Supplier Quality Engineer - Traverse City Area

the-pivot-group-careers; Traverse City (MI); On-site; USD 78,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group in Traverse City, MI is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to develop supplier quality programs and perform supplier audits. The role focuses on resolving quality issues and driving improvements with suppliers across development and production.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's degree in engineering and 3+ years in quality engineering, with knowledge of ISO 9001, IATF 16949, SPC, 8D, and FMEA. Experience with supplier audits and corrective actions is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field.
• 3+ years experience in quality engineering, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of quality management systems (ISO 9001, IATF 16949).
• Proficiency in SPC, root cause analysis, and problem-solving methodologies (8D, FMEA).
• Experience conducting supplier audits and driving corrective actions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement supplier quality improvement programs.
• Conduct supplier audits and assessments to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Investigate and resolve supplier-related quality issues, including root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define supplier quality requirements for new product development.
• Monitor and report on key supplier quality performance metrics.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives with suppliers to enhance product quality and reliability.

Skills

SPC

Root cause analysis

8D

FMEA

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Tools

Minitab

JMP

Job description

Supplier Quality Engineer | Traverse City, MI

Salary Range: $78,000 - $111,000 depending on experience

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement supplier quality improvement programs.
• Conduct supplier audits and assessments to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Investigate and resolve supplier-related quality issues, including root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define supplier quality requirements for new product development.
• Monitor and report on key supplier quality performance metrics.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives with suppliers to enhance product quality and reliability.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical field.
• 3+ years experience in quality engineering, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001, IATF 16949).
• Proficiency in statistical process control (SPC), root cause analysis, and problem-solving methodologies (e.g., 8D, FMEA).
• Experience conducting supplier audits and driving corrective actions.

Bonus Qualifications

• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or other relevant ASQ certifications
• Experience with advanced quality tools such as Six Sigma, Lean, or similar methodologies
• Familiarity with PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) or APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning) processes
• Proficiency in statistical analysis software (e.g., Minitab, JMP)
• Experience with various manufacturing processes (e.g., machining, casting, injection molding)

Job Titles That Should Apply

Supplier Quality Engineer, SQE, Vendor Quality Engineer, Quality Engineer - Supply Chain, Supplier Quality Assurance Engineer, Supply Chain Quality Engineer, Quality Assurance Engineer - Suppliers, External Quality Engineer, Procurement Quality Engineer, SQA Engineer