Supplier Development Engineer

Milacron; Batavia Township (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Milacron is seeking a Supplier Development Engineer to strengthen supplier delivery and quality in Batavia, Ohio. You will drive supplier development initiatives, audits, corrective actions, and cross-functional collaboration across Procurement, Engineering, Operations, and Quality.

The role involves leading 8D/A3/5-Why problem solving, conducting supplier process audits, and applying ISO9001/14001 quality tools. Travel domestically and internationally may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field.
• 4+ years in supplier development or related manufacturing quality role.
• Experience with 8D, A3, and 5-Why.
• Reading engineering drawings and applying GD&T.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001/14001, SPC, FMEA, Control Plans, MSA, PPAP, and FAI.

Responsibilities

• Lead supplier performance improvement initiatives for assigned suppliers, commodities, or regions.
• Monitor, analyze, and report supplier performance metrics including on-time delivery, non-conformance rates, and CAPA closures.
• Serve as the technical contact for assigned suppliers and manage day-to-day supplier relationships.
• Lead supplier corrective actions using 8D, A3, and 5-Why.
• Conduct supplier manufacturing process and quality system audits and drive corrective actions to closure.
• Lead supplier development projects focused on capability improvement and process capability studies.
• Apply quality tools (SPC, FMEA, Control Plans, MSA, PPAP, FAI) during evaluations and reviews.
• Support onboarding and coaching of new Supplier Development team members.

Skills

Structured problem-solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

GD&T

SPC

FMEA

Control Plans

MSA

PPAP

FAI

8D / A3 / 5-Why

Job description

Milacron is looking for a Supplier Development Engineer to join our team in Batavia, Ohio. In this position, you will be responsible for improving supplier delivery and quality performance across an assigned portfolio of suppliers, commodities, or regions while driving supplier development initiatives, audits, corrective actions, and cross-functional collaboration.

Work You’ll Do

• Independently lead supplier performance improvement initiatives for assigned suppliers, commodities, or regions.
• Monitor, analyze, and report supplier performance metrics including on-time delivery, non-conformance rates, and corrective action closure.
• Serve as the primary technical point of contact for assigned suppliers and manage day-to-day supplier relationships.
• Lead supplier corrective actions using structured problem-solving methodologies such as 8D, A3, and 5-Why.
• Conduct supplier manufacturing process and quality system audits, document findings, and drive corrective actions to closure.
• Lead supplier development projects focused on capability improvement, process capability studies, and resourcing support.
• Apply quality engineering tools including SPC, FMEA, Control Plans, Measurement System Analysis (MSA), PPAP, and FAI during supplier evaluations and process reviews.
• Support safe launch activities for new suppliers and newly sourced parts, including qualification and certification processes.
• Collaborate with Procurement, Engineering, Operations, and Quality teams to resolve supplier-related technical issues and maintain continuity of supply.
• Support onboarding and coaching of new Supplier Development team members and share best practices across assigned commodities or regions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Technical, Supply Chain, or related field; Engineering degree preferred.
• 4+ years of experience in Supplier Development, Supplier Quality, Manufacturing Quality Engineering, or a related manufacturing environment.
• Experience with structured problem-solving methods such as 8D, A3, and 5-Why.
• Experience reading engineering drawings, applying GD&T, and conducting supplier/process quality audits.
• Working knowledge of quality tools and standards, including ISO 9001/14001, SPC, FMEA, Control Plans, MSA, PPAP, and FAI.
• Experience working cross-functionally across Engineering, Manufacturing, Procurement, Operations, and Quality.
• Casting, fabrication, machining, and/or high-mix, low-volume manufacturing experience preferred.
• Strong project management, communication, and supplier relationship skills.
• Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed.

Who We Are

Milacron is a global industrial leader in the manufacturing and distribution of highly engineered and customized injection molding and extrusion solutions, and aftermarket parts and service for the plastics processing industry. The company’s 1,900+ associates worldwide collaborate to serve a diverse range of end-markets, such as automotive, construction, medical, telecommunications, material handling, packaging, and much more. With expertise in plastics spanning nearly 60 years, Milacron holds longstanding relationships with more than 27,000 customers around the world. The original equipment provider of plastics manufacturing solutions is the largest US-owned and globally served of its kind. Headquartered in Batavia, OH, Milacron’s global footprint is also serviced through regional facilities in Asia, Europe, and South America.

Eeo

The policy of Milacron is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status. We are committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and offer opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us at [e-mail]. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.