Senior Supplier Quality Engineer: Drive Defect Reduction

KiddeFenwal; Ashland (MA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

KiddeFenwal is seeking a motivated Supplier Quality Engineer to support incoming inspection and supplier quality initiatives in Ashland, MA. You will inspect materials, lead supplier qualification, and drive CAPA and PPAP activities with cross-functional teams.

The role requires strong measuring-tool proficiency, GD&T know-how, and experience with ISO 9001 quality systems. Join a global leader in fire suppression and safety controls focused on quality and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering or related field.
• 2–4 years in supplier quality, manufacturing quality, or inspection.
• Experience inspecting machined, forged, and cast components; GD&T proficient.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 and quality tools (APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plans).

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and first article inspections using precision tools.
• Support incoming inspection activities to ensure materials meet requirements.
• Manage supplier quality issues identified during inspection or on the shop floor.
• Access information in ERP, review drawings, and process transactions.
• Evaluate nonconforming products, assess impact, and coordinate CAPA.
• Lead supplier qualification and PPAP requirements.
• Coordinate FAI, process qualification, control plans, and Gauge R&R studies.
• Generate supplier KPIs and quarterly scorecards.
• Identify underperforming suppliers and drive improvements.
• Support supplier development and transition activities.
• Lead root cause investigations and 8D actions.
• Manage supplier quality program and drive process improvements.

Skills

GD&T knowledge

Inspection and measurement

Root cause analysis / 8D

Quality systems knowledge

ERP & Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

CMMs

Calipers

Micrometers

Thread gauges

Optical comparators

Job description

KiddeFenwal is seeking a motivated Supplier Quality Engineer to support incoming inspection and supplier quality initiatives in Ashland, MA. You will inspect materials, lead supplier qualification, and drive CAPA and PPAP activities with cross-functional teams.

The role requires strong measuring-tool proficiency, GD&T know-how, and experience with ISO 9001 quality systems. Join a global leader in fire suppression and safety controls focused on quality and continuous improvement.