Supplier Quality Engineer II - Drive Supplier Quality & CI

Gilder Search Group; Maple Grove (MN); On-site; USD 69,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Konik, in partnership with a leading manufacturing organization, is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer II to support supplier performance, product quality, and continuous improvement across a global supply chain. Based in Maple Grove, MN, you will work with suppliers, Engineering, Manufacturing, Sourcing, and Quality teams to ensure materials meet customer and regulatory requirements.

The role emphasizes root cause analysis, corrective actions, and ongoing quality systems, with travel 45%+ to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical field.
• 4+ years of experience in manufacturing, operations, design, supply chain, quality, or regulatory assurance.
• Experience supporting supplier quality activities within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong root cause analysis and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Ability to analyze quality data and drive improvements.
• Strong communication with suppliers and internal teams.
• Experience with quality systems and manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage supplier quality plans using risk-based analysis and quality improvement strategies.
• Support supplier qualification, approval, and performance management processes.
• Conduct supplier audits and assessments to verify compliance with quality requirements and company standards.
• Lead investigations into supplier-related quality issues, including root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action implementation.
• Identify non-conforming materials and partner with suppliers to develop effective solutions.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on supplier performance, product quality, and cost of quality.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Sourcing, Service, and Regulatory teams on supplier changes, new product introductions, and product transfers.
• Participate in engineering design reviews to ensure quality requirements are incorporated early in the product lifecycle.
• Monitor supplier metrics, quality data, and performance trends to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Provide technical support to suppliers and internal manufacturing teams to ensure products meet specifications, standards, and customer requirements.
• Prepare quality reports, audit documentation, inspection findings, and corrective action records.
• Travel to supplier locations as needed to support audits, troubleshooting, and quality initiatives.

Skills

Root cause analysis

Quality data analysis

Supplier relationship management

Cross-functional collaboration

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

ISO 9000 knowledge

MRP/ERP systems

CQE certification

Job description

Konik, in partnership with a leading manufacturing organization, is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer II to support supplier performance, product quality, and continuous improvement across a global supply chain. Based in Maple Grove, MN, you will work with suppliers, Engineering, Manufacturing, Sourcing, and Quality teams to ensure materials meet customer and regulatory requirements.

The role emphasizes root cause analysis, corrective actions, and ongoing quality systems, with travel 45%+ to