Supplier Quality Engineer

Jobot; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and life

401(k)

Inclusive, flexible environment

Healthy snacks and catered meals

CEO BBQ events

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an experienced Supplier Quality Engineer in Sunnyvale, CA for a long-term contract with potential for full-time conversion. You will lead supplier quality initiatives across PCBAs, electronic components, and electro-mechanical assemblies, driving continuous improvement and quality standards adherence.

The role requires experience with supplier audits, CAPA and SCAR processes, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure top-tier quality and reliability.

Qualifications

• Analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills required.
• Experience with supplier quality engineering in electro-mechanical/electronics manufacturing is preferred.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 quality systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead supplier approval processes by assessing manufacturing and technology capabilities.
• Drive supplier quality improvements via trend analysis, RCA, corrective actions, and supplier scorecards.
• Implement ISO 9001 and other relevant quality standards and systems.
• Conduct supplier audits to ensure compliance with quality and regulatory requirements.
• Develop, implement, and maintain KPIs for supplier performance.
• Support incoming quality activities, including inspection, disposition, and release processes.
• Collaborate with suppliers and cross-functional teams to resolve quality issues and drive improvements.
• Lead root cause investigations and corrective action efforts using standard methodologies.
• Support supplier selection, qualification, and development activities.
• Drive SCARs, CAPA initiatives, and supplier performance improvement plans.
• Provide technical and quality guidance to suppliers and internal stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

CQE / CQA certifications

Tools

ISO 9001

Job description

Job details

Competitive pay, benefits, and weekly pay!

This Jobot Consulting Job is hosted by: Alex Matthews

Salary: $50 - $85 per hour

Job Title: Supplier Quality Engineer

Compensation: $60-85/hr. (based on experience)

Location: Sunnyvale, CA

Type: Long-term contract with potential for full-time conversion

Why join us?

• Premiere medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans
• 401(k)
• Inclusive, flexible work environment
• Healthy snacks and daily catered meals
• Family-friendly company events including our CEO's famous BBQ

Job Details

We are currently seeking an experienced Supplier Quality Engineer to support a highly advanced hardware manufacturing environment. This role is an exceptional opportunity for a quality professional to apply their expertise in supplier quality, electronics manufacturing, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate will have experience supporting suppliers in electro-mechanical and electronics manufacturing environments, including printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs), manufactured components, and complex hardware assemblies. This individual will be responsible for driving supplier quality improvements, supporting supplier qualification activities, and ensuring products meet the highest standards of quality and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Lead supplier approval processes by assessing manufacturing and technology capabilities.
• Drive systematic improvements to supplier quality through trend analysis, root cause analysis, corrective actions, and supplier scorecarding.
• Implement and maintain ISO 9001 and other relevant quality standards and systems.
• Conduct supplier audits to ensure compliance with quality and regulatory requirements.
• Develop, implement, and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) for supplier performance.
• Support incoming quality activities, including inspection, disposition, and release processes.
• Partner with suppliers and internal cross-functional teams to resolve quality issues and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead root cause investigations and corrective action efforts utilizing industry-standard problem-solving methodologies.
• Support supplier selection, qualification, and development activities.
• Drive Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCARs), CAPA initiatives, and supplier performance improvement plans.
• Deliver technical and quality guidance to suppliers and internal stakeholders regarding quality standards and best practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
• 2-8 years of Supplier Quality Engineering experience within an electro-mechanical, electronics, or manufacturing environment.
• Experience supporting suppliers within PCBAs, electronics manufacturing, server hardware, networking hardware, or electro-mechanical assemblies.
• Experience conducting supplier audits, supplier development, and corrective action activities.
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001 quality systems.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• CQE (Certified Quality Engineer) and/or CQA (Certified Quality Auditor) certifications are a plus.

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