Sr. Supplier Quality Engineer

Nordson

Clinton, South Carolina

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Auditing, Continuous Improvement, Corrective Action, Develop Methodologies, Electronics, Lean Six Sigma, Manufacturing, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, Mentoring, Operational Improvement, Performance Reviews, Printed Circuit Board Assembly (PCBA), Process Improvement, Process Quality, Purchasing/Procurement, Quality Engineering, Risk Management, Root Cause Analysis, Sales Qualification, Technical Leadership, Trend Analysis, Vendor/Supplier Evaluation, Vendor/Supplier Quality Management, Vendor/Supplier Selection
LOCATION
Clinton, South Carolina
POSTED
17 days ago

We are seeking a Senior Supplier Quality Engineer to lead supplier quality performance, drive continuous improvement, and serve as a technical authority across supplier, manufacturing, and engineering functions. This role requires strong independence, decision‑making capability, and the ability to influence suppliers and internal stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead supplier quality management activities, including audits, performance reviews, and corrective action closure
  • Own supplier corrective and preventive action processes and ensure sustainable improvements
  • Lead new supplier qualification and new part approval activities
  • Analyze quality trends, reduce DPPM, and mitigate supply risk
  • Partner with Engineering, Purchasing, and Operations to improve product and process quality
  • Support and lead internal, customer, and certification audits
  • Mentor and provide technical guidance to Quality Engineers and technicians

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical field
  • 8+ years of experience in Supplier Quality or Manufacturing Quality Engineering
  • Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes and quality systems
  • Proven experience with root cause analysis, Lean / Six Sigma methodologies, and supplier development
  • Experience working independently with suppliers and cross‑functional teams
  • Electronics / PCBA experience and IPC knowledge are a plus

About the Company

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