Supplier Quality Engineer/Supplier Development Engineer

Husqvarna Construction Products North America, Inc.; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with matching

Job summary

Husqvarna Construction Products North America, Inc. in Olathe, KS is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to ensure that all purchased materials meet quality standards and support assembly facilities.

This role involves collaborating with development teams, managing supplier qualification, overseeing quality deviations, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, relevant experience, and knowledge of quality management systems. The position offers competitive salary and full benefits.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of relevant experience in manufacturing or purchasing.
• Certified Supplier Quality Professional (ASQ) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with new product development teams for supplier quality planning.
• Assess and select suppliers to meet quality benchmarks.
• Oversee disposition of non-conforming materials and corrective actions.
• Contribute to product and process improvement initiatives.

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Husqvarna Construction is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to join our Olathe, KS team. The role ensures that all purchased materials meet rigorous quality standards, supports the assembly facility, and drives supplier development and quality assurance.

What You’ll Do

• Process Assurance – Collaborate with new product development teams to provide supplier quality planning and risk assessment. Define APQP requirements for new parts and oversee supplier APQP processes, including PPAP. Actively participate in project meetings, engineering reviews, and manufacturing pilots to ensure quality standards are maintained from design to production.
• Supplier Qualification & Development – Partner with Sourcing to assess, select, and improve supplier performance to meet quality benchmarks. Conduct comprehensive Supplier Quality Audits, implement corrective actions, and educate suppliers on our quality assurance standards and best practices.
• Quality Deviation Management – Oversee disposition and cost recovery of non‑conforming materials, working closely with Quality Control on fault classification and escalation. Develop and implement incoming inspection plans and facilitate root cause analysis and corrective actions (8D), ensuring effective solutions are validated. Report key quality metrics, including PPM reject rates and quality issues, to the Global Supplier Quality Engineering Manager.
• Continuous Improvement Initiatives – Contribute to product and process improvement by identifying supplier quality risks and recommending preventive actions. Partner with design teams to enhance component manufacturability and quality, aligning with best practices for continuous improvement.

Key Skills & Knowledge

• Solid expertise in supplier quality assurance, auditing practices, and quality management systems.
• Proficiency with MS Office and familiarity with measurement systems, assembly procedures, and mechanical drawings.
• Practical knowledge of machinery operation, quality auditing, and improvement tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required, with 3–5 years of relevant experience in manufacturing or purchasing.
• Certified Supplier Quality Professional (ASQ) preferred.

Working Conditions

Exposure to diverse manufacturing environments and approximately 20% travel, primarily local or domestic within a 3‑hour drive.

We Offer

• Competitive salary.
• Full benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance at date of hire.
• 401(k) with matching and no vesting.
• Employee purchase discount on Husqvarna products.
• Education assistance program.
• Paid parental leave and additional benefits.

Husqvarna is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity in all of our employment practices, including selection, hiring, assignment, re‑assignment, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline and termination. Husqvarna prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation in employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, disability, service member status or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.