Supplier Quality Engineer

Global Connect Technologies; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Connect Technologies is seeking a highly experienced Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) with hands-on expertise in casting and machining, especially aluminum castings. The role requires frequent onsite supplier visits and close collaboration to resolve quality issues in both current production and new product development.

You will lead supplier quality activities, drive APQP/PPAP, support NPD, conduct supplier audits, and implement CAPA for sustainable improvements.

Qualifications

• Experience leading supplier quality activities for casting and machined components.
• Knowledge of APQP/PPAP and ECN/engineering change processes.
• Strong problem-solving and CAPA skills in manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage supplier quality activities for casting and machined components
• Drive APQP, PPAP, and engineering change management processes at supplier locations
• Provide hands-on support to suppliers to resolve quality issues and improve process capability
• Support new product development (NPD) and address launch and ramp-up quality concerns
• Conduct supplier audits, assessments, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Drive corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) and ensure sustainable quality improvements
• Act as a technical interface between suppliers, manufacturing, and engineering teams

Skills

Supplier quality

APQP/PPAP

CAPA

NPD support

Casting

Machining

Quality management

Problem solving

Stakeholder management

Travel willingness

Job description

We are seeking a highly experienced and hands-on Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) with strong expertise in casting and machining processes, particularly aluminum castings. The role requires close collaboration with suppliers, frequent onsite visits, and active involvement in resolving quality issues related to both current production and new product development.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage supplier quality activities for casting and machined components
• Drive APQP, PPAP, and engineering change management processes at supplier locations
• Provide hands-on support to suppliers to resolve quality issues and improve process capability
• Support new product development (NPD) and address launch and ramp-up quality concerns
• Conduct supplier audits, assessments, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Drive corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) and ensure sustainable quality improvements
• Act as a technical interface between suppliers, manufacturing, and engineering teams

Technical Skills & Expertise

• Strong hands-on experience in casting processes, including:
  • Knowledge of other casting processes such as sand casting and high-pressure casting
• Experience in machining of engineered components
• Good understanding of manufacturing processes and quality management systems
• Proven experience in supplier quality management and structured problem-solving methodologies
• Ability to provide practical, shop-floor-level solutions to suppliers

Behavioral & Other Requirements

• Highly energetic, proactive, and results-oriented mindset
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Willingness and flexibility to undertake frequent travel to supplier locations