Global Supplier Quality Engineer: Audit & Improvement

R.L. Barclay & Associates; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

R.L. Barclay & Associates is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer in Omaha, Nebraska to ensure material and component quality, lead supplier qualification, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives. The role collaborates with Engineering, Purchasing, and Operations to resolve issues and drive adherence to ISO quality standards.

The position reports to the Quality Assurance Manager, supports supplier development, and requires up to 60% travel for project needs domestically and internationally.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or related technical field from a four-year college or university; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in supplier quality engineering, quality assurance, or related field.
• Working knowledge of quality tools and methodologies such as PPAP, FMEA, SPC, 8D, and root cause analysis.
• Experience with ISO 9001, IATF 16949, or other industry quality standards.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to interface with internal teams and external suppliers.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Develops, implements, and maintains supplier quality assurance standards, processes, and procedures.
• Conducts on-site supplier audits to assess quality management systems and process capability.
• Leads supplier qualification activities including initial assessments, process validation, and approval.
• Manages supplier performance metrics and scorecards; regularly reviews results and drives improvement initiatives with suppliers.
• Investigates, analyzes, and resolves supplier quality issues using root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action methodologies (e.g., 8D, 5-Why, Fishbone).
• Works cross-functionally with Engineering, Purchasing, and Operations to resolve non-conforming material issues.
• Reviews and approves supplier PPAPs, FAI reports, and other quality documentation as required.
• Supports the development and execution of supplier improvement plans and monitors implementation.
• Collaborates with suppliers to achieve process improvements, reduce variation, and ensure compliance with company and regulatory standards (ISO 9001, 14001, REACH/RoHS etc.).
• Maintains accurate records of supplier audits, corrective actions, and ongoing performance.
• Communicates quality expectations and requirements to suppliers.
• Conducts and supports the internal audit process in accordance with ISO 9001, 14001, 45001 standards
• Supports new product introduction and change management processes as they relate to supplier quality.
• Provides training to internal stakeholders on supplier quality-related procedures and best practices.
• Travel domestically and internationally to support supplier development activities, traveling from 40-60% of the time depending on project needs.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

PPAP

FMEA

SPC

8D

Root cause analysis

Job description

R.L. Barclay & Associates is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer in Omaha, Nebraska to ensure material and component quality, lead supplier qualification, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives. The role collaborates with Engineering, Purchasing, and Operations to resolve issues and drive adherence to ISO quality standards.

The position reports to the Quality Assurance Manager, supports supplier development, and requires up to 60% travel for project needs domestically and internationally.