Supplier Quality Engineer - Walker Area

We are collaborating with manufacturing firms in Walker that are seeking skilled Supplier Quality Engineers. These organizations are dedicated to maintaining high standards and are looking for professionals who can contribute effectively. By joining our network, you position yourself for opportunities aligned with your career goals.

• →Develop and implement supplier quality improvement plans.
• →Conduct supplier audits and assessments to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• →Investigate and resolve supplier-related quality issues, including root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• →Collaborate with suppliers to establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for quality.
• →Review and approve supplier PPAP submissions and other quality-related documentation.
• →Drive continuous improvement initiatives with suppliers to enhance product quality and reliability.
• →Participate in new product development (NPD) processes to ensure supplier quality readiness.

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical field
• 3+ years experience in supplier quality or manufacturing quality within a manufacturing environment
• Strong understanding of quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001) and quality tools (e.g., FMEA, PPAP, SPC, 8D)
• Demonstrated ability to conduct supplier audits and drive corrective actions
• Experience with various manufacturing processes (e.g., machining, injection molding, casting, electronics assembly)

• Certified Lead Auditor (e.g., ISO 9001, AS9100)
• Experience with advanced statistical analysis software (e.g., Minitab, JMP)
• Proficiency in a second language relevant to global supply chains (e.g., Mandarin, Spanish, German)
• Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification
• Experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems for quality management (e.g., SAP QM, Oracle QMS)

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If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out at https://www.thepivotgroup.org. The Pivot Group Network offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.