Supplier Quality Engineer
Core
Ensuring supplier quality conformance, managing supplier performance, and supporting new product launches for hydraulic components.
Role type
Supplier Quality Engineer
Builds
Hydraulic components and systems
Domain
Manufacturing / Hydraulics
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, GD&T, Root Cause Analysis, 8D reports, ISO 9001/14001 auditing, manufacturing process knowledge (machining/assembly)
Preferred skills
Six Sigma, DOE, Project Management, heat treating/plating/anodizing knowledge
Technologies
None explicitly listed
Responsibilities
Define and communicate Supplier Quality Assurance Manual requirements; qualify new suppliers and manage existing supplier performance; develop and implement follow-up mechanisms for quality improvement; support PPAP documentation and approval processes; provide feedback on rejected submissions; monitor supplier performance metrics (impact, quality, delivery, cost); assist in Design for Manufacturing optimization; represent supply base in APQP activities.
Seniority
Mid-level (3-5 years experience)