Supplier Quality Engineer

SUPPLIER QUALITY ENGINEER (Permanent)
Our client, a global manufacturing organization with headquarters in WNY, is looking to add a Supplier Quality Engineer to their growing team.

Responsibilities:

• Establish, implement, and continuously enhance quality systems and manufacturing processes that support safety, quality, delivery, and cost goals through collaboration with internal stakeholders and external suppliers
  
• Perform Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) activities, create Process Flow Diagrams, Process Failure Mode & Effects Analysis (PFMEAs), Control Plans, and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) submissions for new/existing products
  
• Review engineering drawings and design requirements to point out Critical‑to‑Quality (CTQ) qualities & risk areas to ensure proper controls, measurement methods, and inspection strategies are being utilized
  
• Collaborate with various internal team members (Engineering, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain) during product development and change management to ensure quality requirements are effectively communicated to suppliers
  
• Develop supplier quality documentation and review/approve
  
• Develop and analyze supplier process controls/quality metrics to ensure compliance with engineering specifications, customer expectations, and industry standards
  
• Perform qualification processes for new suppliers to ensure readiness for successful product launches
  
• Conduct risk assessments and root cause analysis as supplier-related nonconformances occur; identify issues/gaps and implement corrective actions
  
• Actively participate in supplier audits/assessments vs. manufacturing processes, quality systems, inspection methods, process controls, and compliance
  
• Track performance using key quality indicators, identify improvement opportunities, and lead supplier development initiatives to improve overall operational performance
  
• Investigate customer complaints/issues as they relate to supplied components, identifying errors and implementing corrective actions
  
• Review and approve prototypes/pre‑production samples using product lifecycle management tools and internal quality systems
  
• Oversee warranty investigations and follow through to ensure issues are resolved in a timely manner
  
• Utilize Lean Manufacturing/Six Sigma and other quality methodologies to improve manufacturing efficiency and supplier quality
  
• Work well both independently and in a team environment—collaborate with global team members to create universal standard procedures, inspection methodologies, etc.
  
• Other duties as assigned/as necessary
  

Details:

• Position is full-time, direct hire
  
• 25-40% travel to supplier/manufacturing locations
  
• 100% in-office
  
• $75,000 - $95,000 annually depending on experience
  
• Bachelors degree in Mechanical engineering; higher education (Masters/Ph.D.) are a strong asset
  
• 3+ years’ experience in an engineering/ quality control environment
  
• Experience with ISO 9001, 14002, ASME HI, and Fire Pump listings
  
• Knowledge of inspection processes by using standard lab instruments, GO – NO GO, and functional gauges
  
• Proficient computer skills
  
• Excellent communication skills
  
• Strong organization skills and time management skills
  
• Strong attention to detail
  
• Self-motivated
  
• Relocation not available 
  
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States; Visa sponsorship is not available
  
• All employees and applicants, please know that you have access at all times to New York State and Federal Labor Laws and Posters at the Government Agency websites: https://dol.ny.gov/posting-requirements-0; https://www.dol.gov/general/topics/posters#workplace-posters