Process/Quality Engineering

Position Details

Title: Supplier Quality Engineer

Location: Greater Springfield, MA

Salary: $85,000 - $105,000

Jon Type: Direct hire, full time *Must be a US citizen, no exceptions*

Position Summary

The Senior Supplier Quality Engineer supports the business in supplier project management for assigned commodities, supplier assessments, supplier performance improvement, technical data interpretation and analysis (e.g., engineering drawings, specifications, purchase orders), and quality system management.

Key Responsibilities

Drive supplier improvement initiatives by identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions to improve on-time delivery and reduce scrap, rework, and repair costs

Lead problem-solving efforts using structured methodologies to address supplier nonconformances and performance issues

Coordinate and implement changes to procedures, production processes, engineering specifications, and inspection techniques; monitor results to validate improvements

Perform source inspections (onsite or remote) based on business needs and criticality

Analyze product and process data to identify trends, optimize manufacturing performance, and reduce variability

Develop product quality plans, inspection methodologies, and process control strategies

Review and approve First Article Inspection Reports (FAIR) in accordance with industry standards (e.g., AS9102)

Manage supplier corrective action requests (SCARs) and daily nonconformance activities, including containment actions

Interpret technical requirements, including customer drawings and specifications, and ensure proper flow-down to suppliers

Participate in Material Review Board (MRB) and Configuration Control Board (CCB) processes

Develop process flow diagrams and perform Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA)

Collaborate with suppliers to establish statistically valid control plans

Apply Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to reduce variation and improve quality

Conduct internal and external audits of quality systems, processes, and products

Support product and process qualifications, certifications, and approvals

Candidate Requirements

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Expertise in root cause analysis and corrective action methodologies

Proficiency in problem-solving tools such as 5 Whys, FMEA, 8D, Pareto analysis, fault tree analysis, and Ishikawa diagrams

Strong technical writing, communication, project management, and organizational skills

Demonstrated ability to drive accountability and deliver results in cross-functional environments

Experience interpreting engineering drawings, including GD&T

Familiarity with manufacturing processes such as machining, heat treatment, coatings, and non-destructive testing

Experience supporting high-reliability or regulated industries (e.g., aerospace, defense, or similar) preferred

Working knowledge of customer and regulatory requirements and contract flow-down processes

Experience with Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies (Green Belt or Black Belt preferred)

Understanding of quality management systems such as AS9100, ISO 9001, and Nadcap

Ability to develop and implement control plans, inspection strategies, and audit programs

Experience with metrology and automated inspection equipment

Ability to perform failure analysis and tolerance stack-up analysis

Familiarity with industrialization processes such as PPAP and product validation/verification processes

Proficiency in standard business applications (e.g., Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio, Project)

Education & Experience

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field (or equivalent experience)

Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in supplier quality or supply chain improvement

Advanced degree or professional certifications (e.g., ASQ, Six Sigma) are preferred

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