Supplier Quality Engineer – Audits, PPAPs & Improvements

Meritas Advisory Group, LLC; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Meritas Advisory Group, LLC is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer in Omaha, NE to ensure materials and components meet requirements. You will lead supplier qualification, audits, and corrective actions to drive quality across supply chains.

The role collaborates with Engineering, Purchasing, and Operations, requiring strong communication and analytical skills. Expect 40–60% travel domestically and internationally.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in supplier quality engineering.
• Knowledge of PPAP, FMEA, SPC, 8D, and root cause analysis.
• Experience with ISO 9001, IATF 16949, or similar quality standards.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develops, implements, and maintains supplier quality standards and procedures.
• Conducts on-site supplier audits to assess QMS and process capability.
• Leads supplier qualification activities including assessments and process validation.
• Manages supplier performance metrics and scorecards; drives improvements.
• Investigates supplier quality issues using root cause analysis and 8D methodologies.
• Collaborates with Engineering, Purchasing, and Operations to resolve non-conforming material issues.
• Reviews supplier PPAPs, FAI reports, and other quality documents.
• Supports supplier development and improvement plans.

Skills

Quality tools

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

Tools

PPAP

FMEA

SPC

8D problem solving

Job description

Meritas Advisory Group, LLC is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer in Omaha, NE to ensure materials and components meet requirements. You will lead supplier qualification, audits, and corrective actions to drive quality across supply chains.

The role collaborates with Engineering, Purchasing, and Operations, requiring strong communication and analytical skills. Expect 40–60% travel domestically and internationally.