Supplier Quality Engineer

Sterling Engineering; Crawfordsville (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Sterling Engineering in Crawfordsville, IN is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to drive supplier performance and resolve manufacturing quality issues. You will lead audits, 8D investigations, and corrective actions while supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

The role requires a strong background in ISO 9001, root cause analysis, CMM programming, and the ability to read drawings, analyze data, and collaborate across functions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field or equivalent experience.
• 5-7+ years of manufacturing quality experience.
• Experience managing supplier quality issues, audits, and corrective actions.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001 quality standards.
• Experience with CMM programming and operation, or comparable CNC experience.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints.
• Experience with root cause analysis, 8D problem-solving, and corrective action processes.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Access, and ERP systems.
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage supplier quality performance, track metrics, and drive supplier improvements.
• Conduct supplier audits and new part approvals.
• Lead root cause analysis, 8D investigations, and corrective actions for supplier and production quality issues.
• Evaluate nonconforming materials and determine dispositions.
• Develop and implement CMM measurement programs and train quality technicians.
• Analyze quality data using statistical methods to identify trends and opportunities.
• Maintain quality documentation, including PFMEAs, control plans, process flow diagrams, and work instructions.
• Support ISO 9001 compliance, procedures, and quality system improvements.
• Partner with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain to resolve quality issues.
• Support ECNs and new product introductions.
• Participate in Kaizen events and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Mentor and cross-train quality technicians.

Skills

Root cause analysis

8D problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

CMM programming

ERP systems

Excel/Access

Job description

Sterling Engineering is partnering with an established manufacturer in Crawfordsville, IN, to hire a Supplier Quality Engineer. This is a hands-on role focused on improving supplier quality performance, resolving manufacturing quality issues, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in supplier quality, ISO 9001, root cause analysis, corrective actions, and CMM programming within a manufacturing environment.

What You'll Do

• Manage supplier quality performance, track key metrics, and drive supplier improvements.
• Conduct supplier audits and new part approvals.
• Lead root cause analysis, 8D investigations, and corrective actions for supplier and production quality issues.
• Evaluate nonconforming materials and determine appropriate dispositions.
• Develop and implement CMM measurement programs and train quality technicians.
• Analyze quality data using statistical methods to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
• Maintain quality documentation, including PFMEAs, control plans, process flow diagrams, and work instructions.
• Support ISO 9001 compliance, procedures, and quality system improvements.
• Partner with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain to resolve quality issues.
• Support Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) and new product introductions.
• Participate in Kaizen events and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Mentor and cross-train quality technicians.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5-7+ years of manufacturing quality experience.
• Experience managing supplier quality issues, audits, and corrective actions.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001 quality standards.
• Experience with CMM programming and operation, or comparable CNC experience.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints.
• Experience with root cause analysis, 8D problem-solving, and corrective action processes.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Access, and ERP systems.
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate across departments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Statistical Process Control (SPC).
• Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Experience with PFMEA, control plans, and supplier development.
• Continuous improvement or Lean manufacturing experience.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Work directly with suppliers to improve product quality and manufacturing performance.
• Take ownership of supplier quality issues and corrective actions.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Operations, and Supply Chain teams.
• Support new product launches and manufacturing improvements.
• Join an established manufacturing organization with opportunities to make a measurable impact.

Sterling Engineering is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.