Supplier Quality Engineer

Pohlad Companies•Shoreview, MN

5d•$95,000 - $120,000

About The Position

The Supplier Quality Engineer owns PAR Systems’ supplier evaluation and qualification process and helps suppliers meet demanding quality and project requirements. The role manages the approved supplier list, leads supplier audits, oversees supplier nonconformances and corrective actions, and works directly with suppliers to strengthen their quality programs. Its primary focus is developing the Nuclear supply chain, with support for supplier quality across Aerospace and Life Science markets. NQA-1 knowledge and auditing experience are essential to the role’s focus. The position drives supplier performance in alignment with company, customer, and regulatory standards. It works across Supply Chain, Engineering, Project Management, Quality, and supplier organizations to select and develop capable suppliers, coordinate project-specific quality activities, address supplier risks, and support compliance and continuous improvement. The role requires travel of 25–50% and the ability to work safely in manufacturing environments with machinery, noise, and variable temperatures.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Assurance, Supply Chain Management, or a related field; supplier quality experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
At least 8 years of experience in supplier quality, supplier development, quality engineering, or a similar role in a highly regulated, supplier-dependent environment.
Experience planning and conducting quality audits as a Lead Auditor, documenting findings, and following corrective actions through closure.
Ability to interpret technical specifications, drawings, purchase orders, and quality requirements.
Familiarity with material traceability, special process controls, fabrication, welding, machining, inspection and testing, and supplier quality documentation.
Strong organization, technical writing, and communication skills.
Ability to travel 25–50%.
Ability to work safely in manufacturing environments with machinery, noise, and variable temperatures.
Must be a US Person.

Nice To Haves

Direct experience and working knowledge of NQA-1, 10CFR50 Appendix B, ASME BPVC Section III, or ISO 19443.
Knowledge of AS9100 and/or ISO 13485.
NQA-1 Lead Auditor qualification or documented NQA-1 auditor experience.

Responsibilities

Partner with Supply Chain, Engineering, Project Management, and Quality to select suppliers capable of meeting technical, quality, and documentation requirements.
Coordinate project-specific supplier quality activities, including quality plans, inspection and test plans, hold points, source surveillance, and documentation reviews, as applicable.
Own and maintain supplier evaluation, qualification, approval, and re-evaluation processes, including regular on-site audits.
Manage the approved supplier list and keep supplier approval status, scope, limitations, and supporting records accurate and current.
Work with key suppliers to identify gaps and develop their quality programs and processes to meet regulatory and project-specific requirements.
Issue and manage supplier nonconformances and Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCARs); coordinate resolution, evaluate root cause analyses, and verify corrective action implementation and effectiveness.
Communicate supplier risks early and collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to resolve issues and minimize supply chain disruptions.