Technician, Supplier Quality Engineering

Schneider Electric•Goodyear, AZ

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Join us as a Supplier Quality Engineer and become the technical expert who ensures our supply chain delivers excellence. You'll lead quality operations, solve complex supplier challenges, and drive measurable improvements that impact our customers.

Requirements

Supplier Quality Management – strong level; managing supplier performance in high-pressure manufacturing environments
Problem Solving and Root Cause Analysis – strong level; driving 8D, containment and corrective actions to closure
Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) – advanced level; validating supplier capability and documentation
Urgency and Accountability – strong level; acting quickly, owning outcomes, and delivering results under pressure
Communication and Collaboration – strong level; working effectively with suppliers and plant teams
Statistical and Quality Tools – strong level; applying PFMEA, control plans, and basic statistical analysis
Auditing – intermediate level; evaluating supplier processes and quality systems
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field
Professional experience in supplier quality or quality function
Manufacturing process knowledge, mainly for mechanical components
Good knowledge of 8Ds, Problem solving tools, PPAP, QMS, Auditing
Expertise in using MS office (Particularly excel extract, pivot table etc)
Strong Communication and ability to influence skills
Able to work in matrix organization
Eager to learn, adapt and be flexible

Responsibilities

Own corrective action processes with suppliers, including 8D follow-up, root cause validation, and implementation of permanent solutions.
Ensure strong execution of containment, correction and mitigation plans with clear timelines and accountability.
Coordinate RMA processes and supplier return authorizations to avoid excess quarantine inventory and operational delays.
Monitor and manage supplier-related quarantined material, ensuring no aging beyond acceptable limits and quick disposition.
Perform PPAP approvals, including documentation review and dimensional validations to ensure supplier readiness.
Track and document supplier quality issues, maintaining clear records and driving closure with urgency and ownership.
Build strong relationships with plant teams, maintaining close communication with production and quality to ensure fast decision-making and alignment.
Continuously assess supplier performance and drive improvements in material quality and process stability.