Supplier Quality Engineer

Overview:

Under the general direction of the Quality Leader, this position is accountable for the coordination of obtaining design/process compatibility with existing parts and products. Functioning as a key member of multiple functional teams determining the capability of existing and new suppliers.

 

This position is located On-Site in Ripon, WI.

Responsibilities:

Responsibilities

• SQE is responsible for tracking resolutions of supplier quality/productivity top issues.
• The Supplier Quality Engineer supports the effort of the new design introduction.
• Provide reject and warranty data to the management team for analysis.
• Determination of inspection/test equipment required to assess the conformance to specifications.
• Member of the process review team, helping Product Engineering introduce purchased and manufactured components.
• Determines and proposes statistical process controls for appropriate suppliers' processes.
• Initiates and leads technical reviews of supplied parts and the supplier's quality management system (QMS).
• Maintains quality documentation at test and audit to engineering specifications.
• Supervises quality process control and audit personnel assigned.

Qualifications:

Knowledge/Experience:

• 2-4 years of experience in quality assurance and/or control preferred
• Support Supplier Audits & Assessment: Conduct on-site or virtual audits to evaluate supplier quality systems and process capability.
• Part Qualification: Manage the PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) or similar qualification processes for new parts.
• Root Cause Analysis: Investigate non-conforming materials and drive corrective/preventive actions (SCARs/CAPA).
• Experience analyzing and facilitating APQP processes with the ability to coach and develop internal teams in support of supplier product qualifications and launch readiness.
• Performance Monitoring: Track supplier KPIs (e.g., defects per million, on-time delivery) and conduct performance reviews.
• Background in QMS management in a certified ISO or IATF organization.
• Functional knowledge of statistical concepts as applied to the field of Quality Assurance.
• Experience in a project team environment is beneficial.
• Collaboration: Work with design and manufacturing engineering to define component specifications and tolerances.
• Continuous Improvement: Drive lean manufacturing and quality improvement initiatives at supplier locations.

 

Skills and Abilities:

• Problem-solving ability, effective communication skills and diplomacy required.
• Experience evaluating supplier's quality systems and ability to facilitate process improvements.
• Blueprint reading and ability to interpret standards such as ASTM.
• Demonstrated strong computer skills in Microsoft applications.
• Knowledge of SAP is beneficial.

 

Education:

• BS degree in Engineering, Quality or Manufacturing discipline preferred.
• AS degree required with equivalent experience or ASQ Quality Engineering Certification.

 

Physical Requirements:

• Position involves sitting for long periods, standing, manual dexterity, stooping, bending, and minimal lifting.
• Some travel, including to international suppliers, may be required. A valid passport, or the ability to get one, is required.

EEO: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law ID: 2026-12734 Pos. Type: Full-Time