Quality Engineer 3

Supplier Quality Engineer Join a leading manufacturing organization as a Supplier Quality Engineer, responsible for driving supplier quality, performance, and continuous improvement across a global supply base. This role partners closely with suppliers and cross‑functional teams to ensure product quality, resolve technical issues, and support uninterrupted production. Key Responsibilities Monitor supplier performance and ensure timely implementation of corrective and preventive actions. Lead supplier quality improvement initiatives to enhance performance and ensure compliance with current and future customer requirements. Investigate, document, and resolve supplier quality issues and customer complaints. Conduct supplier audits to verify product and process compliance while driving standardization, waste reduction, and continuous improvement. Track and improve key supplier quality metrics, including DPPM, quality complaints, and on‑time shipment performance. Establish and support short‑ and long‑term supplier quality objectives. Lead root cause analysis and problem‑solving activities using methodologies such as 8D, 5 Whys, and Fishbone to prevent recurring issues. Resolve supplier technical challenges to maintain continuity of supply. Partner with engineering, manufacturing, purchasing, and operations teams on supplier quality initiatives. Oversee supplier containment activities to minimize production impact from quality concerns. Travel domestically and internationally up to 30–50%. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline. 1–3+ years of supplier quality, manufacturing quality, or related engineering experience. Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present technical information to suppliers and leadership. Knowledge of GD&T, MSA, and quality management principles. Ability to interpret metallurgical reports and manufacturing specifications. Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem‑solving skills. Customer‑focused mindset with experience working directly with suppliers. Preferred Qualifications Project management experience. Experience with Statistical Process Control (SPC). Knowledge of engine, axle, or transmission components. Experience with machining, casting, injection molding, stamping, or forging processes. Experience managing quality across global supplier networks. Foreign language skills are a plus. #J-18808-Ljbffr