Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE)
About The Position
Join a manufacturing leader with over 50 years of excellence, where every role contributes to building reliable transportation solutions that people depend on everyday across the United States and Canada. At ENC, we prioritize safety, quality, innovation, collaboration, and continuous growth – creating vehicles our teams can take pride in. Founded in 1975, ENC (ElDorado National – California) is a leading U.S. transportation manufacturer specializing in design, engineering, and end-to-end production of heavy-duty buses, shuttles, and cargo vehicles through a custom-build, mixed-model assembly process. Each vehicle is produced in our purpose-built facility in Riverside, California supporting public agencies and private transportation providers nationwide. We offer one of the industry’s widest portfolios of power options, including 100% battery-electric, diesel-electric hybrid, CNG, and clean diesel. ENC is committed to revitalizing American manufacturing through innovation, customer focus, and the delivery of high-quality vehicles that keep communities connected, supported, and moving forward.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical, or a related field) or equivalent experience.
- At least 3-5 years of experience in quality engineering or supplier quality management.
- Experience with supplier audits, inspections, and quality control processes.
- Strong knowledge of quality control methodologies, standards (e.g., ISO 9001, IATF 16949, or other relevant industry standards).
- Proficiency in root cause analysis and problem-solving techniques.
- Experience with statistical tools (SPC, DOE) and quality software systems (e.g., SAP, Minitab, etc.).
- Strong communication skills for working with suppliers and internal teams.
- Problem-solving and analytical thinking.
- Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks.
- Willingness to travel to supplier locations, as required.
Nice To Haves
- ASQ (American Society for Quality) certifications (e.g., CQE, CQA) are a plus.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the evaluation and selection of suppliers based on quality performance, production capabilities, and cost efficiency.
- Conduct supplier assessments and audits to ensure quality systems meet company requirements.
- Perform regular supplier audits and inspections to verify compliance with quality standards and regulatory requirements.
- Develop and implement quality control plans to monitor supplier performance.
- Collaborate with suppliers to address quality issues and provide guidance on improvement processes.
- Investigate and resolve supplier quality issues, including product defects or failures.
- Lead or support root cause analysis (e.g., 5 Whys, Fishbone Diagrams) and corrective action processes for non-conformances.
- Collaborate with suppliers to ensure corrective actions are implemented and sustained.
- Work closely with suppliers to improve their quality systems, processes, and product quality.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives such as Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, and other methodologies.
- Develop and maintain quality documentation, including inspection plans, specifications, and reports.
- Monitor and report supplier performance metrics (e.g., supplier scorecards, defect rates, on-time delivery).
- Document non-conformances, deviations, and corrective actions taken.
- Collaborate with internal teams such as Purchasing, Manufacturing, Engineering, and R&D to ensure that supplier quality aligns with company standards.
- Provide quality input during new product development and product lifecycle management.
- Track and evaluate supplier performance based on quality, delivery, and cost.
- Coordinate with the procurement team to ensure the timely delivery of quality materials and components.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package: Medical (including FSA & HSA), dental, vision, life and disability insurance, EAP, mental health, and wellness programs
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid time off and twelve (12) paid holidays
- Employee referral program
- Career growth and development opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
