Senior Manager, Supply Chain Engineering

Trending Job Identification 336781 Job Category Product and Research Role People Manager Job Type Regular Employee Does this position require a security clearance? No Years 10+ years Additional Info Visa / work permit sponsorship is not available for this position Applicants are required to read, write, and speak the following languages English Job Description The Senior Manager, Quality Engineering is responsible for leading the Quality Engineering organization and ensuring the effective execution of quality strategies across manufacturing operations. This role drives operational excellence through robust quality systems, supplier quality management, process controls, and continuous improvement initiatives. The Senior Manager partners closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Product Development teams to ensure products consistently meet quality, reliability, and compliance requirements. This leader is accountable for developing high-performing teams, managing quality performance metrics, and translating organizational quality objectives into actionable programs that support business growth and customer satisfaction. Responsibilities Quality Leadership & Organizational Management Lead and manage Quality Engineering, Supplier Quality, Incoming Quality Control (IQC), and Outgoing Quality Control (OQC) functions. Develop and execute departmental quality plans aligned with organizational objectives. Foster a culture of accountability, operational excellence, and continuous improvement. Coach, mentor, and develop quality engineering personnel and future leaders. Support workforce planning, succession planning, and talent development initiatives. Manufacturing Quality Engineering Ensure manufacturing processes consistently meet quality, reliability, and performance requirements. Establish and maintain process controls, inspection plans, validation activities, and quality standards. Lead investigation of quality issues using structured problem‑solving methodologies. Drive implementation of corrective and preventive actions (CAPA). Ensure compliance with applicable quality standards, regulatory requirements, and internal procedures. Supplier Quality Management Oversee supplier qualification, audits, performance monitoring, and continuous improvement programs. Partner with Supply Chain and Procurement to mitigate supplier quality risks. Drive supplier corrective action programs and improvement initiatives. Monitor supplier quality metrics and establish performance improvement plans where necessary. Continuous Improvement & Operational Excellence Champion Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and statistical process control methodologies. Drive defect reduction, yield improvement, and Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ) reduction initiatives. Establish and maintain quality dashboards, KPIs, and reporting mechanisms. Lead cross‑functional improvement projects focused on process capability and operational efficiency. Customer & Field Quality Ensure effective management of customer complaints, returns, and field quality concerns. Analyze field performance and reliability data to identify improvement opportunities. Support customer audits and quality reviews. Drive customer satisfaction through proactive quality management practices. Cross-Functional Collaboration Collaborate with Product Development and Manufacturing Engineering on Design for Quality (DFQ) and Design for Manufacturability (DFM). Support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities, including risk assessments, PFMEA, Control Plans, and validation activities. Provide quality leadership during product launches and manufacturing transfers. Qualifications Education & Experience Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or related technical discipline. Master's degree preferred. 10–+ years of manufacturing quality experience. Minimum 3–5 years of leadership experience managing quality engineering teams. Experience supporting multi‑site manufacturing environments preferred. Technical Expertise Strong knowledge of Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, SPC, FMEA, MSA, DOE, CAPA, and Root Cause Analysis methodologies. Experience with supplier quality systems and auditing. Knowledge of IQC/OQC processes and manufacturing quality controls. Certifications ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence (CMQ/OE) Strong people leadership and team‑building skills. Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities. Proven ability to influence cross‑functional teams and drive organizational change. Disclaimer Certain U.S. based or U.S. customer or client‑facing roles may be required to comply with applicable requirements, such as immunization/occupational health mandates, and/or drug testing requirements. Range and benefit information provided in this posting are specific to the stated locations only. US: Hiring Range in USD from: $126,200 to $264,100 per annum. May be eligible for bonus, equity, and compensation deferral. Benefits Medical, dental, and vision insurance, including expert medical opinion Short term disability and long term disability Life insurance and AD&D Supplemental life insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child) Health care and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts Pre‑tax commuter and parking benefits 401(k) Savings and Investment Plan with company match Paid time off: Flexible Vacation is provided to all eligible employees assigned to a salaried (non‑overtime eligible) position. Accrued Vacation is provided to all other employees eligible for vacation benefits. For employees working at least 35 hours per week, the vacation accrual rate is 13 days annually for the first three years of employment and 18 days annually for subsequent years of employment. Vacation accrual is prorated for employees working between 20 and 34 hours per week. Employees working fewer than 20 hours per week are not eligible for vacation. 11 paid holidays Paid sick leave: 72 hours of paid sick leave upon date of hire. Refreshes each calendar year. Unused balance will carry over each year up to a maximum cap of 112 hours. Paid parental leave Adoption assistance Employee Stock Purchase Plan Financial planning and group legal Voluntary benefits including auto, homeowner and pet insurance The role will generally accept applications for at least three calendar days from the posting date or as long as the job remains posted. 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