Supply Quality Engineer (Immediate Joiner/15 days Notice)

Omnex; Krishnagiri District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Omnex in Chennai is seeking an experienced Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) with 5–7 years of hands-on experience in supplier quality management, development, and audits. The role involves leading supplier audits, including VDA 6.3, and driving CAPA and continuous improvement at supplier sites.

You will collaborate with Purchase, Engineering, Production, and Quality teams to resolve supplier-related issues and support APQP/PPAP activities. Travel to supplier locations is required.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of experience in Supplier Quality Engineering (SQE).
• Strong experience in Supplier Quality Management and Supplier Development.
• Experience in conducting and managing Supplier Audits including VDA 6.3, System, Process and Capacity Audits.
• Knowledge of APQP, PPAP, FMEA, Control Plan, MSA and SPC.

Responsibilities

• Manage and monitor supplier quality performance and ensure compliance with customer and organizational quality requirements.
• Conduct Supplier Development activities to improve supplier quality, processes, and overall performance.
• Plan and conduct Supplier Audits including VDA 6.3 Process, System, and Process Audits; assess capacity.
• Evaluate supplier manufacturing processes and identify potential quality and process risks.
• Prepare detailed audit reports, findings and improvement plans; support CAPA and corrective actions.
• Travel to supplier locations for audits, quality improvement activities, and issue resolution.

Skills

SQE

Supplier Development

Supplier Audits

VDA 6.3

APQP/PPAP

8D/ CAPA

Root Cause Analysis

FMEA/ Control Plan

MSA/ SPC

Communication

Job description

Position: Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE)

Experience: 5 7 Years

Industry: Automotive / Manufacturing

Location: Chennai

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) with 5–6 years of strong experience in Supplier Quality Engineering, Supplier Development, Supplier Audits, and Quality Improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and monitor supplier quality performance and ensure compliance with customer and organizational quality requirements.
• Conduct Supplier Development activities to improve supplier quality, processes, and overall performance.
• Plan and conduct Supplier Audits, including:
  • VDA 6.3 Process Audits
  • System Audits
  • Process Audits
  • Capacity Audits
• Evaluate supplier manufacturing processes and identify potential quality and process risks.
• Conduct VDA 6.3 audits and prepare detailed audit reports, findings, and improvement plans.
• Support supplier development through process improvement, quality system enhancement, and manufacturing capability improvement.
• Conduct capacity assessments to ensure suppliers have adequate manufacturing capacity to meet production requirements.
• Review supplier processes for compliance with quality standards, specifications, control plans, and customer requirements.
• Work closely with Purchase, Engineering, Production, and Quality teams to resolve supplier-related issues.
• Participate in supplier selection, evaluation, development, and periodic performance reviews.
• Ensure suppliers maintain required quality documentation and process controls.
• Support new product development and APQP/PPAP activities with suppliers, wherever applicable.
• Travel to supplier locations for audits, quality improvement activities, and issue resolution.

Required Skills & Experience

• 5 – 7 years of relevant experience in Supplier Quality Engineering (SQE).
• Strong hands-on experience in Supplier Quality Management and Supplier Development.
• Strong experience in conducting and managing Supplier Audits.
• Hands-on experience in VDA 6.3 Process Audits.
• Experience in:
  • System Audits
  • Process Audits
  • Capacity Audits
  • Supplier Performance Audits
• Good knowledge of Root Cause Analysis and Problem Solving.
• Knowledge of 8D, 5 Why, Fishbone Analysis, and CAPA.
• Good understanding of APQP, PPAP, FMEA, Control Plan, MSA, and SPC.
• Ability to identify process risks and drive corrective actions at supplier locations.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and supplier-handling skills.
• Good communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to travel to supplier locations as required.

Key Competencies

.Key CompetenciesSupplier Quality Engineering | Supplier Development | Supplier Management | VDA 6.3 | System Audit | Process Audit | Capacity Audit | Supplier Audit | APQP | PPAP | PFMEA | Control Plan | 8D |