Supplier Quality Engineer

About the role

This position is accountable for the coordination of obtaining design/process compatibility with existing parts and products, and is located On-Site in Ripon, WI.

Responsibilities

• Track resolutions of supplier quality/productivity top issues
• Support the effort of the new design introduction
• Provide reject and warranty data to the management team for analysis
• Determine inspection/test equipment required to assess conformance to specifications
• Participate in the process review team to introduce purchased and manufactured components
• Determine and propose statistical process controls for suppliers' processes
• Initiate and lead technical reviews of supplied parts and the supplier's quality management system (QMS)
• Maintain quality documentation at test and audit to engineering specifications
• Supervise quality process control and audit personnel assigned

Requirements

• 2-4 years of experience in quality assurance and/or control preferred
• Support Supplier Audits & Assessment: Conduct on-site or virtual audits to evaluate supplier quality systems and process capability
• Part Qualification: Manage the PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) or similar qualification processes for new parts
• Root Cause Analysis: Investigate non-conforming materials and drive corrective/preventive actions (SCARs/CAPA)
• Experience analyzing and facilitating APQP processes with the ability to coach and develop internal teams in support of supplier product qualifications and launch readiness
• Performance Monitoring: Track supplier KPIs (e.g., defects per million, on-time delivery) and conduct performance reviews
• Background in QMS management in a certified ISO or IATF organization
• Functional knowledge of statistical concepts as applied to the field of Quality Assurance
• Experience in a project team environment is beneficial
• Collaboration: Work with design and manufacturing engineering to define component specifications and tolerances
• Continuous Improvement: Drive lean manufacturing and quality improvement initiatives at supplier locations

Skills and Abilities

• Problem-solving ability, effective communication skills and diplomacy required
• Experience evaluating supplier's quality systems and ability to facilitate process improvements
• Blueprint reading and ability to interpret standards such as ASTM
• Demonstrated strong computer skills in Microsoft applications
• Knowledge of SAP is beneficial

Qualifications

• BS degree in Engineering, Quality or Manufacturing discipline preferred
• AS degree required with equivalent experience or ASQ Quality Engineering Certification

Physical Requirements

Position involves sitting for long periods, standing, manual dexterity, stooping, bending, and minimal lifting. Some travel, including to international suppliers, may be required. A valid passport, or the ability to get one, is required.