Supplier Quality Specialist

Stevanato Group; Fishers (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily meal stipend

100% employer-paid Dental and Vision benefits

3 weeks of PTO, 10 paid holidays, 8 sick days

PTO 3 weeks

10 holidays

8 sick days

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Fishers is seeking a Supplier Quality Specialist to oversee the qualification and certification of suppliers ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The role includes developing robust supplier management processes, collaborating with various teams, and conducting quality audits. Ideal candidates should have a degree in engineering and 3-7 years of experience in supplier quality. The company offers competitive benefits including employer-paid dental and vision, a meal stipend, and generous PTO policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field.
• 3-7 years of experience in a supplier quality role.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Open to industry (Pharmaceutical Manufacturing).

Responsibilities

• Deploy robust processes for supplier qualification and certification.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide technical feedback.
• Execute quality specifications for materials, products, and services.
• Conduct root cause analyses to resolve quality issues.
• Analyze complaint trends and propose improvement actions.
• Maintain supplier documentation and guidelines in the QMS.
• Liaise with internal teams and external partners to ensure alignment and training on supplier quality topics.

Skills

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

3-7 years of experience in a supplier quality role

Open to industry (Pharmaceutical Manufacturing)

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

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Mission

The Supplier Quality Specialist is responsible for executing activities related to the qualification and certification of suppliers, ensuring their compliance with product and process regulatory requirements, quality standards, and customer expectations. This role supports the achievement of high-quality service delivery by effectively implementing the Quality Management System, contributing to cross‑functional processes, and providing expertise in supplier quality management.

Key Responsibilities

1. Supplier Quality Management

• Deploy robust, systematic processes for supplier qualification and certification.
• Serve as a single point of contact for quality issues related to suppliers.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain, Operations, and Commercial teams to provide technical feedback and reports.

2. Supplier Quality Operational Processes

• Execute quality specifications for materials, products, and services supplied.
• Participate in new product launches and validate supplier capabilities.
• Monitor supplier process changes and apply methodologies like PPAP.
• Conduct root cause analyses to resolve quality issues.

3. Supplier Qualification Process Management

• Develop procedures and questionnaires for supplier qualification and certification.
• Support Procurement in supplier selection, assessing process capabilities and risk.

4. Supplier Quality Audit Management

• Coordinate and perform supplier audits to evaluate service quality and compliance.
• Follow up on audit actions and status of supplier certification.

5. Monitoring and Reporting

• Analyze complaint trends, product quality data, and supplier performance.
• Propose and implement continuous improvement actions and KPIs.

6. Guideline, Procedures and Document Management

• Maintain a supplier repository and related documentation.
• Ensure a consistent approach to supplier issues, aligned with QMS standards.
• Review and update procedures with cross‑functional input.

7. Relationship Management

• Act as a liaison with key internal teams and external partners.
• Drive awareness and training on supplier quality topics to ensure alignment and compliance.

Skills & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field
• 3-7 years of experience in a supplier quality role
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Open to industry ( Pharmaceutical Manufacturing )

Why Should You Work With Us?

• Brand new facility located in the Fishers Life Sciences and Innovation Park
• Cafeteria onsite serving breakfast, lunch, and snacks – employees receive a daily meal stipend
• 100% employer‑paid Dental and Vision benefits
• Modern space with brand new technology, climate‑controlled production floor
• Opportunity for growth, development, and advancement
• 3 weeks of PTO, 10 paid holidays, 8 sick days

Additional Information

Seniority level: Associate

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Supply Chain