Supplier Quality Engineer
Core
Supplier Quality Engineer responsible for supplier development, qualification, and continuous improvement in manufacturing processes to ensure product quality and compliance.
Role type
Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE)
Builds
Supplier quality systems, qualification packages (PPAP/FAI), and process control plans for manufacturing partners.
Domain
Manufacturing / Quality Engineering
Required skills
Supplier selection and qualification, Quality audits (ISO), PPAP/FAI implementation, Root cause analysis, Statistical process control, Corrective and preventive actions, Design of Experiments, Gage R&R studies, Risk assessment
Preferred skills
Value-Added Engineering (VEA), Continuous Improvement Program (CIP) facilitation, ECO/ECN/SCR implementation, Cross-functional supplier relationship management
Technologies
PPAP, FAI, FMEA, MSA, Gage R&R, ISO standards
Responsibilities
Select and qualify suppliers based on quality, capability, and compliance; Perform quality audits and drive continuous improvement; Implement process controls and validation plans; Troubleshoot quality issues and lead corrective actions; Manage pilot runs and mass production transitions; Analyze supplier performance data and KPIs.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC
