Supplier Quality Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Supplier Quality Engineer

About our client: Our client is a manufacturer and supplier of engineered parts & components to Fortune 500 & 1000 companies including OEMs and Tier 1 companies globally. Our client is a highly regarded machining and assembly supplier to automotive, marine, heavy truck, telecommunications, agriculture, electronics, hydraulics, lighting, medical, furniture, oil and gas, mining, power generations, material handling and many other industries. It supplies engineering components including battery trays and frames for hydrogen as well as the electric vehicle industry. 

Higher Talent Group values its reputation for finding high-quality people, which is why we will conduct a screening to determine if this is a good fit for you. We will share further details such as the culture, how progression works within the company, etc. 

SUMMARY OF POSITION

The Supplier Quality Engineer will play a critical role in ensuring the highest quality standards are met across all stages of the manufacturing process. You will work closely with engineering, production, and supply chain teams to identify, analyze, and resolve quality issues.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES  

The essential duties and responsibilities of this position are listed below. This list is not all-inclusive and may be amended from time to time. 

• The Quality Engineer supports new product/process development and manufacturing through the application of quality engineering techniques.
• This person will handle multiple projects and tasks throughout product development, product launch and manufacturing.
• Additionally, this individual will ensure product meet quality standards consistent with customer and other regulatory requirements.
• The Quality Engineer will represent the organization and interface with the customer on a regular basis.
• This role also supports plant activities in customer issues, supplier issues, and initiate corrective actions with an emphasis on process improvement
• Manage all quality aspects of assigned product lines and manufacturing processes to ensure highest product quality and assure compliance to internal and customer specifications and standards.
• Participate in development projects to help ensure products and processes are designed, developed and transferred to meet appropriate customer requirements and other regulations.
• Communicate significant issues identified during quality activities and provide recommended process improvements to team or management.
• Lead and participate in Corrective Action and Preventive Action teams in resolving customer, supplier and production issues.
• Disposition any materials and components that are rejected for non-conformance with effective corrective and preventive actions.
• Participate in audits and assessment of the manufacturing operations, and recommends Corrective Actions and process improvements.
• Train associates on key characteristics of product to improve awareness of product quality

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED  

• Knowledge of GD&T
• Full understanding and deductive reasoning with root cause analysis and problem solving
• Background & expertise in PPAP, APQP, MSA, SPC and Launch is required
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Word, Power Point, Excel, and Project.
• Must have a professional persona with exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
• This position of Quality Engineer is in a CNC production machining and assembly facility producing automotive parts.
• Knowledge of CNC machining industry.
• Insure full corporate compliance with IATF 16949 quality standard.
• Compensation depends on experience.*

ABOUT HIGHER TALENT GROUP  

Higher Talent Group offers candidates full-time opportunities at companies hiring nationwide. We also provide resume and career coaching services for individuals who require assistance in getting back into the workforce or for candidates who want to start looking for a new opportunity discreetly. Want to learn more? Check out our website for additional information.  

Employment Statements & Disclaimers

This job description outlines core requirements and essential functions. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. Duties and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time, with or without notice, to meet evolving business needs. This document is not an employment contract. Employment remains strictly "at-will," meaning either party may terminate the relationship at any time, for any legal reason, with or without cause or notice. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. If you need a reasonable accommodation for the interview process or the job, please notify Human Resources.