Supply Quality Engineer

nVent • Anoka, MN

8d • $76,000 - $141,100 • Hybrid

About The Position

This position can be based in either our Blaine or Anoka sites supporting our data center solutions products. Relocation support provided. In this high-impact role, you won't just be checking boxes; you will be the primary bridge between our customers, engineering teams, and global supply base, ensuring we maintain a "zero-defect" mindset.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree, preferred in an engineering discipline.
• 3+ years in Supplier Quality-related functions.
• Proficiency in root cause analysis (RCCA, 8D, 3L5Y, ISHIKAWA) as well in Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) and its elements including PFMEA, Process Control Plan, Capability Studies, MSA.

Nice To Haves

• CQE, CMQ, CQA, or APQP certifications.
• ISO 9001:2015 Internal Auditor training.
• Training in Six Sigma, Lean, and Process Improvement.

Responsibilities

• Act as the critical link between production, program teams, and suppliers to resolve quality issues and ensure seamless delivery.
• Establish deep, collaborative relationships with internal engineering and sourcing teams to identify and mitigate production risks before they happen.
• Lead Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) activities and Kaizen events, fostering an environment where quality is the top priority.
• Evaluate supplier robustness, validate the effectiveness of their actions, and lead supplier engagement and cadences.
• Participate in audits and lead the Supplier PPAP process to maintain the highest manufacturing excellence.
• This role includes the opportunity to travel (up to 30%) to visit supplier locations and work hands-on with our partners.

Benefits

• Relocation support provided.
• Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance.
• A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan — both include a company match.
• Tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and/or legal & identity theft protection.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level