Supplier Quality Engineer

The Judge Group; Horicon (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Judge Group is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to lead and support supplier quality planning and development activities for our manufacturing projects in Wisconsin. The role requires hands-on experience with FMEA, SPC, and root cause analyses while coordinating with cross-functional teams to drive improvements.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field, 2+ years in a design/manufacturing environment, and familiarity with SAP-PAG and SAP-PDM.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in manufacturing, quality engineering, supply management, or related field in a design/manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support supplier quality planning for projects and production programs.
• Facilitate cross-functional teams focused on quality development activities, including DPARs, FMEA, Control Plans, Design Reviews, Supplier Audits, Risk Assessments and Root Cause Analysis.
• Identify, communicate, and resolve supplier quality concerns related to new product launches and ongoing production.
• Drive 8D-based corrective actions to address supplier quality issues and prevent recurrence.
• Ensure effective execution of RGAs, SCRs, Quality Plans and Supplier Improvement Initiatives.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to maintain high-quality standards and continuous improvement efforts.

Skills

FMEA

SPC

Root Cause Analysis

Six Sigma

Cross-functional teamwork

GD&T interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related discipline

Tools

SAP-PAG

SAP-PDM

Job description

Duration: 12 Months (Possible Extension)

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support quality planning activities for supplier-related projects and production programs.
• Facilitate and participate in cross-functional teams focused on quality development activities, including: Design Process and Product Reviews (DPARs), Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Control Plans, Design Reviews, Supplier Audits, Risk Assessments and Root Cause Analysis.
• Identify, communicate, and resolve supplier quality concerns related to new product launches and ongoing production.
• Drive corrective action processes using the 8D methodology to address supplier quality issues and prevent recurrence.
• Ensure effective execution of: Return Goods Authorizations (RGAs), Supplier Change Requests (SCRs), Quality Plans and Supplier Improvement Initiatives.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to maintain high-quality standards and continuous improvement efforts.

Required Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience in manufacturing, quality engineering, supply management, or a related field within a design or manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on experience with quality tools and methodologies, including: FMEA (Failure Mode and Effects Analysis), NCCA (Non-Conformance Corrective Action), SPC (Statistical Process Control), Root Cause Analysis and Six Sigma
• Experience utilizing data collection, statistical analysis, and problem-solving techniques to identify and resolve quality issues.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, schematics, product models, and Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Strong ability to manage priorities and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, organization, and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience applying quality engineering tools such as Supplier Audits, DPARs, and Design Reviews.
• Knowledge of SAP-PAG and SAP-PDM systems.
• Experience conducting audits, including Process Verification Audits, Special Process Audits, and similar quality assessments.
• Experience with riding lawn equipment, utility vehicle, or related manufacturing processes.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Technology, or a related discipline, or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.