Supplier Quality Engineer

TECHEAD Mid Atlantic; Dayton (OH); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

TECHEAD seeks a Supplier Quality Engineer for Dayton, OH to ensure quality of purchased materials, components, and services for transformer manufacturing. You will collaborate with suppliers, procurement, engineering and manufacturing to prevent defects and improve processes.

You will qualify suppliers, develop quality plans, review PPAP/FAI submissions, and monitor performance metrics while supporting NPI, design changes, and supplier transitions in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related field).
• 2+ years of experience in supplier quality or manufacturing quality.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes such as metal fabrication, machining, winding, insulation systems, welding, and assembly.
• Proficiency in root cause analysis and corrective action methodologies.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Knowledge about operation and implementation of quality management systems for Supplier Quality function.

Responsibilities

• Supplier Quality Management: qualify, audit, and approve suppliers of transformer components and raw materials.
• Develop and maintain supplier quality requirements, specifications, and control plans.
• Evaluate supplier PPAP / FAI submissions and ensure process capability.
• Monitor supplier performance metrics (PPM, on-time delivery, responsiveness).
• Incoming & Product Quality: support incoming inspection strategies for critical transformer components.
• Analyze nonconforming material and lead root cause and corrective actions (8D, 5 Why, Fishbone).
• Ensure compliance with design, electrical, mechanical, and insulation requirements.
• Lead supplier corrective action requests (SCARs) and verify effectiveness.
• Conduct on-site supplier audits and process reviews.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives with suppliers to reduce defects and COPQ.

Skills

Root cause analysis

Engineering drawings

Quality systems

Supplier quality

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

Always Connecting, Always Evolving.

TECHEAD is seeking qualified applicants for the following Full-time position – Supplier Quality Engineer / Dayton OH – (JOB-22592). If you are looking for a new opportunity and this position looks to be a fit, please apply to see the TECHEAD difference that has made us successful for 30+ years!

You can find more about our team and values by checking us out at TECHEAD.comor onGlassdoor

Job Details:

Title: Supplier Quality Engineer
Location: Dayton, OH
Compensation: $ – $ /
Work Type: Full-time
Work Location: On-Site

Job Description:

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The Supplier Quality Engineer is responsible for ensuring that purchased materials, components, and services meet all quality, regulatory, and performance requirements for transformer manufacturing. This role works closely with suppliers, procurement, engineering, and manufacturing to drive defect prevention, continuous improvement, and compliance with applicable standards.

Essential functions & Key Responsibilities

• Supplier Quality Management
• Qualify, audit, and approve suppliers of transformer components and raw materials
• Develop and maintain supplier quality requirements, specifications, and control plans
• Evaluate supplier PPAP / FAI submissions and ensure process capability
• Monitor supplier performance metrics (PPM, on-time delivery, responsiveness)
• Incoming & Product Quality
• Support incoming inspection strategies for critical transformer components
• Analyze nonconforming material and lead root cause and corrective actions (8D, 5 Why, Fishbone)
• Ensure compliance with design, electrical, mechanical, and insulation requirements
• Support containment actions to protect production and customers
• Supplier Development & Improvement
• Lead supplier corrective action requests (SCARs) and verify effectiveness
• Conduct on-site supplier audits and process reviews
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives with suppliers to reduce defects and COPQ
• Collaborate with sourcing on supplier selection and risk mitigation
• Engineering & Manufacturing Support
• Work with engineering on new product introductions (NPI), design changes, and supplier transitions
• Review drawings, specifications, and BOMs for supplier-related quality risks
• Support manufacturing with quality issues impacting transformer assembly and testing
• Participate in MRB and deviation approvals when required
• Compliance & Documentation
• Ensure supplier compliance with ISO 9001 and applicable standards (IEC, IEEE, ANSI, UL, CSA, RoHS where applicable)
• Maintain supplier quality records, audit reports, and corrective action documentation
• Support customer, regulatory, and certification audits

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related field)
• 2+ years of experience in supplier quality or manufacturing quality
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes such as metal fabrication, machining, winding, insulation systems, welding, and assembly
• Proficiency in root cause analysis and corrective action methodologies
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications
• Knowledge about operation and implementation of quality management systems for Supplier Quality function

TECHEAD’s mission is to make our on-site associates successful by placing them in the right environment so they can grow and prosper. How we treat and respond to our clients and employees is a reflection of who we are and makes us stand out from the rest. Keeping our business focused on building and maintaining relationships with our employees and clients is the key to our success. We won’t strive for anything less.

TECHEAD provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

For more information on TECHEAD please visit www.techead.com.

No second parties will be accepted.