Supplier Quality Engineer

Type: Contract
Compensation: $55–$60 per hour
Work Model: Remote – offsite (Michigan, Indiana, Ohio, Illinois preferred)

Responsibilities

• Negotiate contracts, perform audits at supplier locations, and facilitate supplier onboarding.
• Travel to supplier sites as needed (30–40%).
• Participate in a 4–6 week training program including shadow audits, observing, and gradually conducting audits under supervision.
• Manage relationships with approximately 50 suppliers across the supply chain.
• Support supplier qualification, process assessments, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure supplier quality aligns with regulatory and company standards.
• Maintain thorough documentation of quality audits and supplier performance metrics.
• Assist in implementing quality improvements and corrective actions.

Requirements

• Lead Quality Auditor Qualification (ISO 13485, CFR 820 or comparable) – active or expired with relevant experience.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in regulated industries such as medical devices, automotive, or pharmaceuticals.
• Supplier-facing experience including audits, contract negotiations, and onboarding.
• Experience with audit processes, non-conformance management, and TrackWise.
• Proficiency in FMEA, validation programs, SPC processes, and manufacturing understanding.
• Strong written and oral communication, including negotiation skills.
• Desirable: Plastics/injection molding or electronics experience; Lean Six Sigma certification.

Benefits

• Health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, and spending accounts.
• Life insurance and voluntary plans.
• Participation in a 401(k) plan.