Contract: Supplier Quality Engineer

SSI SCHÄFER; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

SSI SCHÄFER seeks a Supplier Quality Engineer to evaluate supplier capabilities and manufacturing processes, focusing on quality and production readiness. You will collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to identify risks and communicate actionable findings.

Responsibilities include supplier audits, process reviews (including injection molding), tooling evaluation, and driving corrective actions. The role emphasizes analytical thinking, strong communication, and cross-functional teamwork

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in quality engineering or supplier quality.
• Familiar with tooling and injection molding processes and inspection tools.
• Certifications (CQA/CQE, ISO 9001 Lead Auditor) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct supplier capacity audits and production capacity assessments.
• Audit manufacturing processes, including injection molding operations.
• Evaluate tooling and equipment for production readiness.
• Review quality systems and documentation to ensure compliance.
• Perform risk assessments and lead root-cause investigations.
• Support supplier quality management and continuous improvement.
• Prepare clear reports and communicate findings.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical/Industrial/Manufacturing/Quality)

ASQ CQE/CQA or ISO 9001 Lead Auditor certifications preferred

3+ years in quality engineering or supplier quality fields

Tools

Injection molding equipment

Metal injection molding processes

Inspection and measurement tools

Job description

SSI SCHÄFER seeks a Supplier Quality Engineer to evaluate supplier capabilities and manufacturing processes, focusing on quality and production readiness. You will collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to identify risks and communicate actionable findings.

Responsibilities include supplier audits, process reviews (including injection molding), tooling evaluation, and driving corrective actions. The role emphasizes analytical thinking, strong communication, and cross-functional teamwork