Supplier Quality Engineer - Drive Continuous Improvement

API Heat Transfer; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

API Heat Transfer is seeking a driven Supply Chain Quality Engineer to develop and manage supplier quality performance across the supply chain. You will act as the primary quality liaison with suppliers to ensure materials and processes meet API requirements.

This role requires conducting on-site audits, driving continuous improvement, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to reduce risk and improve product quality. Travel to supplier facilities is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Quality Engineering, or related technical field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in Supplier Quality or related discipline.
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 quality management systems.
• Experience conducting supplier audits and supplier assessments.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and materials.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical requirements.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, manage, and improve supplier quality performance across the supply chain.
• Serve as the primary quality liaison between API and suppliers.
• Conduct on-site supplier audits to verify compliance and assess capabilities.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and supplier risk reduction.
• Lead root cause investigations and corrective actions.

Skills

Relationship-building

Supplier management

Communication

Project management

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Quality field

ASQ CQE/CQA (preferred)

Job description

API Heat Transfer is seeking a driven Supply Chain Quality Engineer to develop and manage supplier quality performance across the supply chain. You will act as the primary quality liaison with suppliers to ensure materials and processes meet API requirements.

This role requires conducting on-site audits, driving continuous improvement, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to reduce risk and improve product quality. Travel to supplier facilities is expected.