Sr Supplier Quality Engineer

360 Recruiter Accelerator; Maple Grove (MN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Tuition assistance

Disability insurance

Job summary

A specialized recruiting firm is seeking a detail-oriented Sr. Quality Engineer for their Quality Assurance team in Maple Grove, Minnesota. The role involves managing supplier quality to ensure compliance and enhance relationships. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Quality Assurance and experience with PPAP and FMEA processes. Benefits include medical and vision insurance, 401(k), and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar quality assurance role in manufacturing.
• Strong hands-on experience with PPAP and FMEA processes.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough supplier assessments and audits.
• Collaborate with suppliers to drive quality improvements.
• Facilitate PPAP process and ensure timely documentation.

Skills

PPAP knowledge

FMEA experience

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Quality Assurance

Tools

Quality management systems (ISO 9001, IATF 16949)

Job description

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Base pay range

$100,000.00/yr - $120,000.00/yr

Additional compensation types

• Annual Bonus
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Our client is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Sr. Quality Engineer to join their Quality Assurance team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing supplier quality to ensure compliance with company standards and customer requirements. With a focus on PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) and FMEA (Failure Modes and Effects Analysis), the Supplier Quality Engineer will play a critical role in maintaining product quality and enhancing supplier relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough supplier assessments and audits to evaluate performance and compliance.
• Collaborate with suppliers to drive improvements in quality and process efficiency.
• Facilitate the PPAP process, ensuring timely submission and approval of documentation.
• Perform FMEA to identify potential failure modes and implement corrective actions to mitigate risks.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including engineering, purchasing, and production, to resolve quality issues.
• Monitor supplier performance metrics and generate reports for management review.
• Participate in supplier selection and qualification processes.
• Provide technical support and guidance to suppliers on quality-related issues.
• Lead root cause analysis and problem‑solving efforts for supplier-related non‑conformances.
• Ensure continuous improvement by implementing best practices and lessons learned.

What we are seeking

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Assurance, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Supplier Quality Engineer or in a similar quality assurance role in manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge and hands‑on experience with PPAP and FMEA processes.
• Familiarity with quality management systems and standards (e.g., ISO 9001, IATF 16949).
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with suppliers and internal teams.
• Detail‑oriented and capable of managing multiple projects and priorities.
• Proficiency in quality assurance tools and methodologies.
• Ability to travel to supplier locations as required.

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Quality Assurance

Inferred from the description for this job

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Tuition assistance
• Disability insurance