Supplier Quality Engineer

Daikin Applied Americas • Faribault, MN

16d • Onsite

About The Position

Join the world's largest HVAC company, named by Forbes as one of America's Best-In-State Employers 2025! Supplier Quality Engineer – Owatonna, MN or Faribault, MN – Onsite Make your mark at the world’s largest HVAC company Daikin Applied is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer! This position will manage the processes governing supplier quality. The Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) will interface with the supplier base and cross functional business units to qualify new suppliers, new parts, resolve nonconformities, and drive continuous process and product improvements. Come be a part of an exciting journey at Daikin Applied, where innovation and excellence drive our every endeavor! Location: In office - Owatonna, MN or Faribault, MN What you will do: Assess supplier performance by performing analytical analysis. Report and communicate analysis findings with recommendations for improvement Establish regular contact mechanisms with current suppliers and potential new suppliers regarding projects, self-assessments, qualifications, and supplier on-site audit planning Assess potential new suppliers and making recommendations based on thorough vetting processes Issue supplier level corrective actions (SCARs) and assisting suppliers in implementing the corrective actions Monitor SCARs to ensure response and effectiveness Act as the representative for quality during new product development and supplier transition projects Identify PPAP levels and PPAP approval Manage multiple projects ensuring project milestones are achieved Supplier Change Request engagement as required to support supplier changes Other duties as required Some travel may be required up to 15% domestic and international What’s in it for you: The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our best If you're looking for an engaging career with growth opportunities in a supportive environment, you'll love a career at Daikin Applied! Building a more sustainable planet. Creating comfortable, healthy spaces for people to connect, live and work. Perfecting the air we share. Daikin Applied is not just an HVAC company. We're part of a global technology powerhouse that uses Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) to transform the world. We're innovators and leaders. Not only as a business, but as individuals. And we are honored to say we were named to Forbes' America's Best-In-State Employers list for 2025, ranking #1 in Minnesota for Manufacturing and Engineering. We invest in our people, and our people invest in our customers and communities. This mutual commitment is the reason for our dynamic growth. So is an inclusive culture that encourages everyone to come to work as their whole selves and come together as a team that welcomes unique ideas, perspectives and backgrounds. You see, we're not just innovating on the outside. We're innovating on the inside to unlock people's unlimited potential and bring out the diverse and groundbreaking ideas that will help us solve today's most pressing challenges. That's why Daikin offers more than a job. Here's where you'll be heard, be valued, belong -- and be able to make your mark. Not finding the right fit? Let us know you're interested in a future opportunity by clicking Get Started below or create an account by clicking 'Sign In' at the top of the page to set up email alerts as new job postings become available that meet your interest!

Requirements

• Bachelor Degree in engineering or related technical field
• 3+ Years of related experience or training
• Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position

Nice To Haves

• 5+ years of experience in industrial, mechanical, or HVAC
• Professional certifications such as ASQ, Six Sigma or similar

Responsibilities

• Assess supplier performance by performing analytical analysis.
• Report and communicate analysis findings with recommendations for improvement
• Establish regular contact mechanisms with current suppliers and potential new suppliers regarding projects, self-assessments, qualifications, and supplier on-site audit planning
• Assess potential new suppliers and making recommendations based on thorough vetting processes
• Issue supplier level corrective actions (SCARs) and assisting suppliers in implementing the corrective actions
• Monitor SCARs to ensure response and effectiveness
• Act as the representative for quality during new product development and supplier transition projects
• Identify PPAP levels and PPAP approval
• Manage multiple projects ensuring project milestones are achieved
• Supplier Change Request engagement as required to support supplier changes
• Other duties as required
• Some travel may be required up to 15% domestic and international

Benefits

• Daikin Applied offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
• Multiple medical insurance plan options + dental and vision insurance
• 401K retirement plan with employer match
• Paid time off and company paid holidays
• Paid sick time in accordance with the federal, state and local law
• Tuition Reimbursement after 6 months of continuous service
• The typical annual base salary for this position ranges from $74,200 - $120,700 in Minnesota.
• The range displayed represents the pay range for all positions in the job grade which this position falls.
• Individual base pay will depend on a wide range of factors including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees