to influence suppliers and collaborate cross functionally with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Procurement
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret supplier performance data (PPM, trends, repeat issues) and drive data-based decisions
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and experience with quality and ERP systems for tracking supplier performance and quality data
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with a high level of accountability, attention to detail, and focus on operational execution
- Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement, process standardization, and driving long-term supplier capability and performance
- Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States
- Travel Required: Up to 30% (domestic and limited international)
- Relocation: Yes
Desired Qualifications
- Experience supporting new product development and supplier readiness activities (APQP / PPAP)
- Experience working with supplier manufacturing processes, including electronics (e.g., PCB/SMT) and/or plastic injection molding environments
- Experience conducting supplier audits (process, product, or quality system) and driving corrective actions
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