Supplier Quality Engineer - Lead Quality & Continuous Improvement

Fathom Mfg; Town of Hartland (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401k plan

Employee discounts

Job summary

Fathom Mfg in Hartland, WI is seeking a hands-on Supplier Quality Engineer to lead quality activities across our outsource manufacturing network and partner with suppliers and internal teams to improve performance.

The role emphasizes root cause analysis, corrective actions, supplier readiness for production, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in quality engineering, supplier quality, or related roles.
• Experience with ISO 9001, AS9100, ISO 13485 or similar quality systems.
• Ability to read engineering drawings, specifications, GD&T and customer requirements.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Travel willingness to supplier sites as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead supplier quality activities for assigned suppliers and processes.
• Review supplier documentation, inspection records, deviations, and quality requirements.
• Lead Supplier order kick-offs and flow down quality requirements.
• Lead Virtual Quality Check (VQC) activities with strategic customers before shipment.
• Investigate supplier-related nonconformances and lead corrective actions.
• Partner with suppliers to improve quality and process control.
• Support internal teams to resolve supplier quality issues.
• Monitor supplier quality trends and KPIs to identify improvements.
• Conduct supplier audits, onboarding assessments, and capability reviews.
• Support readiness for production launches and supplier requirements.
• Escalate significant supplier risks through leadership channels.

Skills

Quality engineering

Supplier quality

Root cause analysis

Process improvement

Communication

Documentation

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Manufacturing/Quality or related field

Tools

ERP

QMS

CRM

Job description

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Supplier Quality Engineer

Outsourcing FullTime Professional Hartland, WI, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 2667

Salary Range: $70,000.00 To $90,000.00 Annually

Company History:

Fathom is a premier U.S. contract manufacturer with a legacy of manufacturing innovation dating back more than 50 years. Across seven locations and a global sourcing network, we offer 25+ advanced technologies spanning additive manufacturing, CNC machining, sheet metal fabrication, injection molding and more. We serve leading companies across aerospace and defense, medical, robotics, automotive, semiconductor, and data center and energy markets, delivering highly complex parts from concept through production. Our expert-driven approach, white-glove service, and extensive certifications help our customers scale with confidence.

Job/Position Summary
The Supplier Quality Engineer will lead supplier quality activities across Fathom’s outsource manufacturing network, partnering with suppliers and internal teams to improve quality performance, resolve nonconformances, reduce customer escapes, and strengthen supplier process control.

This role is ideal for a hands-on quality professional who enjoys problem solving, supplier development, continuous improvement, and working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead supplier quality activities for assigned suppliers, commodities, and manufacturing processes.
• Review supplier documentation, inspection records, deviations, Certificates of Conformance, First Article Inspection packages, and customer-specific quality requirements.
• Participate in Supplier order kick-offs and flow down quality requirements
• Lead Virtual Quality Check (VQC) activities with strategic customers prior to shipment to confirm parts meet quality and technical requirements, resolve any concerns, and ensure first-time-right delivery.
• Investigate supplier-related nonconformances, customer complaints, RMAs, and quality escapes; lead root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Partner with suppliers to improve quality, documentation, process control, and corrective action effectiveness.
• Support internal Quality, Engineering, Production, Customer Service, Partner/Supplier Management, and Operations teams to resolve supplier quality issues.
• Monitor supplier quality trends, NCRs, RMAs, and key performance indicators to identify systemic improvement opportunities.
• Conduct supplier audits, onboarding assessments, capability reviews, and ongoing performance evaluations.
• Support supplier readiness for production launches, process planning, inspection feasibility, and customer requirements.
• Escalate significant supplier risks or quality system concerns through appropriate Fathom leadership channels.
• Support continual improvement initiatives that strengthen Fathom’s quality systems, supplier controls, and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, or a related technical field, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience in quality engineering, supplier quality, manufacturing engineering, supplier development, or a related technical quality role.
• Experience working directly with suppliers, manufacturing partners, customers, or cross-functional operations teams.
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001, AS9100, ISO 13485, or other regulated quality management systems.
• Experience with root cause analysis, corrective actions, NCR/RMA management, and continuous improvement methods.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, GD&T, inspection plans, and customer quality requirements.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes such as CNC machining, sheet metal fabrication, additive manufacturing, injection molding, tooling, urethane casting, finishing, or assembly.
• Strong communication, organization, follow-up, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and experience using ERP, QMS, CRM, reporting, or productivity systems.
• Ability to travel as needed to supplier sites, Fathom facilities, or customer locations.

Preferred Qualifications

• ASQ certification, Six Sigma certification, or equivalent quality credential.
• Experience with APQP, PPAP, FMEA, control plans, process capability, gage R&R, or supplier process validation.
• Experience supporting aerospace, defense, medical, automotive, or other regulated manufacturing customers.
• Experience with ISO 13485, AS9100, IATF 16949, NIST 800-171, ITAR, or similar compliance requirements.

What we offer:

Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage. Company paid for Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance.

Additional Benefits: Paid time off, Floating Holidays, Volunteer time off, and sick time off (depending on state of employment). 401k Plan

Employee Perks: Discounts on products and services.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action