Sr. Supplier Quality Engineer

Insight Global; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global in Milwaukee seeks a Senior Supplier Quality & Development Engineer to lead strategic supplier quality initiatives across a global base, focusing on performance, development and continuous improvement in electronics, electromechanical, plastics and related processes.

You will run supplier audits, APQP/PPAP, corrective actions, data analytics, ERP quality tools, and cross‑functional collaboration to resolve issues and drive supply chain excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Materials, or Quality Engineering.
• 7+ years of Supplier Quality, Supplier Development, Quality Engineering, or Quality Assurance experience.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes with expertise in at least two: Electronics, Electromechanical assemblies, Plastics, Welding, Plating, Painting/Coatings.
• Proficient in Six Sigma, APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plans, MSA, and SPC.
• Experience with supplier assessments, audits, and quality management systems.
• Problem-solving, root cause analysis, and statistical analysis skills.
• Experience with Infinity, Minitab, IQX or similar quality software.
• Experience with ERP quality systems such as SAP Quality Notifications or Oracle NCRs.

Responsibilities

• Assess and develop suppliers by evaluating capability, capacity, risk, and performance.
• Conduct supplier audits and implement Supplier Development Plans.
• Plan and execute corrective actions.
• Lead APQP, PPAP, corrective/preventive actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Partner with suppliers and internal stakeholders to resolve technical quality issues and optimize supply chain.
• Drive improvements in supplier quality performance via metrics, analytics, and process control.
• Monitor and report supplier performance across global locations.
• Support resolution of systemic supplier quality concerns to improve customer satisfaction.
• Train suppliers and internal teams in quality tools and best practices.
• Utilize quality software platforms and ERP quality systems to manage data and corrective actions.

Skills

Quality Engineering

Supplier Development

Root Cause Analysis

Six Sigma

APQP/PPAP

Data Analytics

ERP Quality Systems

Auditing

Cross-functional Collaboration

Statistical Analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Infinity

Minitab

IQX

SAP Quality Notifications

Oracle NCRs

Excel

SharePoint

Job description

Job Description

Reporting to the Director of Supplier Quality & Development, the Senior Supplier Quality & Development Engineer is responsible for leading strategic and tactical supplier quality initiatives across a global supply base. This role focuses on driving supplier quality performance, supporting sourcing projects, and executing supplier development activities through technical expertise, quality engineering principles, and continuous improvement methodologies.

The position will primarily support suppliers within electronics, electromechanical assemblies, plastics, and special processes including plating, welding, painting, coatings, and related manufacturing technologies. Additionally, this role will leverage quality systems, data analytics, ERP quality tools, and software applications to drive supplier performance and process improvements.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess and develop suppliers by evaluating capability, capacity, risk, and overall performance.

• Conduct supplier audits and implement Supplier Development

• Plans and corrective actions.

• Lead APQP, PPAP, corrective/preventive actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Partner with suppliers and internal stakeholders to resolve technical quality issues and support supply chain optimization.

• Drive improvements in supplier quality performance through metrics, analytics, and process control.

• Monitor and report supplier performance across global manufacturing locations.

• Support resolution of systemic supplier quality concerns to improve customer satisfaction.

• Train suppliers and internal teams in quality tools, methodologies, and best practices.

• Utilize quality software platforms and ERP quality systems to manage quality data, trends, and corrective actions.

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Skills and Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Materials, Quality Engineering, or related discipline.

• 7+ years of Supplier Quality, Supplier Development, Quality Engineering, or Quality Assurance experience.

• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes with expertise in at least two of the following: Electronics, Electromechanical assemblies, Plastics, Welding, Plating, Painting/Coatings, Other special manufacturing processes

• Proficient in quality tools and methodologies including Six Sigma, APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plans, MSA, and SPC.

• Experience with formal supplier assessments, audits, and quality management systems.

• Demonstrated problem-solving, root cause analysis, and statistical analysis skills.

• Experience with quality software such as Infinity, Minitab, IQX, or similar platforms.

Experience with ERP quality systems such as SAP Quality Notifications, Oracle NCRs, or comparable quality management modules.

• Strong proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and SharePoint.

• Strong analytical, project management, organizational, and communication skills.

• Ability to work effectively across all organizational levels and supplier networks. - Experience in corporate quality, enterprise quality systems, or supplier quality leadership roles.

• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.

• Experience supporting global supplier networks and international manufacturing environments.