Supplier Quality Engineer - Audits, PPAP & Improvements

Employbridge; North Vernon (IN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

EmployBridge in Indiana is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to manage supplier quality activities, PPAP approvals, defect resolution, audits, and compliance with ISO 9001 and IATF 16949.

You will serve as the primary liaison between suppliers and internal teams to ensure product quality, support new product launches, and drive continuous improvement across manufacturing. Travel 10-25% for supplier audits and visits is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field or 5+ years of related experience.
• Experience with supplier quality, PPAP, automotive manufacturing, and audits.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001, IATF 16949, GD&T, blueprint reading, and process auditing.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and Microsoft Office skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead supplier audits and supplier development initiatives.
• Review and approve PPAP documentation.
• Track, investigate, and resolve supplier quality issues.
• Support new product launches and production readiness.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001, IATF 16949, and customer requirements.
• Monitor supplier scorecards and quality metrics.
• Support receiving inspection and containment activities.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

EmployBridge in Indiana is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to manage supplier quality activities, PPAP approvals, defect resolution, audits, and compliance with ISO 9001 and IATF 16949.

You will serve as the primary liaison between suppliers and internal teams to ensure product quality, support new product launches, and drive continuous improvement across manufacturing. Travel 10-25% for supplier audits and visits is expected.