Supplier Quality Engineer

YRH - PACKSIZE LLC; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 89,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

HSA/FSA

Life and disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Packsize is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to drive continuous improvement and align supplier quality with business strategy. You will ensure materials meet quality standards while collaborating across supply chain, engineering, and operations.

The role requires strong problem-solving, 4+ years in supplier quality, ISO/IATF knowledge, and effective communication in English. Travel may be required as part of supplier assessments.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of supplier quality engineering or related role.
• Degree in Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, or related field.
• Strong knowledge of QMS (ISO 9001/IATF 16949) and statistical tools.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a high-quality supply base for corrugated packaging, consumables, and spare parts.
• Lead supplier quality activities for advanced product development, including APQP and PPAP support.
• Develop and implement inspection sampling plans; manage NCRs and SCARs.
• Monitor supplier performance via audits, scorecards, and data analysis.
• Build strong supplier relationships and drive continuous quality improvements.
• Support material certifications (FSC, SFI) and assist in audits.

Skills

Supplier quality engineering

APQP

PPAP

Quality management systems

Root cause analysis

English fluency

Audits

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering/Quality/Supply Chain

Tools

QMS ISO 9001

IATF 16949

AQL sampling

SPC

MSA

Job description

About Packsize

Packsize is an automation company that enables more efficient and sustainable packaging process flows-from packing to unboxing. We're propelling our customers and the industry forward, always looking to innovate and improve. Because, to us, packaging is about much more than a box; it's about delivering what's right—for our customers, their customers, and our planet.

About the Role

Packsize is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) to drive continuous improvement and aligning supplier quality with business strategy. This role ensures that materials supplied to Packsize meet defined quality expectations while fostering a collaborative, high-performing, and mutually beneficial supply chain. The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in supplier quality engineering, inspection sampling methodologies, and structured problem-solving, along with a proactive, continuous improvement mindset. This role requires strong organization, attention to detail, and the ability to hold suppliers accountable in a professional and constructive manner.

What You'll Do

• Ensure a high-quality, compliant supply base for corrugated packaging, consumables, and spare parts supporting the European Business Unit
• Lead supplier quality activities for advanced product development, including APQP and PPAP support
• Develop and implement effective inspection sampling plans; manage deviations, nonconformance reports (NCRs), and supplier corrective actions (SCARs)
• Monitor and improve supplier performance through audits, scorecards, questionnaires, and inspection data, enforcing accountability for quality issues
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, driving continuous improvement initiatives in quality systems and process control
• Support material certifications (e.g., FSC, SFI) and assist in customer audits and compliance activities related to the consumables supply chain
• Issue and manage NCRs and SCARs, ensuring timely and effective root cause analysis and corrective action implementation

What You'll Bring

• 4+ years of experience in supplier quality engineering or a closely related quality-focused engineering role
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain Management, or a related technical field
• Strong knowledge of supplier quality principles and Quality Management Systems (QMS), including ISO 9001 and IATF 16949
• Proficiency with inspection sampling plans (e.g., AQL) and statistical quality tools such as SPC and MSA
• Demonstrated expertise in root cause analysis methodologies (8D, 5 Why, Fishbone)
• Fluency in English, both written and verbal
• Proven experience managing supplier relationships, including conducting audits, driving corrective actions, and delivering constructive feedback
• Customer-facing experience investigating quality issues, facilitating resolution, and communicating outcomes to internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to evaluate, qualify, and onboard new suppliers, including capability assessments, quality inspections, and compliance verification
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to collaborate across supply chain, engineering, and operations teams
• Solid understanding and practical experience with APQP and PPAP processes
• Travel will be required when necessary

Nice to Have

• Experience in the paper or natural materials industry

Previous experience

• Familiarity with corrugated packaging and consumables manufacturing processes
• Previous experience working in a manufacturing or production environment

What We Offer

The salary range for this role is $88,637-$108,600 however, Packsize considers several factors when determining compensation when extending a job offer, including but not limited to, the role bein offered, the associated responsibilities, the candidate's prior work experience, education/training, and any special skills. If this role excites you but you don't meet each requirement listed, we encourage you to apply anyway.

At Packsize, we welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences and understand that the best candidates may come from the most unlikely of places. Packsize considers several factors when determining compensation when extending a job offer, including but not limited to, the role being offered, the associated responsibilities, the candidate's prior work experience, education/training, and any special skills. At Packsize, we're committed to supporting the health, well-being, and financial security of our team members.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage; a 401(k) retirement plan; Paid Time Off; Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts (HSA/FSA); and life and disability insurance.

Additional voluntary benefits include critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident, and legal/ID theft protection.

We also provide access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support your overall well‑being.

Packsize is an Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to diversity in its workforce. In compliance with applicable federal and state laws, Packsize policy of equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, veteran's status, status as a qualified person with a disability, or genetic information.

Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities, and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

Reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities.

Packsize creates and maintains more efficient and sustainable packaging process flows from packing to unboxing. We're propelling our customers and the industry forward, always looking to innovate and improve. At Packsize, packaging is much more than a box. It's about delivering what's right, for our customers, for their customers, and for our planet.