Supplier Quality Engineer

Food Management Search; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Food Management Search, Inc. is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer in Omaha, NE. You will ensure material and component quality, act as the liaison with suppliers on quality issues, audits, and continuous improvement, and drive supplier qualification and corrective actions.

The role reports to the Quality Assurance Manager and supports ISO 9001/14001 and REACH/RoHS compliance, with significant travel. A BS in engineering or related field and 2+ years in supplier quality are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in supplier quality engineering or QA.
• Experience with ISO 9001, IATF 16949, or similar quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains supplier quality standards and procedures.
• Conducts on-site supplier audits of quality management systems.
• Lead supplier qualification activities including initial assessments and process validation.
• Manage supplier performance metrics and scorecards.
• Investigates supplier quality issues using root cause methods (8D, 5-Why, Fishbone).
• Collaborate with Engineering, Purchasing, Operations to resolve non-conforming material.
• Review supplier PPAPs and FAI reports as required.
• Travel domestically and internationally 40–60% as needed.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

Job Title: Supplier Quality Engineer

Location: Omaha, Nebraska

Salary: $85-100K plus bonus

Job Summary of the Supplier Quality Engineer: The Supplier Quality Engineer is responsible for ensuring the quality of materials and components supplied to the organization meets established requirements and standards. This role serves as the primary liaison between the company and its suppliers regarding quality issues, audits, and continuous improvement. The Supplier Quality Engineer will lead efforts to qualify new suppliers, audit supplier quality management systems, manage supplier performance and scorecards, and drive corrective and preventive actions for supplier-related issues. This position will report to the Quality Assurance Manager and support the company’s overall quality assurance and operational objectives, ensuring suppliers are aligned with business and customer requirements.

Job Duties & Responsibilities of the Supplier Quality Engineer:

• Develops, implements, and maintains supplier quality assurance standards, processes, and procedures.
• Conducts on-site supplier audits to assess quality management systems and process capability.
• Leads supplier qualification activities including initial assessments, process validation, and approval.
• Manages supplier performance metrics and scorecards; regularly reviews results and drives improvement initiatives with suppliers.
• Investigates, analyzes, and resolves supplier quality issues using root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action methodologies (e.g., 8D, 5-Why, Fishbone).
• Works cross-functionally with Engineering, Purchasing, and Operations to resolve non-conforming material issues.
• Reviews and approves supplier PPAPs, FAI reports, and other quality documentation as required.
• Supports the development and execution of supplier improvement plans and monitors implementation.
• Collaborates with suppliers to achieve process improvements, reduce variation, and ensure compliance with company and regulatory standards (ISO 9001, 14001, REACH/RoHS etc.).
• Maintains accurate records of supplier audits, corrective actions, and ongoing performance.
• Communicates quality expectations and requirements to suppliers.
• Conducts and supports the internal audit process in accordance with ISO 9001, 14001, 45001 standards
• Supports new product introduction and change management processes as they relate to supplier quality.
• Provides training to internal stakeholders on supplier quality-related procedures and best practices.
• Travel domestically and internationally to support supplier development activities, traveling from 40-60% of the time depending on project needs.

Education & Experience Requirements of the Supplier Quality Engineer:

• o Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or related technical field from a four-year college or university; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• o Minimum of 2 years’ experience in supplier quality engineering, quality assurance, or related field.
• o Working knowledge of quality tools and methodologies such as PPAP, FMEA, SPC, 8D, and root cause analysis.
• o Experience with ISO 9001, IATF 16949, or other industry quality standards.
• o Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to interface with internal teams and external suppliers.
• o Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.