Supplier Quality Engineer: Lead Quality Improvements

Columbus McKinnon Corporation; Menomonee Falls (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbus McKinnon Corporation seeks a Supplier Quality Engineer to ensure supplier products meet quality standards. You will lead MRB, drive supplier improvements, design inspection methods, and document test results to uphold safety and reliability of end products.

Ideal candidates have APQP experience, ISO knowledge, and strong communication with vendors and internal teams. Bachelor’s degree and ASQ certification are preferred.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with ISO standards and compliance requirements.
• Advanced problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Effective communication with vendors and internal teams.
• Strong time management and organizational abilities.
• APQP experience and related tools (FMEA, PPAP, MSA, Control Plans).

Responsibilities

• Interface with engineering, customers, and suppliers on quality issues.
• Lead MRB and corrective action teams to resolve quality problems.
• Drive continuous improvement with suppliers and processes.
• Design or specify inspection and testing mechanisms and equipment.
• Document test results and quality metrics clearly.
• Prepare, review, and approve quality plans, policies, and reports.
• Perform audits and compile corresponding reports as required.
• Communicate with customers, suppliers, and internal teams in a timely manner.
• Support data collection and analysis for quality improvements.
• Ensure conformance to customer and regulatory requirements.

Skills

ISO standards knowledge

Analytical problem solving

Vendor communication

Time management

APQP experience

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

ASQ Certified Supplier Quality Engineer

Job description

Columbus McKinnon Corporation seeks a Supplier Quality Engineer to ensure supplier products meet quality standards. You will lead MRB, drive supplier improvements, design inspection methods, and document test results to uphold safety and reliability of end products.

Ideal candidates have APQP experience, ISO knowledge, and strong communication with vendors and internal teams. Bachelor’s degree and ASQ certification are preferred.