Job Title: Supplier Quality Engineer

Schedule: 8am-5pm, M-F

Salary Pay: $75-85k

Location: Mesquite, TX

Position Type: Direct Hire

The Supplier Quality Engineer ensures that products and services from external suppliers meet company quality standards, align with the Quality Management System, and comply with quality policies. This role focuses on supplier selection, development, audits, and continuous improvement efforts to minimize defects, variation, and waste, while maximizing customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities:

• Assess and qualify new suppliers through audits and evaluations.

• Lead supplier development strategies and performance metrics.

• Conduct quality and validation audits for suppliers.

• Serve as the main point of contact for quality-related issues with suppliers.

• Own and improve the Product Part Approval Processes (PPAP).

• Maintain accurate records of supplier quality metrics and audit reports.

• Monitor supplier product quality and performance, addressing any issues and their impact.

• Prepare reports for management on supplier performance and quality trends.

• Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure supplier processes meet product requirements.

• Manage root cause analysis and corrective actions for supplier quality issues.

• Promote continuous improvement techniques (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma, Poka-Yoke, FMEA).

• Manage supplier Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and PPM (Parts Per Million) rates.

• Stay informed of changes in the supply chain and advise on their impact.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Experience with supplier audits and quality improvement methodologies (e.g., Six Sigma, Lean).

• Strong communication, interpersonal, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Working Conditions:

• Travel to supplier locations (up to 20%) may be required.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects.

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