Supplier Quality Engineer
Smiths Group•Morton Grove, IL
•$72,500 - $90,000
About The Position
The Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) drives supplier quality performance, resolves quality issues, and leads continuous improvement initiatives. The role partners with suppliers and internal Engineering, Operations, and Procurement teams to ensure high-quality products and reliable supplier performance. It reports to the Operations Quality Manager.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
- Experience in Supplier Quality, Quality Engineering, or Manufacturing Quality within a complex manufacturing environment.
- Strong knowledge of ISO 9001 and Quality Management Systems (QMS).
- Experience with quality tools such as FMEA, PPAP, Control Plans, Root Cause Analysis, Corrective Actions, Lean, Kaizen, and 5S.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data visualization tools such as Power BI.
- Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrated ability to drive results, influence stakeholders, and lead continuous improvement initiatives.
- U.S. Citizenship is mandatory due to government contract obligations associated with this role.
Responsibilities
- Drive supplier quality and delivery performance improvements.
- Lead supplier corrective actions, root cause investigations, and issue resolution.
- Conduct supplier audits and ensure compliance with ISO 9001 standards.
- Analyze non-conformances and implement preventive and corrective actions.
- Support supplier qualification, first article submissions, and ongoing supplier development.
- Review FMEAs, Control Plans, PPAPs, and related quality documentation.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to improve process capability and product quality.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation and benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
