Supplier Quality Engineer - Temporary
$95,000–$130,000 year
On-siteRiverside, California, United States
Riverside, California, United StatesOn-siteContract$95,000–$130,000 year
Contract
Job Summary
Conduct supplier audits and inspections to verify compliance with quality standards and regulatory requirements. Evaluate and select suppliers based on quality performance, production capabilities, and cost efficiency. Investigate product defects or failures, leading root cause analysis using methods like 5 Whys and Fishbone Diagrams to drive corrective actions. Develop quality control plans, monitor performance metrics, and collaborate with internal teams to ensure supplier quality aligns with company standards during new product development.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical, or a related field) or equivalent experience
- At least 3-5 years of experience in quality engineering or supplier quality management
- Experience with supplier audits, inspections, and quality control processes
- Strong knowledge of quality control methodologies, standards (e.g., ISO 9001, IATF 16949, or other relevant industry standards)
- Proficiency in root cause analysis and problem-solving techniques
- Experience with statistical tools (SPC, DOE) and quality software systems (e.g., SAP, Minitab, etc.)
- Strong communication skills for working with suppliers and internal teams
- Problem-solving and analytical thinking
- Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks
- Willingness to travel to supplier locations, as required
Desired Qualifications
- ASQ (American Society for Quality) certifications (e.g., CQE, CQA) are a plus
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