Supplier Quality Engineer (Mechanical)

Trimble • Dayton, OH

12d • Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated Supplier Quality Engineer to manage the complete quality lifecycle of our mechanical suppliers. This role is crucial for ensuring the excellence and reliability of parts from casting, machining, metal fabrication, and other metal forming companies. You will be a key leader in our organization, driving proactive quality strategies from supplier selection through to continuous improvement, while also providing critical oversight and recovery actions for quality-related issues. We are seeking a professional with a strong work ethic, a passion for quality, and a proactive mindset who takes full ownership and accountability for their work.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or Material Science.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in a supplier quality engineering role, with a strong focus on mechanical parts such as castings, machined components, and metal fabrications.
• Demonstrated expertise in quality methodologies and tools, including the 8D process and statistical process control (SPC) with a focus on Cpk .
• Proven ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and influence projects, stakeholders, and suppliers.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills, coupled with a high degree of accountability.
• Willingness to travel up to 25% , including international travel, to conduct supplier audits and support on-site quality events.

Responsibilities

• Supplier Lifecycle Management: Lead the quality aspect of the entire supplier lifecycle, from New Supplier Selection to ongoing performance monitoring and continuous improvement.
• Proactive Quality Assurance: Facilitate and lead Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Ramp Readiness (RR) programs to ensure new product introductions are successful and quality standards are met from the start.
• Performance Monitoring: Proactively monitor Key Characteristics and analyze Cpk data to identify and address any potential process drift at the supplier level.
• Corrective Actions: Facilitate the formal 8D process for supplier-related issues, driving timely and effective Supplier Corrective Actions .
• Problem Resolution: Act as a strong leader to manage projects and lead teams to recover from revenue-gating quality problems , ensuring minimal impact on production and revenue.
• Continuous Improvement: Drive and implement continuous improvement actions at key suppliers to enhance overall quality, efficiency, and reliability.
• Collaboration: Work effectively both independently and as part of a team, collaborating with internal engineering, commodity management, and product teams as well as external supplier partners.

Benefits

• Trimble offers comprehensive core benefits that include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Time off plans and retirement plans.
• Most of our businesses also offer tax savings plans for health, dependent care and commuter expenses as well as Paid Parental Leave and Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees