Sr. Supplier Quality Engineer

Regal Rexnord Corp; Downers Grove (IL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401k with matching

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Life and AD&D insurance

Job summary

Regal Rexnord Corp. is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer for the Aerospace plant in the Downers Grove area. The role reports to the Quality Assurance Department and focuses on supplier quality issues, developing supplier capabilities, and enhancing the existing quality program.

You will support daily quality problem-solving, drive corrective actions, and lead supplier development activities to prevent recurrence. Significant interaction with suppliers and internal teams is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• 5–10 years in Supplier Quality Assurance.
• Knowledge of AS9100/ISO 9001.
• Willingness to travel 5–10%.

Responsibilities

• Use data-driven methods to improve key quality metrics (PPM, scrap, customer satisfaction).
• Coordinate root cause analysis and corrective actions with suppliers.
• Lead material review board reviews for nonconforming product.
• Conduct supplier audits and assessments.
• Develop receiving inspection plans.
• Lead qualification plans for outsourcing and supplier changes.
• Define supplier quality system requirements per customer needs.
• Foster a culture of quality at the source.
• Identify and drive continuous improvement at the facility and supplier locations.

Skills

Problem solving

Root cause analysis

APQP with suppliers

Lean manufacturing

Time management

Project management

Multitasking

Manufacturing experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Work Model: This is a fully onsite role, with work performed at your designated Regal Rexnord office.

Regal Rexnord Aerospace supplies high performance spherical and cylindrical bearings, mechanical seals, gears, and electrical components to commercial air transport markets. Our products are engineered to meet stringent requirements and are specified in engine systems, flight control systems, landing gear systems, and airframe structures. Our global customer base includes major engine and airframe OEMs, tier suppliers, and aircraft operators.

Brief Description

This Engineering role reports to the Quality Assurance Department at Regal Rexnord's Aerospace plant in the Downers Grove suburb of Chicago (northwest suburbs). This aerospace plant is walking distance to the Metra Train Station.

The Supplier Quality Engineer provides support and assistance to all departments in Quality related issues in addition to assistance in improving the quality system and supporting quality programs.

This Quality Engineer role will be focused on working with our suppliers to solve immediate quality issues as well as lead supplier development activities. In this position, you can make immediate contributions in enhancing the current quality program by providing daily support in Quality related issues.

Key Accountabilities

• Utilize data driven problem solving methods to improve key quality metrics such as internal and external PPM, Scrap and Customer Satisfaction.
• Facilitating suppliers in the collection, compilation, and data analysis necessary to determine both root cause and corrective action to prevent recurrence.
• Conduct reviews of nonconforming product as part of the material review board.
• Conduct supplier audits and assessments.
• Develop and refine receiving inspection plans.
• Develop and lead qualification plans for outsourcing and supplier change activities.
• Develop supplier quality system requirements in alignment with related customer requirements.
• Drive a culture of quality at the source whereby all associates assume ownership for the quality of their work, services, and products.
• Assist in identifying and driving continuous improvement opportunities within the facility and at our suppliers' locations.

Capabilities and Success Factors

• This position requires the applicant to be a US Person with a US permanent residence. A US Person is a US Citizen or Green card holder.
• Bachelor's degree in an Engineering discipline.
• 5 - 10 years of Supplier Quality Assurance work experience.
• Able to support at least 5-10% domestic travel: vendor audits.
• An in-depth understanding of applicable quality systems; e.g., AS9100 or ISO9001.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel & PowerPoint.
• 5 - 10 years of experience conducting root cause analysis and formal problem‑solving techniques.
• Experience facilitating the use of Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) tools with suppliers (including SPC, GR&R, DOE, FMEA, Control Plans, Cpk, GD&T, DMAIC, First Article Inspection).
• Demonstrated success in the ability to consistently multitask.
• Demonstrated proficiency in time and project management.
• 5 - 10 years of experience in various manufacturing environments such as machining, brazing, stamping, and finishing.
• Understanding of conventional measurement methods applicable to the inspection of purchased components and secondary processes.
• Capable of interpreting engineering part drawings including Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing.
• Experience working in a lean manufacturing or continuous improvement environment is desirable.
• Demonstrated career advancement with increasing accountability.

Compensation Details

$95,000 - $125,000

The salary range provided is intended to display the value of the company's base pay compensation for all statewide locations across the United States. Salary is dependent on a multitude of factors, including but not limited to the physical worksite location, candidate's skill set, level of experience, education and internal peer compensation comparisons.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Coverage
• Spending accounts (HSA, Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA)
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• 401k Retirement Plan with Matching Employer Contributions
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Paid Leaves
• Tuition Assistance

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Regal Rexnord is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status (unless required by the applicable law or government contract), disability or protected veteran status or any other status or characteristic protected by law. Regal Rexnord is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are committed to building a team that represents diverse and inclusive backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. If you'd like to view a copy of the company's affirmative action plan for protected veterans/individuals with disabilities or policy statement, please email [e-mail]. If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please e‑mail [e-mail].

Notification to Agencies

Please note that Regal Rexnord Corporation and its affiliates and subsidiaries ("Regal Rexnord") do not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from third‑party recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement or similar contract and approval from HR to submit resumes for a specific requisition, Regal Rexnord will not consider or approve payment to any third‑parties for hires made.