Senior Supplier Quality Engineer – PPAP & Continuous Improvement

Systems, LLC - Poweramp | DLM; Town of Germantown (WI); On-site; USD 77,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Chamberlain Group is seeking a Quality Engineer to analyze supplier capabilities, lead supplier quality assessments, and manage PPAP protocol across assigned categories. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with the company strategy and product needs, while driving continuous improvement and supplier performance.

The role requires 4+ years in Quality Engineering, strong analytical skills, and advanced English proficiency; travel up to 25% domestically and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or technical related field, Business or Supply Chain.
• 4+ years of experience in Quality Engineering.
• Working knowledge of APQP.
• Working Knowledge and Application of Lean Manufacturing, DFM, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, Total Cost of Ownership, Suppler Diversity & Sustainability/Regulatory compliance
• Ability to work in an environment that embraces cross-functional collaborative team driven results
• Working knowledge of LSS; belt preferred
• Strong analytical skills and technical market analysis experience
• Strong communication skills
• Advanced English proficiency

Responsibilities

• Analyze supplier capabilities; develop and maintain supplier quality metrics; conduct studies and audits of supplier processes and products
• Lead the Supplier Quality Assessment program for the assigned category; involving a cross-functional team to ensure proper alignment to the Chamberlain Group strategy, business and product needs
• Identify PPAP Level and dimensional requirements on the component quality plan when a new PPAP is required
• Recommend disposition of non-conforming product from suppliers through the MRB meetings
• Review, approve and follow-up on SCAR responses related to audit findings, nonconforming product, or overall supplier performance to ensure effective resolution
• Oversee and manage the PPAP protocol process
• Analyze metric tools to identify opportunities and drive continuous quality improvement in their respective commodities
• Identify opportunities for component inspection reduction while participating in cross-functional teams to continuously improve product quality from suppliers
• Provide technical support to IQC in defining inspection protocols when required
• Conduct monthly performance reviews with supply base
• Protect Chamberlain Group’s reputation by keeping information confidential
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies
• Contribute to the team effort by accomplishing related results and participating on projects as needed
• Comply with health and safety guidelines and rules; managers should also ensure compliance across their teams.

Skills

APQP

Lean Manufacturing

DFM

Kaizen

Value Stream Mapping

Total Cost of Ownership

Supplier Diversity & Sustainability

Regulatory compliance

Cross-functional teamwork

LSS belt preferred

Analytical skills

Strong communicator

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or technical related field, Business or Supply Chain

Tools

PPAP protocol

Job description

Chamberlain Group is seeking a Quality Engineer to analyze supplier capabilities, lead supplier quality assessments, and manage PPAP protocol across assigned categories. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with the company strategy and product needs, while driving continuous improvement and supplier performance.

The role requires 4+ years in Quality Engineering, strong analytical skills, and advanced English proficiency; travel up to 25% domestically and