Supplier Quality Engineer — Drive Zero-Defect Supply Chain

Hutchinson Group; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Hutchinson Group in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a Quality/Supplier Development professional to support purchasing and drive supplier performance, audits, and continuous improvement.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering and about six years of related experience, with strong communication and problem‑solving skills. Familiarity with PPAP, Lean, Six Sigma, and quality systems is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering with 6 years related experience.
• Experience in supplier audits, PPAP, and quality systems.
• Strong communication and problem‑solving skills.
• Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, and 8D methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Support Purchasing to report supplier performance and corrective actions.
• Maintain and update supplier audit system and schedule.
• Conduct supplier audits to drive standardization and continuous improvement.
• Monitor supplier quality, OTD, and communication.
• Drive zero defects mindset within the supply base.

Skills

Strong communication

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Project management

Advanced computer skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

Excel

Word

MAPICS

Lotus

Job description

Hutchinson Group in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a Quality/Supplier Development professional to support purchasing and drive supplier performance, audits, and continuous improvement.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering and about six years of related experience, with strong communication and problem‑solving skills. Familiarity with PPAP, Lean, Six Sigma, and quality systems is preferred.