Supplier Quality Engineer

Actalent; Bossier City (LA); On-site; USD 59,237,000 - 72,847,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k)

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

HSA

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to oversee supplier quality performance and initial inspection for incoming parts in an industrial manufacturing setting. The role focuses on electrical components and requires strong problem‑solving skills and expertise in quality tools.

Responsibilities include leading supplier quality processes, conducting root cause analyses, and guiding PPAP activities to ensure conformity and continuous improvement across supplier networks.

Qualifications

• Experience in supplier quality engineering within an industrial manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on experience managing supplier quality processes and performance oversight.
• Proficiency with CAPA, 5 Why, 8D, and root cause analysis.
• Experience with inspection control and initial inspection processes for parts and materials.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 quality management systems and their application in manufacturing.
• Experience working with electrical components in production environments.
• Ability to interpret and apply GD&T in inspection.
• Experience with PPAP for validating new or modified supplier components.
• Demonstrated ability to develop, implement, and improve supplier quality processes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a structured corrective/preventive approach.

Responsibilities

• Manage supplier quality performance to meet internal standards and customer requirements.
• Lead initial inspection process for incoming parts and materials to verify conformance.
• Create, implement, and continuously improve supplier quality processes and procedures.
• Apply problem-solving methodologies (8D, 5 Why) to address quality issues.
• Conduct root cause analysis to identify and eliminate defects.
• Develop corrective actions to prevent recurrence and improve supplier performance.
• Utilize CAPA processes to resolve quality problems and drive improvement.
• Perform inspection control activities to maintain quality of supplier parts/materials.
• Use 8D reporting to document and track supplier quality issues.
• Manage PPAP activities with suppliers to validate new or changed components.
• Collaborate with suppliers on quality expectations and GD&T interpretations.
• Ensure alignment with ISO 9001 requirements.
• Support manufacturing operations with reliable conforming components.
• Monitor and report supplier quality metrics and trends.

Skills

Supplier quality

Supplier management

CAPA

5 Why

8D

Root cause

ISO 9001

GD&T

PPAP

Electrical components

Inspection control

Job description

Job Title: Supplier Quality Engineer

Job Description

The Supplier Quality Engineer oversees the quality performance of all suppliers, manages the initial inspection of incoming parts and materials, and develops robust processes to ensure consistent supplier quality within an industrial manufacturing environment. This role focuses on electrical components and requires strong problem-solving skills and expertise in quality tools and standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee the performance and quality of all suppliers to ensure compliance with internal standards and customer requirements.
• Lead and manage the initial inspection process for all incoming parts and materials to verify conformance to specifications.
• Create, implement, and continuously improve processes and procedures related to supplier quality management.
• Apply structured problem-solving methodologies, including the 8 Disciplines of problem solving, to address supplier-related quality issues.
• Conduct root cause analysis using tools such as 5 Why to identify and eliminate underlying causes of defects and nonconformities.
• Develop and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence of quality issues and improve supplier performance.
• Utilize CAPA (Corrective and Preventive Actions) processes to systematically resolve quality problems and drive continuous improvement.
• Perform inspection control activities to ensure consistent quality checks on parts and materials received from suppliers.
• Use 8D reporting and other quality tools to document, communicate, and track the resolution of supplier quality issues.
• Manage PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) activities with suppliers to validate new or changed components before production.
• Collaborate with suppliers on quality expectations, standards, and improvement initiatives, particularly for electrical components.
• Interpret and apply GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) in the evaluation of parts and materials during inspection.
• Ensure supplier quality processes align with ISO 9001 requirements and support overall quality management system objectives.
• Support industrial manufacturing operations by maintaining reliable supply of conforming components and materials.
• Monitor and report on supplier quality metrics and trends, recommending actions to improve performance and reduce defects.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience in supplier quality engineering or supplier quality management within an industrial manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on experience managing supplier quality processes, including supplier management and performance oversight.
• Strong background in quality tools such as CAPA, 5 Why, 8D, and root cause analysis.
• Experience with inspection control and initial inspection processes for parts and materials.
• Practical knowledge of ISO 9001 quality management systems and their application in manufacturing.
• Experience working with electrical components in a production or supplier quality context.
• Ability to interpret and apply GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) in inspection and quality evaluations.
• Proficiency in PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) for validating new or modified supplier components.
• Demonstrated ability to develop, implement, and improve supplier quality processes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a structured approach to corrective and preventive actions.

Work Environment

This role operates within a manufacturing environment focused on industrial production and the expansion of product lines. The workplace involves regular interaction with production areas, inspection stations, and supplier-related activities. The company is growing and has significant expansion plans, which will create additional product lines and opportunities for professional development and increased responsibility.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Bossier City, LA.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $43.27 - $52.88/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Bossier City,LA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Oct 8, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

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