Supplier Quality Engineer: Lead Quality Improvements

the-pivot-group-careers; Grandville (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network in Grandville, MI is partnering with manufacturing companies to identify qualified Supplier Quality Engineers. The role focuses on improving supplier quality, leading audits, and driving corrective actions to meet ISO/IATF standards.

Ideal candidates bring a Bachelor's in engineering and 3+ years in supplier quality within manufacturing, with hands-on experience in FMEA, PPAP, SPC, MSA, and 8D.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical field.
• 3+ years experience in supplier quality or quality engineering within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001, IATF 16949).
• Proficient in core quality tools (e.g., FMEA, PPAP, SPC, MSA, 8D).
• Demonstrated experience conducting supplier audits and driving corrective actions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement supplier quality improvement plans.
• Conduct supplier audits and assessments to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Investigate and resolve supplier quality issues using problem-solving methodologies (e.g., 8D, 5 Whys).
• Collaborate with engineering and purchasing teams on new product development and supplier selection.
• Monitor and report on key supplier quality performance metrics.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives for the supplier quality management system.
• Review and approve supplier PPAP submissions and other quality documentation.
• Provide technical guidance and support to suppliers on quality-related matters.

Skills

Supplier quality

Quality engineering

Audits

FMEA

PPAP

SPC

MSA

8D

ISO 9001 / IATF 16949

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

Minitab

JMP

Excel

Job description

The Pivot Group Network in Grandville, MI is partnering with manufacturing companies to identify qualified Supplier Quality Engineers. The role focuses on improving supplier quality, leading audits, and driving corrective actions to meet ISO/IATF standards.

Ideal candidates bring a Bachelor's in engineering and 3+ years in supplier quality within manufacturing, with hands-on experience in FMEA, PPAP, SPC, MSA, and 8D.