Supplier Quality Engineer

LeoForce; Graniteville (SC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Great Benefits (Medical, Dental and V‑

401k Match

Generous paid time off

Training

Career Advancement

Fun, energetic working environment

Job summary

LeoForce in the United States is seeking a mid-level Supplier Quality Engineer to uphold quality across the supply chain in manufacturing. You will assess suppliers, define quality protocols, and drive improvements to meet ISO9001 standards.

Key duties include audits, supplier first article inspections, CAPA with suppliers, cross-functional teamwork, and ongoing knowledge of industry trends. A Bachelor's in engineering and 5+ years' experience are required, with CQE/CQA a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in supplier quality engineering in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of ISO9001 and experience with its implementation and maintenance.
• Experience with welding processes and standards.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with suppliers and internal teams.
• Proficient in quality tools and methodologies, such as Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, 5S, etc.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with quality management systems.
• Certification as a Quality Engineer (CQE), Quality Auditor (CQA), or similar is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain quality engineering protocols for inspection, testing, and evaluation.
• Work closely with suppliers to improve product quality and ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Conduct regular audits of supplier processes and systems to identify areas for improvement.
• Drive CAPA with suppliers to address quality issues.
• Lead cross-functional teams to resolve supplier-related problems and ensure timely resolution.
• Review and approve supplier first article inspections, ensuring compliance with design specifications.
• Provide technical support to suppliers and internal teams, ensuring understanding of quality requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives with suppliers to improve efficiency, quality, and cost.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, technologies, and quality standards.
• Support the implementation and maintenance of ISO9001 quality management system.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Multi-project management

Quality mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Quality

Tools

Six Sigma

Lean Manufacturing

5S

Microsoft Office

Quality management systems

CQE/CQA certification (plus)

Job description

Supplier Quality Engineer

Job Details

Experience: Mid Level

Salary: $80,000 - $85,000 per year

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Permanent Supplier Quality Engineer to join our team in the Manufacturing industry. This role is crucial to maintaining the highest standards of quality in our manufacturing processes and products. You will be responsible for assessing and improving our supply chain processes, working closely with suppliers to ensure they meet our stringent quality standards. If you have a keen eye for detail, excellent problem-solving skills, and a passion for creating quality products, this could be the role for you.

Responsibilities

1. Develop, implement, and maintain quality engineering protocols and methods for inspection, testing, and evaluation.
2. Work closely with suppliers to improve product quality and ensure compliance with our quality standards.
3. Conduct regular audits of supplier processes and systems to identify areas for improvement.
4. Drive corrective and preventive actions with suppliers to address quality issues.
5. Lead and participate in cross-functional teams to resolve supplier-related problems and ensure timely resolution.
6. Review and approve supplier first article inspections, ensuring compliance with design specifications.
7. Provide technical support to suppliers and internal teams, ensuring understanding and compliance with quality requirements.
8. Drive continuous improvement initiatives with suppliers to improve efficiency, quality, and cost.
9. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, technologies, and quality standards.
10. Support the implementation and maintenance of ISO9001 quality management system.

Qualifications

1. Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, or a related field.
2. Minimum of 5 years' experience in supplier quality engineering in a manufacturing environment.
3. Strong knowledge of ISO9001 and experience with its implementation and maintenance.
4. Experience with welding processes and standards.
5. Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
6. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with suppliers and internal teams.
7. Proficient in the use of quality tools and methodologies, such as Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, 5S, etc.
8. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously.
9. Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with quality management systems.
10. Certification as a Quality Engineer (CQE), Quality Auditor (CQA), or similar is a plus.

A bit about us

We were acquired in 1998 by a large rubber company to produce Tires for bicycles, motorcycles, Lawn mowers, etc..

Why join us

• Competitive Salary
• Great Benefits (Medical, Dental and Vision)
• 401k Match
• Generous paid time off
• Training
• Career Advancement
• Fun, energetic working environment