Supplier Quality Engineer

Diamond C Trailers; Mount Pleasant (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Long and Short Term Disability

Employer Paid Life Insurance 25K

Tuition Reimbursement

401(k) & Company Match

Job summary

Diamond C Trailers in Mount Pleasant, TX is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to bridge Diamond C with external suppliers, ensuring materials and services meet standards. You will lead supplier assessments, risk evaluations, and continuous improvement initiatives while maintaining strong internal and external partnerships.

The role requires 2+ years in QA and supplier quality, a relevant engineering/quality degree, and willingness to travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality or Supply Chain Management.
• 2+ years in Quality Assurance or control environment.
• 2+ years in a Supplier Quality role (preferred).
• Experience with ISO/IATF quality systems and production environments.

Responsibilities

• Support ISO-9001 compliant QMS implementation and maintenance across the organization.
• Lead root-cause analysis to drive safety, quality, cost, and efficiency improvements.
• Maintain supplier control and performance programs including onsite assessments.
• Coordinate with Purchasing and Receiving Inspection on FPAs, PPAP and FAI docs.
• Collaborate with teams to establish incoming inspection requirements.
• Support supplier scoring to drive objective improvements.
• Assist supplier selection, qualification and ongoing assessments.
• Engage with suppliers to optimize manufacturing capabilities and reduce risk.
• Participate in document control and internal audit programs.
• Travel as needed, up to short-notice deployments.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality or Supply Chain Management

ASQ Certified Quality Engineer

ASQ Supplier Quality Professional Certification

Auditor certification to ISO-9001 / IATF16949 / AS9100

Tools

SPC software

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Job description

In 1985, Mike and Kim Crabb founded Diamond C with a small team and a big dream. Over the years, the company has grown significantly, now employing over 700 team members. Diamond C remains a family-owned and operated business, with a strong emphasis on our foundational “Do Work, Love Strong” culture, which is based in Mt. Pleasant, TX.

We are unwavering in our commitment to more – more process improvements, more sustainable manufacturing, and more opportunities for our team. Our purpose is to fuel the growth and success of our team members, customers, and community. We\'re dedicated to being a positive force for change and using our expertise to make a meaningful impact on our community abroad. This role is located in Mount Pleasant, TX 75455

Purpose:

The SQE serves as the bridge between Diamond C and its external suppliers to ensure that provided materials, parts and services meet regulatory, customer, and engineering standards. This role drives improvements in supplier performance through sustained assessments of and continuous communication with critical suppliers.. The SQE supports strategic objectives by leading supplier assessments, risk-based evaluations, and continuous improvement initiatives, while maintaining strong relationships with internal teams and external partners.

Shift and Schedule:

MON -FRI 7:30AM-4:30PM

This position will require periodic travel (some overnight). This travel may require both driving and/or flying.

Responsibilities:

• Support efforts to implement and maintain an ISO-9001 compliant Quality Management System across the organization.
• Lead and participate in problem solving events focused on root cause analysis activities to drive safety, quality, cost, and efficiency improvements.
• Maintain a supplier control and performance program which includes onsite assessments of targeted suppliers. - may require overnight travel.
• Coordinate with Purchasing and Receiving Inspection regarding FAIs and supplier quality performance.
• Approve quality plans, inspection routines, PPAP and FAI documentation before parts are released to production.
• Collaborate with receiving and production teams to establish incoming inspection requirements on purchased components while ensuring these requirements are met and documented..
• Support implementation and maintenance of a supplier scoring system that drives objective improvements in supplier performance.
• Support supplier selection, qualification and continuous assessment processes.
• Work directly with suppliers to optimize their manufacturing capabilities, streamline production, and reduce risks.
• Support efforts to implement document control systems which apply across the organization.
• Participate as an auditor within the DC internal audit program in applicable facilities.
• When required, monitor and document the statistical outcome of supplier related processes.
• Identify and participate in cost reduction initiatives.
• Manage and effectively execute on projects as assigned by senior leadership.
• Will be expected to work autonomously with minimal direct supervision.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality or Supply Chain Management. Previous experience in a supplier quality role will be considered.
• 2+ years of previous experience in Quality Assurance and/or control environment (required).
• 2+ years of previous experience in a Supplier Quality role (preferred).
• Experience working within environments governed by industry specific QMS Certifications. (ISO / IATF preferred).
• Experience within production environments, preferably in the heavy fabrication or automotive industry.
• Working knowledge of statistical process control (SPC) including tools and application.
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer Certification (highly desired).
• ASQ Supplier Quality Professional Certification (highly desired).
• Auditor certification to ISO-9001, IATF16949, or AS9100 (preferred).
• High proficiency in computer technology and systems operations.
• Project Management Skills.
• Able to work on the shop floor working directly with the coating and/or fabrication teams.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite applications.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to work efficiently in a team environment.
• Able to travel by car or plane on short notice with the possibility of out-of-town stays.
• Medical
• Vision
• Long and Short Term Disability
• Employer Paid 25K Life Insurance
• Other Supplemental Policies
• Physical Wellness Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• 401(k) & Company Match

We encourage and welcome applicants with any and all backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and competencies. All decisions regarding hiring, promotion, discipline, and discharge are based on qualifications, merit, and the needs of the business. We are an equal opportunity employer.