Metallurgy Supplier Quality Engineer - Global Field Leader

Wolverine Advanced Materials; Blacksburg (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Wolverine Advanced Materials is seeking an experienced Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) located on site in Blacksburg, VA. This role emphasizes direct engagement with suppliers, focusing on supplier performance and technical authority in metallurgical processes related to metal raw materials.

The SQE will resolve quality issues and manage performance metrics, ensuring supplier compliance with established standards. The ideal candidate has a strong background in IATF standards and significant field experience.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in metallurgical engineering and supplier quality.
• Experience with automotive quality systems including IATF 16949.
• Proven track record managing supplier performance metrics.

Responsibilities

• Own supplier quality performance for assigned metal raw material suppliers.
• Lead technical investigations for complex metal-related quality issues.
• Manage the PPAP process for new and changed metal sources.

Skills

Supplier Quality Management

Metallurgical Expertise

Root Cause Analysis

Quality System Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in metallurgical engineering

Master’s degree in Metallurgy or Materials Engineering

Tools

IATF 16949

APQP

PPAP

Job description

Wolverine Advanced Materials is seeking an experienced Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) located on site in Blacksburg, VA. This role emphasizes direct engagement with suppliers, focusing on supplier performance and technical authority in metallurgical processes related to metal raw materials.

The SQE will resolve quality issues and manage performance metrics, ensuring supplier compliance with established standards. The ideal candidate has a strong background in IATF standards and significant field experience.