Supplier Quality Engineer

weldaloy-specialty-forgings; Kentucky; On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Weldaloy Products Company is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to lead supplier quality initiatives. You will own the process, drive improvements, and manage 8D problem solving with containment and corrective actions.

You will develop supplier scorecards, collaborate on corrective actions, ensure AS9100 compliance, and present performance analyses to stakeholders. The role requires cross-functional collaboration with procurement, engineering, and manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a related field.
• 4+ years of supplier quality experience or equivalent.
• ASQ CQE certification is a plus.
• Familiar with ISO 9001; AS9100 preferred.
• Experience auditing quality systems and suppliers.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead supplier quality as process owner and drive improvements.
• Maintain 8D problem solving with containment and corrective actions.
• Develop supplier scorecards and KPIs for quality and on-time delivery.
• Collaborate with suppliers on corrective actions and QA plans.
• Ensure supplier compliance with AS9100 and internal procedures.
• Analyze data to identify risks and opportunities in supplier quality.
• Present supplier performance reports to internal stakeholders.
• Work with procurement, engineering, and manufacturing to resolve issues.
• Lead root cause analysis and 8D for supplier non-conformances.
• Support FAI and PPAP submissions.

Skills

Problem solving

Statistical methods

Quality systems

Audits

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Job description

Position Title: Supplier Quality Engineer

Reports To: Metallurgical Quality Manager

Supervises: None

Classification: Salaried, exempt, non-union

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

The statements below are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee of this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and activities required of this position.

• Serves as a leader and process owner for supplier quality.
• Maintains Problem Control System using 8D methods including containment, root cause, corrective actions, preventive action techniques and statistical methods.
• Develop and maintain supplier scorecards and KPIs, including but not limited to, quality and on-time delivery.

• Develop supplier scorecards as necessary.
• Collaborate with suppliers to implement corrective actions and quality improvement plans.
• Ensure supplier compliance with AS9100 quality standards and internal quality system procedures.
• Analyze supplier quality data and trends to identify risks and opportunities.
• Prepare and present supplier performance reports to internal stakeholders.
• Work closely with procurement, engineering, and manufacturing teams to resolve supplier issues.
• Lead root cause analysis and 8D problem-solving for supplier-related non-conformances.
• Support First Article Inspections (FAI) and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) submissions.
• Supports the Quality Engineering team as needed.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent and at least four years of related experience and/or equivalent education & experience.
• ASQ or CQE certification is a plus.
• Knowledgeable in ISO 9001 Quality Standards, AS9100 preferred.
• Experience in performing internal and supplier quality system audits.
• Prior related experience in quality functions (problem solving, advanced statistical methods, supplier development, process risk assessments) preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook.
• Demonstrated problem solving skills and excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Position is required to be on-site, occasional work from home with supervisor approval is available.
• Supports and demonstrates the Company’s core values.

Working Conditions

This position is designed to work full-time. Days and hours of work are typically Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. An alternate schedule may be arranged or assigned based on the business demands, nature of duties performed, and other factors. Occasional flexibility to work evenings or weekends may be required as job responsibilities demand. Regular work, after hours and/or weekend work may be performed remotely, if the capability exists. Some travel is expected for this position. This position mainly operates in an office environment during work hours, but may be expanded to assist and support employees in other departments within the Company; Occasional exposure to production equipment and machinery. The employee will manage multiple priorities daily and may be interrupted frequently to meet the needs and requests of employees. The environment may be busy and noisy. All required personal protective equipment is provided.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will spend most of his/her time sitting using computers and standard office equipment such as phones, photocopiers and fax machines. Occasional moving and/or lifting of 10 pounds, stooping, bending and reaching with hands and arms. While performing these job duties, the employee is regularly required to see, talk, and hear.

Weldaloy Products Company provides Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, height, weight or arrest record in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.