Sr. Supplier Quality Engineer

Generac Power Systems; Town of Eagle (WI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Generac Power Systems Inc. in Eagle, WI seeks a Senior Supplier Quality Engineer to manage supplier quality activities at the Eagle facility and act as the liaison between plant and suppliers.

You will improve supplier performance, lead 8D, root cause analysis, and drive corrective actions to ensure successful product launches. The role collaborates with Quality, Engineering, Procurement, Global Sourcing, and SQA teams to implement PPAP, APQP, PFMEA, and ISO processes, supporting NPI and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with 5+ years in a supplier quality role at an OEM.
• Experience with PPAP, APQP, PFMEA and ISO quality systems.
• Proven track record of leading corrective actions and supplier development.
• Proficiency in manufacturing quality data analysis and problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Manage internal and external supplier quality issues for the plant.
• Support supplier corrective actions and PPAP projects with NPI and Global Sourcing.
• Perform supplier audits, evaluate performance and drive improvement plans.
• Lead 8D problem solving and root cause analysis across suppliers.
• Collaborate with Quality, Engineering and Supply Chain to implement improvements.
• Support PPAP/work with material and planning teams on rejected parts.

Skills

Structured problem solving

Root cause analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Supplier engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

Power BI

SAP

Job description

We believe power is a promise - a shared commitment to be there for others when it matters most.For more than 65 years, we've turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes, strengthen businesses and build a more resilient, efficient, sustainable energy future.Ready to Power a Smarter World with us?The Senior Supplier Quality Engineer will manage supplier quality activities supporting the Eagle manufacturing facility and serve as a key liaison between the plant and internal and external suppliers. This role partners closely with Quality, Engineering, Procurement, Corporate Supplier Quality and Global Sourcing to improve supplier performance, resolve component quality issues and support successful product and component launches.The Senior Supplier Quality Engineer will lead structured problem-solving activities using corrective action, root cause analysis and 8D methodologies and will work directly with suppliers to drive sustainable improvements. This position will also support supplier audits, PPAP activities, dimensional and quality documentation, shop floor quality performance and supplier development initiatives.This is a highly collaborative, plant focused role with strong visibility across Operations, Quality, Engineering and Supply Chain as the Eagle facility continues to grow and expand its manufacturing capabilities.What will make you successful in this roleYou are comfortable working directly with suppliers and manufacturing teams to solve complex quality issues. You bring a structured approach to problem solving, understand how quality issues affect production and can move comfortably between the shop floor, supplier conversations and cross functional discussions. Experience with 8D, Six Sigma, supplier audits, manufacturing quality data and tools such as Power BI will help you be successful in this position.Responsibilities:Manage internal and external supplier quality issues for assigned plantSupport the facility Quality Managers with follow up to supplier corrective actions;Support New Product Introduction and Global Sourcing with PPAP projects;Participate in continuous improvement activities.Manage quality issues associated with purchased parts and sister facility parts including initial contact, containment and permanent corrective action;Conduct audits, evaluate performance, develop action plans and provide recommendations for the purpose of improving performance at suppliers;Participate in continuous improvement activities;Support NPI at the plant level by evaluating part fit up and PPAPWork with corporate supplier quality and sourcing group to identify and execute opportunities of supplier developmentManage supplier change management request at the plant levelExecute MRB process working with material, manufacturing and planning team for rejected supplier partsMinimum Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in Engineering;5+ years of experience in a SQE role with an OEM company;3-5 years of experience working in Quality Assurance in a plant or supplier quality role;2+ year of experience working with PPAP procedures, APQP (Control Plan & PFMEA), PPAP and ISO;Experienced working in production plant with assembly processPreferred Qualifications:Experience working with international companies and in matrix organizations;Certified Quality Engineer;Certified Six Sigma Green Belt;Certified Quality Auditor;Previous Experience using SAP or equivalent ERPPhysical Demands:While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. Specific conditions of this job include are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision and ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel“We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.”