Sr. Supplier Quality Engineer

Detector Electronics; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 105,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Career development

Job summary

Det-Tronics, a global technology leader in life safety, is seeking a Sr. Supplier Quality Engineer in Minneapolis to champion supplier quality across the supply chain and during New Product Development.

This full-time role focuses on building a robust supplier base, leading quality reviews, and ensuring quality is designed into parts and processes. Responsibilities include leading supplier quality meetings, analyzing CPk data, driving continuous improvement, and collaborating with Engineering

Qualifications

• Bachelors in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing/ Industrial Engineering, or related Technical Field
• 5+ years of experience in Manufacturing Industries as Supplier Quality Engineer
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

• Develop robust supply base with the Supply Chain team
• Lead supplier quality meetings, supplier issue resolution, and drive continuous improvement
• Collaborate with Engineering, Supply Chain and Operations on NPD ensuring quality designed into parts and processes
• Oversee new part validation including FAI, incoming inspection requirements, and CPk data verification
• Develop supplier scorecards and KPIs and drive corrective actions with suppliers

Skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelors in Eng

Tools

Minitab

MS Excel

Power BI

JDE or SAP

Job description

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Sr. Supplier Quality Engineer

Quality- Resil Proj. Full Time Quality Engrg: Prof US - Minn, Minneapolis, MN, US

Salary Range: $105,000.00 To $135,000.00 Annually

Det-Tronics is a global technology leader in industrial life safety, delivering advanced flame and gas detection, automation control and hazard mitigation solutions that help save lives, protect valuable assets and safeguard critical operations. With more than 50 years of experience, we serve mission-critical environments across offshore and onshore energy, gas turbines, clean energy, and industrial and defense markets. Our engineering expertise, rigorously tested products and global service capabilities help customers address complex safety challenges in some of the world’s most demanding environments. At Det-Tronics, our work has a clear purpose: advancing life safety technology to protect people, preserve assets and support reliable operations around the world.

Det-Tronics is looking for an experienced, process driven, results oriented, high performing Sr. Supplier Quality Engineer to champion Supplier Quality in our organization.

Job Responsibilities

• Work with the Supply Chain team to develop robust supply base.
• Lead regularly scheduled Supplier Quality meetings , supplier issue resolution, and drive continuous improvement
• Partner with Supply Chain for Supplier sourcing, qualification, selection , and development
• Work closely with Engineering, Supply Chain, and Operations on all stages of New Product Development, ensuring q uality is designed into the parts and the processes
• Oversee new part validation process, including FAI, setting up incoming inspection requirements, and verification of Cpk data
• Develop Supplier Scorecard, track KPIs, and work with suppliers on action plans to improve performance
• Lead technical reviews of new components and existing components with Supplier and Engineering
• Audit and assess Suppliers’ Processes on regular basis, which includes some (~10-15%) travel
• Act as quality leader in organization
• Participate as a member of the Material Review Board
• Advocate for process focused approach for all functions
• Enable culture change from a reactive approach to Quality to a proactive approach to Quality
• Help drive reduction in Det-Tronics Cost of Poor Quality
• Other duties asassigned.

Required Qualification

• Bachelors in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing/ Industrial Engineering, or related Technical Field
• 5+ years or more experience in Manufacturing Industries as Supplier Quality Engineer

Preferred Qualification

• Statistical Analysis (Capability Analysis)
• Strong knowledge of GD&T
• Corrective Action and Preventive Action (CAPA)
• Design for Manufacturability (DFM) Review
• Working with Purchasing/ Sourcing Team to establish and maintain a Supplier Quality Scorecard
• Supplier DPPM and Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ) Calculation
• MSA (Measurement System Analysis)
• PPAP
• APQP
• Control Plan
• FMEA

Additional Preferences

• Knowledge/ Familiarity with AIAG Standard
• Process Audit Knowledge
• Proficiency in Minitab, MS Excel & Power BI
• Certified Lean six sigma Green Belt or Black Belt
• Project Management Skill
• Experience with MRP System ( JDE or SAP )

Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and an open attitude for continuous improvement. Ability to perform under stress and meet project timelines, to work cooperatively and respectfully with others, to lead others using project planning skills and documentation. Must be able to perform essential job functions safely and work within established company guidelines.

Why Join Us?

• Work with a globally respected brand in life safety
• Influence strategic decisions at the executive level
• Drive innovation and transformation in a high-growth environment
• Enjoy development opportunities within a dynamic, private equity-backed company

At Det-Tronics, we believe in taking care of our people. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans with company contributions
• Financial Security: 401(k) retirement plan with company match, life and disability insurance
• Time Off: Generous paid time off (PTO), holidays, and flexible scheduling options
• Professional Growth: Career development programs, training opportunities, and tuition reimbursement
• Employee Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness resources, and global mobility support
• Ownership Culture: Participation in our Ownership Program, empowering employees to share in our success

Ready to shape the future of industrial safety?