Plant Supplier Quality Engineer

XNRGY Climate Systems•Mesa, AZ

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Plant Supplier Quality Engineer protects plant operations from supplier-related quality disruptions and ensures production continuity in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This position serves as the first line of defense between incoming supplier material and production. The Plant QE will monitor supplier quality performance, lead containment activities, investigate supplier-related non-conformances, drive corrective actions, and proactively identify supplier risks before they impact production. Working cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Engineering, Procurement/Sourcing, Corporate Supplier Quality, and external suppliers, this individual will play a critical role in preventing line stoppages and continuously improving supplier quality performance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or another related engineering field.
3+ years of experience in Supplier Quality, Manufacturing Quality, or a closely related quality engineering role within a manufacturing environment.
Strong experience with supplier non-conformance and corrective action management.
Demonstrated experience leading containment activities and mitigating production line-stoppage risks.
Strong knowledge of structured problem-solving methodologies including 8D, 5-Why, and Root Cause Analysis.
Working knowledge of core quality tools including SPC, PFMEA, Control Plans, and corrective action systems.
Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical requirements.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong communication and supplier management skills.
Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities in a high-urgency, fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience within HVAC, industrial equipment, automotive, aerospace, heavy manufacturing, or another complex engineered-product manufacturing environment.
Experience conducting or supporting supplier audits and quality inspections.
Knowledge of ISO 9001 quality management systems.
Lean, Six Sigma, or similar continuous improvement training or certification.
Experience working directly with suppliers to resolve quality and production issues.
Spanish speaking capabilities.

Responsibilities

Monitor daily supplier quality performance, including PPM, line disruptions, repeat defects, and other key supplier quality metrics.
Maintain supplier quality dashboards and identify trends requiring corrective action or escalation.
Identify high-risk and underperforming suppliers and proactively implement mitigation plans to protect production continuity.
Lead immediate containment activities for supplier-related non-conformances.
Coordinate sorting, rework, material segregation, controlled shipping, and other containment activities.
Ensure suspect or non-conforming supplier material does not negatively impact production.
Respond quickly to supplier quality issues that could create production delays or line stoppages.
Issue, manage, and track supplier Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs).
Lead structured root cause analysis using methodologies such as 8D and 5-Why.
Work directly with suppliers to develop and implement sustainable corrective and preventive actions.
Validate the effectiveness of corrective actions prior to closure.
Identify repeat or chronic supplier issues and escalate when appropriate.
Proactively identify supplier quality risks that could impact manufacturing operations.
Develop mitigation and recovery plans for high-risk supplier situations.
Escalate chronic, high-impact, or unresolved supplier quality issues through established governance processes.
Support the plant in minimizing supplier-related production interruptions and quality costs.
Partner closely with Manufacturing, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Procurement/Sourcing, and Corporate Supplier Quality to resolve supplier-related issues.
Support new product launches, engineering changes, and production changes from a supplier and plant quality risk perspective.
Communicate supplier quality concerns clearly and effectively to internal stakeholders and suppliers.
Provide technical quality support during urgent production and supplier situations.
Maintain accurate supplier quality records, including NCRs, deviations, corrective actions, containment activities, and supplier performance documentation.
Ensure supplier compliance with applicable ISO, UL, regulatory, engineering, and plant-specific requirements.
Support supplier audits and quality inspections as required.
Ensure appropriate quality documentation is maintained and available to support plant and supplier quality activities.