Freelance Quality Engineer Akron OH / Part-time 1099 contract OHAKSE26

About the role

We’re seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to assess supplier capabilities, evaluate manufacturing processes, and drive improvements that strengthen quality and production readiness. You’ll work directly with suppliers and internal cross-functional teams to identify risks, investigate root causes, and communicate clear, actionable findings. This is a part‑time 1099 contractor role; project duration may vary based on client needs. The current project runs on a regular day shift, though schedules may vary with site availability. The position requires travel around Akron, OH and nearby areas.

Responsibilities

• Conduct supplier capacity audits and production capacity assessments.
• Audit manufacturing processes, including metal injection molding and related production operations.
• Evaluate production tooling, injection molding equipment, and other manufacturing equipment.
• Review quality systems, technical documentation, and inspection and measurement methods.
• Perform risk assessments and root‑cause analysis; recommend and track corrective actions.
• Support supplier quality management and continuous process improvement.
• Prepare clear reports and communicate findings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, such as Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or Quality Engineering, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in quality engineering, supplier quality, manufacturing audits, production capacity assessments, or industrial process auditing.
• Familiarity with production tooling, injection molding equipment, metal injection molding processes, manufacturing equipment, and inspection and measurement tools.
• ASQ Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) or Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) preferred.
• ISO 9001 Lead Auditor certification preferred.

Skills

• Strong analytical thinking, problem‑solving, and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and report‑writing skills.
• Sound independent judgment and decision‑making.
• Customer‑focused approach and the ability to work effectively with suppliers and cross‑functional teams.

Schedule

Current project: regular day shift. As a 1099 contractor, project schedules may vary depending on site availability.