Supplier Quality Engineer; Group FATP_QA_SQE-Houston,TX

Purpose of the position

Supplier quality management & issue handling & customer service

• Conduct supplier audits and assessments to ensure compliance with quality standards
• Develop and maintain supplier quality agreements to align with regulatory and corporate requirements

• Investigate supplier-related defects using structured problem solving methods (8D, 5
  
  Why, CAPA)
• Drive root cause analysis and verify corrective/preventive actions to prevent recurrence
• Manage non-conformance reports (NCRs) and ensure timely supplier responses

• Define and track supplier Key Quality Performance Indicators (KPIs) such as PPM (Parts Per Million), defect rates
• Conduct periodic supplier scorecard reviews and implement improvement plans
• Facilitate supplier training on quality standards, statistical process control (SPC) and CAR or 8D
• Validate supplier manufacturing processes (e.g., GR&R, DOE, process capability studies)
• Support internal and external audits (e.g., ISO, customer-specific requirements)

• Work with internal teams to align supplier quality with product design (DFM/DFQ)
• Address customer complaints related to supplier quality and ensure resolution promptly
• Participate in New Product Development phases to mitigate quality risks early

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Material, or related field).
• 2+ years of supplier quality experience in consumer electronics manufacturing and product analysis.
• Proficiency in quality tools (SPC, FMEA, MSA, Six Sigma, 8D)
• Strong communication skills for global supplier interactions

• Office-based role, fast-paced work environment

• SQE working experience in SMT/Test/Assembly factory required.
• Strong ability for continuous learning.
• Proactive in work and strong resilience.
• Capability to manage a team and planning.
• Ability to solve problems quickly and effectively.