Supplier Quality & Development Engineer – Lean & CI

BITZER Scroll; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

BITZER Scroll is seeking a Supplier Quality & Development Engineer to strengthen supplier quality, drive continuous improvement, and ensure suppliers meet our quality, delivery, and technical requirements.

The role reports to the Supply Chain Manager and involves leading supplier assessments, quality audits, and development initiatives across our manufacturing partners. Travel up to 25% is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field (or equivalent).
• 3–5 years in Supplier Quality/Development or related engineering function.
• 3–5 years conducting quality or supplier audits.
• Six Sigma Green Belt certification or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement principles.
• Experience with SPC, Minitab, process capability, and statistical data analysis.
• Working knowledge of engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Experience with machining, metal fabrication, and welding.
• Knowledge of AIAG quality processes and standards.
• Experience with SAP and Microsoft Office.
• Strong problem-solving skills and structured corrective-action methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement supplier quality objectives aligned with company goals and quality standards.
• Lead supplier development and continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen methodologies.
• Conduct supplier assessments, quality audits, and process evaluations for new and existing suppliers.
• Analyze supplier performance using SPC, process capability studies, Minitab, and other quality tools.
• Identify, investigate, and resolve supplier quality issues through root-cause analysis and corrective action.
• Lead or coordinate 8D, 5 Why, Fishbone/Ishikawa, CAPA, and NCR activities.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Purchasing to ensure supplier milestones and quality deliverables.
• Monitor supplier quality performance and communicate significant issues and risks to management.
• Develop and deliver quality training for supplier and subcontractor personnel.
• Maintain accurate quality records, reports, and documentation.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Kaizen

Root cause analysis

Cross-functional teamwork

Travel readiness

Quality problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Minitab

SPC

GD&T

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

BITZER Scroll is seeking a Supplier Quality & Development Engineer to strengthen supplier quality, drive continuous improvement, and ensure suppliers meet our quality, delivery, and technical requirements.

The role reports to the Supply Chain Manager and involves leading supplier assessments, quality audits, and development initiatives across our manufacturing partners. Travel up to 25% is required.