Supplier Quality Engineer

Job Description Summary

Job Description

Standard Work Development:

• Design, document, and implement standardized processes and procedures for supplier quality activities
• Create clear, visual work instructions and process maps that ensure consistency across the organization
• Continuously refine standard work based on feedback, metrics, and evolving business needs
• Establish process documentation standards and version control systems

Daily Management System Implementation:

• Develop and deploy daily management routines including tier meetings, visual management boards, and performance tracking
• Create KPI dashboards and metrics that provide real-time visibility into supplier quality performance
• Design escalation protocols and problem-solving workflows
• Build cadence and accountability structures that drive continuous improvement

Tool & Training Material Creation:

• Develop comprehensive training programs for supplier quality processes, tools, and methodologies
• Create engaging learning materials including presentations, videos, job aids, and e-learning modules
• Design assessment tools to verify competency and knowledge retention
• Build toolkits and templates that enable team members to execute their roles effectively
• Maintain a centralized repository of training materials and operational resources

Operational Support:

• Serve as the go-to resource for questions about supplier quality processes and tools
• Gather feedback from the SQ team to identify pain points and improvement opportunities
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align processes and eliminate redundancies
• Support change management efforts as new processes and tools are introduced

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Operations Management, or related field
• 3-5 years of experience in supplier quality, quality engineering, or operations roles
• Experience in advanced manufacturing engineering roles within a factory environment
• Demonstrated experience serving as a liaison between supplier quality and engineering functions
• Proven track record of developing and implementing standard work and operational procedures
• Strong understanding of quality management systems (ISO 9001, AS9100, or similar)
• Experience with Lean manufacturing principles and tools (5S, value stream mapping, kaizen)
• Proficiency in creating training materials and process documentation

Technical Skills:

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Visio)
• Experience with visual management and daily management systems
• Familiarity with quality tools (8D, FMEA, control plans, SPC)
• Knowledge of supplier quality processes (supplier audits, PPAP, corrective actions)
• Experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS) or training platforms is a plus

Desired Characteristics:

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with ability to simplify complex concepts
• Strong attention to detail with a passion for process excellence
• Self-motivated individual contributor who can work independently
• Collaborative mindset with ability to influence without authority
• Creative problem-solver who can design practical, user-friendly solutions
• Change agent comfortable with ambiguity and evolving requirements
• Skilled at building relationships and facilitating collaboration across engineering and operations teams
• Practical understanding of manufacturing constraints and production realities
• Relocation Assistance Provided: No
• Strong attention to detail with a passion for process excellence
• Self-motivated individual contributor who can work independently
• Collaborative mindset with ability to influence without authority
• Creative problem-solver who can design practical, user-friendly solutions
• Change agent comfortable with ambiguity and evolving requirements
• Skilled at building relationships and facilitating collaboration across engineering and operations teams
• Practical understanding of manufacturing constraints and production realities
• Relocation Assistance Provided: No

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