Global Supplier Quality Leader — Zero-Defect Excellence

Plexus Corp; Lincolnshire (IL); On-site; USD 87,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

Plexus Corp in Lincolnshire, IL is seeking a Senior Supplier Quality Engineer to drive the Zero Defect Strategy and improve supplier quality for complex programs. You will collaborate with global and regional teams to manage supplier onboarding, material controls, and ASL accuracy.

The role focuses on leading CAPA activities, supplier audits, and advancing supplier quality processes while mentoring Engineers and aligning with QMS standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree with 4+ years related experience preferred.
• ASQ Certification preferred (CQE, CQA, CMQOE).
• Experience with ERP systems (JD Edwards).
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and influence cross-functional, global, and regional teams.
• Proficiency in root cause analysis and corrective/preventative action (CAPA) methodologies.
• Working knowledge of QMS standards and supplier auditing.

Responsibilities

• Executes high-level material and onboarding system management, including overseeing restricted supplier controls and ASL accuracy maintenance.
• Leads supplier corrective action activities across multiple levels of the supply chain using data trends and audit findings.
• Supports development of future Supplier Quality Strategies and mentors SQ Engineers.
• Assists Global SQ managers with system upgrades and improves standard work and procedures.
• Leads preliminary new supplier assessments and onboarding workflows for proper supplier classification.

Skills

Communication

Root cause analysis

CAPA

Cross-functional influence

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

JD Edwards

Job description

Plexus Corp in Lincolnshire, IL is seeking a Senior Supplier Quality Engineer to drive the Zero Defect Strategy and improve supplier quality for complex programs. You will collaborate with global and regional teams to manage supplier onboarding, material controls, and ASL accuracy.

The role focuses on leading CAPA activities, supplier audits, and advancing supplier quality processes while mentoring Engineers and aligning with QMS standards.