Supplier Quality Engineer

Millennium Print Group • Raleigh, NC

10h • Onsite

About The Position

Millennium Print Group (MPG), a subsidiary of The Pokémon Company International, is a leading manufacturer of trading card games and collectibles located in North Carolina's Research Triangle Park and Piedmont Triad regions. Founded in 2014, MPG has experienced significant growth, nearly tripling in size since 2019, and is known for its exceptional quality, customer focus, and market agility. The company is seeking an experienced Supplier Quality Engineer to join their forward-thinking, high-performing team.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 4+ years of experience in quality, process engineering, or manufacturing engineering roles.
• Strong knowledge of quality management systems (ISO 9001, or equivalent).
• Experience with supplier audits, SCAR management, and root cause analysis.
• Proficiency in SPC, Gauge R&R, Control Plans, and First Article Inspection processes.
• Strong analytical skills with experience using data analysis and reporting tools (Excel, Power BI).
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Nice To Haves

• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification preferred.
• Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Certified Supplier Quality Professional (CSQP) preferred.
• Experience with automation technologies and inspection systems (vision systems, laser measurement, barcode scanning) preferred.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) communication skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain supplier quality requirements, specifications, and inspection protocols.
• Lead supplier audits and assessments to verify compliance with ISO/QMS and customer-specific requirements.
• Qualify new suppliers and manage supplier onboarding from a quality perspective.
• Own the Supplier Corrective Action Request (SCAR) process—initiate, track, and verify effectiveness of corrective actions.
• Establish and maintain chain-of-custody programs for controlled materials and traceability.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA) for supplier-related quality issues.
• Collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to resolve recurring quality problems and prevent production disruptions.
• Apply structured problem-solving methodologies (8D, 5 Why, Fishbone) to drive sustainable solutions.
• Support First Article Inspection (FAI), Control Plan development, and Gauge R&R studies for supplier components.
• Track and report supplier performance using SPC, trend analysis, and quality metrics.
• Develop and maintain Power BI dashboards and visual KPIs to communicate supplier quality performance to stakeholders.
• Analyze incoming inspection data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Contribute to the development of an overall supplier quality index to inform sourcing and business decisions.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within supplier quality processes using lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Partner with procurement, engineering, operations, and IT to align supplier quality goals with business objectives.
• Support automation and technology integration (e.g., vision systems, barcode scanning) to enhance inspection accuracy and traceability.
• Participate in CapEx projects related to supplier quality automation and process optimization.
• Ensure supplier documentation and quality records meet internal and regulatory standards.
• Maintain inspection records, sampling plans, and quality trend visibility.
• Support internal and external audits as they relate to supplier quality.

Benefits

• Competitive salary + bonus eligibility
• Comprehensive benefits package
• 100% Employer-paid medical, dental base plan, vision, life/AD&D, and short-term and long-term disability
• Subsidizing premiums for medical, dental, and vision for employee dependents
• 401(k) Plan with up to a 6% (dollar for dollar) Employer match
• Health Savings/Flexible Spending Account options
• Paid time off, including 10 company-paid holidays, plus 1 floating holiday
• Employee Assistance Program
• Comprehensive relocation package available for qualified candidates

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level