Supplier Quality Engineer

SC Works; Sumter (SC); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 143,000; Full time

Job summary

Eaton Corporation in Sumter, SC is seeking a Quality Control Systems Manager to lead the supplier quality function. You will own supplier quality metrics, audits, PPAP, CAPA, and drive continuous improvement using quality data and ERP systems.

This role requires an engineering degree and several years of experience in supplier or manufacturing quality. The position offers a fixed Sumter location with some telecommuting options and limited travel for supplier meetings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.
• 3 years of supplier quality, manufacturing quality, or process quality engineering experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead supplier quality audits and CAPA implementation to meet business objectives.
• Own Production Part Approval Process, First Article inspection, and PPAP
• Analyze quality data and ERP systems to drive corrective actions and KPI reporting
• Drive continuous improvement through ISO/EQMS audits and quality reviews

Skills

Leadership of quality teams

Quality data analysis

ERP system usage

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Power BI

ArenaSimulation or Minitab

MAPICS, AS400, VISTA

SQPI

Job description

Occupation: Quality Control Systems Managers Location: Sumter, SC - 29154 Job Type: Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment, Day Shift Shift Posted: 09/24/2026

Positions available: 1 Source: SC Works Online Services Web Site: SC Works Online Services Onsite / Remote: Onsite and Remote options

Location : 845 Corporate Circle, Sumter, SC 29154

Job Description

Assure customer satisfaction and operational performance through deployment of our Quality Management System as it relates to supplier quality performance. Ensure performance by owning supplier quality metrics, supplier quality assessments, incoming inspection and test, and driving supplier quality performance to achieve business and operational objectives. Provide overall leadership and direction for the Supplier Quality Function. Provide on-going performance improvement including during BPI, Quality and Lean activities. Manage the improvement and reporting of supplier quality performance indicators: Supplier PPM, Validation and Test Audit data, Internal Quality Alerts, Non-conforming material quality communication, external component quality alerts, A3s, 3ups. Develop and analyze statistical data and product/ process specifications to determine present standards and establish quality and reliability requirements for purchased products. Own Production Part Approval Processes, First Article inspection and customer specific requirements. Comply with all requirements and communication related to the management of supplier performance and supplier claims, including the compliance to related corporate and/or internal policies and procedures (APQP/PPAP, Supplier Certification, Supplier DPPM and DMR Management). Identify and implement capital projects, productivity, and cost out projects driven by supplier quality. Monitor performance of internal and outside supplier's quality, identify root cause, and lead the implementation of corrective and preventive actions to achieve business objectives. Ensure timely implementation of corrective actions on opportunities identified during assessments, tier meetings, or quality reviews. Conduct supplier quality audits to identify opportunities for improvement and lead the implementation of corrective actions. Lead internal/external ISO/EQMS audits. Position is fixed location based in Sumter, SC office; however, telecommuting from a home office may also be allowed. Under 15% travel for international and domestic business meetings with suppliers.

Job Requirements

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering (any) or a directly related field plus three (3) years of experience in supplier quality, manufacturing quality, or process quality engineering. Experience must include :

Two(2) years of experience in the following (experience maybe gained concurrently):

Leading, supervising, or coordinating quality engineers, techn ic ians, or inspectors, including performance management and task prioritizat ion.

Managing s upplier quality performance,including supplier audits, corrective action management, and PPAP approval for externally sourced components.

Owning and using quality data systems and ERP platforms to analyze supplier performance,drive corrective actions, and report quality KPls to leadership.

One (1) year ofexperience inth e following (experience may be gained concurrently):

Power Bl

ArenaSimulationor Minitab

MAPICS, AS400,and VISTA

SQPI (Supplier Quality Process Improvem ent)

40 hours/week, 8:00am-5:00pm, Salary: $125,000.00 - $143,000.00/year.

Eaton Corporation

Is a Private Sector employer with 3 locations

Company Profile

Eaton is an intelligent power management company dedicated to improving the quality of life and protecting the environment for people everywhere. We are guided by our commitment to do business right, to operate sustainably and to help our customers manage power - today and well into the future. By capitalizing on the global growth trends of electrification and digitalization, we're accelerating the planet's transition to renewable energy, helping to solve the world's most urgent power management challenges, and doing what's best for our stakeholders and all of society. Founded in 1911, Eaton is marking its 100th anniversary of being listed on the New York Stock Exchange. We reported revenues of $20.8 billion in 2022 and serve customers in more than 170 countries. We have approximately 85,000 employees. Our broad array of products can be found in industries all over the world, protecting people and assets, while improving productivity and efficiency. We also help customers meet stringent code and regulatory requirements with highly engineered products. And our large installed base of equipment around the world creates opportunities for aftermarket sales and services. Our business includes innovation solutions in electrical, aerospace, and vehicle industries.

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