Supplier Quality Engineer II

Job Purpose

The Supplier Quality Engineer II will ensure all products are free from defects and in compliance with engineering and manufacturing specifications and standards. Resolve non-conformances and drive continuous improvement in supplier quality performance. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance supplier capability and ensure robust quality systems. Independently manage supplier quality issues and lead root cause investigations.

Key Job Elements

• Conduct Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) reviews and define submission requirements;
• Investigate and resolve supplier non-conformances using structured problem-solving tools (8D, 5-Why);
• Collaborate with sourcing, engineering, and operations to develop supplier capability;
• Carry out supplier audits and coach suppliers on corrective actions and continuous improvement;
• Monitor and report supplier performance metrics;
• Support cost recovery and supplier development initiatives.

Lead Supplier Audits (ISO 9001, IATF 16949, AAR)

• Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions.

Education / Training

• Engineering degree (Mechanical, Electrical, or related).

Qualifications And Experience

• 3-6 years working knowledge of technical aspects of manufacturing and engineering;
• Experience with manufacturing and production processes and principles;
• Excellent communication skills;
• Experience working with internal and external customers;
• Knowledge of computer programs such as Microsoft office, Outlook , ERP systems;
• Statistical analysis and quality assurance skills;
• Experience with CAT production system preferred;
• Ability to travel up to 50%.

Preferred Skills

• Six Sigma Black Belt;
• Green Belt Certification;
• Leverage manufacturing & APQP experience;
• Metrology and statistical analysis skills;
• Bilingual communication skills.