Supplier Quality Engineer

Method360 Talent Acquisition; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Method360 Talent Acquisition is seeking a Quality professional to lead supplier performance and drive improvements across the supply chain in Rockford, IL. You will influence root-cause analysis, implement corrective actions, and ensure AS9100 and ITAR compliance throughout the supplier network.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years in Quality/Engineering, with preference for AS9100 Lead Auditor training and CQI accreditation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in engineering, statistics, quality or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in Quality or Engineering.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.
• ITAR: All applicants must be U.S. persons as defined by ITAR.
• AS9100 Lead Auditor Training or Industry equivalent preferred.
• Understanding of Supplier Quality requirements and contractual flow downs.
• Understanding of AS9100/ ISO9001 requirements and how they may be achieved through the QMS.
• CQI accreditation preferred.
• Experience managing several projects simultaneously.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving mindset.
• Experience in Aerospace a plus.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for quality performance across a portfolio of suppliers.
• Generate and lead improvement initiatives relating to the suppliers to contain quality issues, reduce supplier PPM, and reduce escape events.
• Drive root cause, permanent corrective actions and read across for verified quality issues.
• Audit suppliers to the site audit schedule (Compliance to AS9100 & company flow down requirements).
• Influence and engage key stakeholders to resolve complex supplier related issues and improvement opportunities.
• Remote and onsite visits with suppliers to build relationships, identify root cause and verify corrective actions.
• Ensure reject notes and investigation reports are carried out in a compliant and timely manner.
• Ensure compliance and quality improvement of supplier’s products and processes.
• Drive resolution to supplier escapes and prevent re-occurrence.
• Support the Quality Management System to ensure compliance with all applicable requirements e.g. AS9100, & Customer.
• Providing reports and corrective action status for management reviews.
• Ensure critical non-conformances are actioned through 8D’s and other appropriate problem-solving tools.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, statistics, quality or related field

Minimum 3 years' experience in Quality or Engineering

Strong attention to detail and problem-solving mindset

Experience in Aerospace a plus

Tools

AS9100 Knowledge

Quality Management Systems (QMS)

Job description

Travel: Yes

Sponsorship: No. All applicants be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. green card holder), political asylee or refugee.

Job Description: As an established quality professional, you will drive supplier performance to reduce PPM and escape events. Working alongside the internal value stream to ensure compliance and reduce impact to production. Works as an individual contributor to achieve objectives that have a significant impact on the supply chain. Uses experience and knowledge to influence the development and application of improvement tools and process control.

Essential Job Functions

• Responsible for quality performance across a portfolio of suppliers.
• Generate and lead improvement initiatives relating to the suppliers to contain quality issues, reduce supplier PPM, and reduce escape events.
• Drive root cause, permanent corrective actions and read across for verified quality issues.
• Audit suppliers to the site audit schedule (Compliance to AS9100 & company flow down requirements)
• Influence and engage key stakeholders to resolve complex supplier related issues and improvement opportunities.
• Remote and onsite visits with suppliers to build relationships, identify root cause and verify corrective actions.
• Ensure reject notes and investigation reports are carried out in a compliant and timely manner.
• Ensure compliance and quality improvement of supplier’s products and processes.
• Drive resolution to supplier escapes and prevent re-occurrence.
• Support the Quality Management System to ensure compliance with all applicable requirements e.g. AS9100, & Customer.
• Providing reports and corrective action status for management reviews.
• Ensure critical non-conformances are actioned through 8D’s and other appropriate problem-solving tools.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Education/Experience

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in engineering, statistics, quality or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in Quality or Engineering.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.
• This position requires use of information or access to hardware which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. green card holder), political asylee or refugee.
• AS9100 Lead Auditor Training or Industry equivalent preferred.
• Understanding of Supplier Quality requirements and contractual flow downs.
• Understanding of AS9100/ ISO9001 requirements and how they may be achieved through the Quality Management System.
• CQI accreditation preferred.
• Working Knowledge of Advanced Product Quality Planning implementation.
• Experience managing several projects simultaneously
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving mindset
• Experience in Aerospace a plus.

Physical Requirements The role requires sitting for extended periods, occasional standing, and lifting up to 10 pounds. Clear vision for detailed work is needed, and the environment is generally quiet.