Supplier Quality Engineer II

CPC - Colder Products Company; Arden Hills (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

CPC - Colder Products Company is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer III who will lead supplier audits and improve quality processes. Ideal candidates possess a four-year engineering degree with significant quality assurance experience. Join a recognized Top Workplace and contribute to innovative fluid solutions that impact various industries.

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

Tuition Assistance for continued education

401k plan with employer contributions

Paid-time off programs including PTO and volunteer time

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of quality industry experience or 10 years with technical degree.
• Exposure to ISO: 9001 2015 and 13485 2016 required.
• Comfortable with 20% travel.

Responsibilities

• Lead supplier audits and maintain the Approved Supplier List.
• Collaborate with suppliers on quality improvement and test methods.
• Support sourcing with supplier performance management.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Problem solving tools

Data and statistical analysis

Education

Four-year engineering degree

Technical Degree

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Who We Are

At CPC (Colder Products Company), we’re not just connecting fluid lines – we’re connecting people, ideas, and possibilities. For nearly 50 years, we’ve been engineering cutting-edge fluid connection technologies that power industries from biopharmaceutical, thermal management (liquid cooling of electronics), medical, industrial, and chemical handling markets.

Who We Are

At CPC (Colder Products Company), we’re not just connecting fluid lines – we’re connecting people, ideas, and possibilities. For nearly 50 years, we’ve been engineering cutting-edge fluid connection technologies that power industries from biopharmaceutical, thermal management (liquid cooling of electronics), medical, industrial, and chemical handling markets.

But what sets us apart? Our people.

We’re a team of problem-solvers, innovators, and forward-thinkers who thrive in a culture that values collaboration, creativity, and continuous improvement. Headquartered in Minneapolis/St. Paul, with over 700 employees in 14 countries, we’re growing fast, and we want you to grow with us!

Your Role

Are you ready to make an impact and work with a company that values your expertise, ideas, and career growth? As our next Supplier Quality Engineer III, you’ll be at the forefront of shaping our organization’s success. This isn’t just a job – it’s a career move where you’ll thrive, learn, and enjoy coming to work.

Responsibilities

• Lead/participate in supplier audits as required and update/maintain the Approved Supplier List and Audit Schedule.
• Provide verification of inspection procedures, resolve measurement discrepancies, and improve correlation in measurement method between suppliers and Receiving Inspection.
• Collaborate with suppliers and applicable CPC functional teams in developing highly capable, repeatable, and reproducible test methods.
• Interface with suppliers to drive corrective/preventive actions through SCAR and/or CAPA process based on risk-based decisions from quality signals in Receiving Inspection and manufacturing floor to prevent recurrence.
• Provide Supplier Quality Engineering support to the Sourcing team in support of supplier performance management and agreement negotiations.
• Provide input to design and manufacturing documentation including material specifications, drawings, inspection procedures, and manufacturing procedures, to ensure that the resulting products can be adequately manufactured and tested.
• Participate in supplier selection process and specification reviews with suppliers.
• Collaborate cross functionally to specify quality characteristics and inspection plans for components.
• Collaborate with Tooling, Design, Manufacturing, Product Management, and Supply Chain in planning and executing new or refurbished tools.
• Participate in continuous improvement collaboration, execution, and training.
• Collaborate with Sourcing on Supplier risk management to execute Supplier strategic initiatives.
• Perform other job duties as assigned to meet business needs.
  
  

Qualifications

Basic Requirements:

• Four-year engineering degree with a minimum of 3 years of Quality industry experience, or Technical Degree with a minimum of 10 years of Quality industry experience
• Exposure to ISO: 9001 2015 and 13485 2016
• Experience working with data and statistical analysis software
• Strong communication skills
• Experience with problem solving tools
• This role may require 20% travel. Candidates should be comfortable with occasional travel as needed to support business objectives.
  
  

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Our Culture

At CPC, our people aren’t just employees, they’re the driving force behind our success. We’ve built a culture rooted in respect, collaboration, and integrity, where every voice matters, and innovation thrives. It’s not just us saying it; CPC has been recognized as a Top Workplace 4x in the past 5 years, because we genuinely care about our employees’ growth, well-being, and success. This isn’t just a workplace; it’s a community where you’ll feel valued, empowered, and inspired to do your best work every day.

Growth & Development

Skills

We invest in you. Whether you’re looking to expand your skills, take on new challenges, or advance your career, we’re here to support you. We offer:

• Mentorship, hands-on training, and career development opportunities to help you reach your full potential.
• Tuition Assistance to support continued education, plus scholarship programs for children of eligible employees.
• A Co-Op and intern program in partnership with several universities for hands-on industry experience.
• Recognition programs that celebrate your contributions, from employee loyalty awards to peer-to-peer recognition.
  
  

Because when you succeed, we all succeed.

Work/Life Balance

We Get It – Work Is Important, But So Is Life Outside Of It. That’s Why CPC Ensures You Have The Time And Flexibility To Live, Recharge, And Give Back. Our Programs Include

• Multiple paid-time off programs, including PTO, company-paid holidays, bereavement leave, and paid volunteer time to support causes you care about.
• Paid Parental Leave so you can focus on what matters most.
• Wellness support, including access to in-person and online advisors for mental, financial, and overall well-being.
  
  

We believe that a balanced, fulfilled team creates the best workplace.

Benefits & Compensation

At CPC, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and overall well-being, including but not limited to:

• Health & Wellness:
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision coverage starting day one for you and your family.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions for eligible plans.
• Company-paid Long-Term & Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance for added security.
• Onsite gym & wellness programs to help stay active and healthy.
• Financial Benefits:
• 401k plan with automatic employer contributions starting on day one, plus profit-sharing to invest in your future.
• Referral bonuses – get rewarded for connecting talented friends and family to CPC job openings.
• Salary: $90,000.00 - $100,000.00 / Bi-Weekly
• This range is the pay scale for this role in Minnesota. Individual compensation is based on skills, experience, and qualifications related to this position.
• Bonus Eligibility: No
  

Join Us

If you’re ready to be part of an innovative team that values connection and collaboration, we want to hear from you!

We are an equal-opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

This position may be located in: Americas : United States : Minnesota : Arden Hills

Sub Division: Quality

Job Requisition ID: 61437

Job Function: Quality & Continous Improvement

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Quality Assurance

• Industries

  Plastics Manufacturing

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