Supplier Quality Engineer

Supplier Quality Engineer

As a Supplier Quality Engineer, you will play a critical role in evaluating and qualifying suppliers to ensure compliance with ISO 9001 and AS9100 standards. You will be responsible for investigating non-conformances, managing corrective and preventive actions, and communicating technical requirements clearly to suppliers. Your work will be essential in driving continuous improvement initiatives and supporting new product introduction activities.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and qualify suppliers by researching, sourcing, and conducting audits of supplier facilities and quality management systems.
• Investigate non-conformances and perform root cause analysis using methodologies such as 8D, 5 Whys, and Ishikawa diagrams.
• Manage corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) with suppliers to eliminate recurring issues.
• Develop, track, and report key performance indicators (KPIs), including defect rates and on-time delivery, to assess supplier performance.
• Identify trends and opportunities for supplier performance improvement.
• Manage Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) and/or First Article Inspection (FAI) to ensure all supplied components meet engineering specifications.
• Serve as the primary liaison between suppliers and internal engineering and manufacturing teams.
• Communicate technical requirements, engineering drawings, and quality expectations clearly to suppliers.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives at supplier facilities using Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Identify and mitigate supplier-related quality risks.
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities by ensuring supplier readiness.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, or Quality preferred), Science, or a related technical field.
• 5–7 years of experience in supplier quality, quality assurance, or a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of quality management systems, including ISO 9001 and AS9100.
• Proficiency in quality tools and methodologies, including FMEA, SPC, MSA, APQP, and PPAP.
• Experience with PCB assembly processes.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and project management skills.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally and manage supplier relationships.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Familiarity with IPC-A-610 and J-STD-001 quality standards.
• Experience in Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Knowledge of aerospace industry standards.

Work Environment

This role offers a hybrid work environment with 3 days onsite and 2 days remote. You will be working in a standard manufacturing setting. The company has been in business for over 50 years and continues to grow, providing a stable and team-oriented environment with opportunities for professional growth. Employees benefit from a culture focused on continuous improvement and succession planning, ensuring career development opportunities.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Brockton, MA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $110000.00/yr. 401k Health Dental Vision

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Brockton,MA.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 29, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a Clearly Rated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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