Supplier Quality Engineer
Job in
Lakeville, Dakota County, Minnesota, 55044, USA
Listed on 2026-07-20
Listing for:
Actalent
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-07-20
Job specializations:
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Quality Assurance - QA/QC
Quality Engineering, Quality Control - QC Analysts/Managers, Production QC/QA
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Supplier Quality Engineer
Job Description
The Supplier Quality Engineer oversees supplier quality assurance activities across all facilities, including incoming inspection, issue containment, and supplier-driven corrective actions. This role provides technical support and analysis for supplier quality issues, supports nonconformance and corrective action systems, and actively drives improvements in supplier quality culture and overall product quality.
Responsibilities
+ Ensure suppliers meet all contractual requirements and maintain full compliance with applicable specifications.
+ Collaborate with Purchasing, Goods Receiving, Material Control, and Quality Assurance Receiving Inspection to evaluate and disposition incoming production goods.
+ Communicate product acceptance results and quality findings clearly to all relevant internal departments.
+ Support containment, segregation, nonconformance material (NCM) review, and trend analysis activities related to supplied parts.
+ Issue, manage, and track external supplier corrective and preventive action requests, and verify the effectiveness of implemented actions.
+ Assist in responding to customer supplier corrective and preventive action requests, including preparation of failure analysis reports and root cause analysis for supplier-related issues.
+ Evaluate and qualify new suppliers and vendors to ensure they meet quality, technical, and performance requirements.
+ Perform on-site supplier qualification audits to assess quality systems, processes, and compliance with standards.
+ Create and execute development plans for suppliers to support performance targets and monitor their progress against agreed objectives.
+ Assess the impact of supplier part change notifications and determine required steps for change authorization in collaboration with internal stakeholders.
+ Work directly with suppliers to significantly improve overall product quality and drive enhancements to their quality management systems.
+ Provide training to suppliers on quality requirements, investigative techniques, product-related topics, and process improvement tools.
+ Develop, maintain, and report supplier metrics and scorecards to track performance, trends, and improvement opportunities.
Essential Skills
+ Quality engineering experience with strong focus on supplier quality and manufacturing environments.
+ Advanced ability to interpret complex engineering drawings, including a solid understanding of advanced GD&T principles and inspection of critical features.
+ Proficiency in First Article Inspection (FAI) and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) methodologies.
+ Working knowledge of structured corrective action methodologies such as 8D, RCCA, 7-Step, and CAR.
+ Demonstrated ability to lead initiatives and influence supplier performance with strong interpersonal skills.
+ Strong written and verbal communication skills for effective interaction with internal teams and suppliers.
+ Knowledge of quality management systems, such as ISO 9001, and ability to apply quality standards and requirements in measurement and inspection activities.
+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, including Excel, Word, and SharePoint.
+ Previous supplier quality experience with a sound understanding of quality processes and systems, manufacturing processes, basic statistical methods, and program management.
Additional
Skills & Qualifications
+ Background in engineering or manufacturing, with fabrication experience preferred.
+ Four-year college or university degree in Quality, Engineering, Business, or a related field preferred.
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Experience with Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement practices.
+ Exposure to methodologies such as Six Sigma and the ability to use them to drive process improvements.
+ Experience conducting audits and inspections in a production or supplier environment.
+ Experience developing and managing corrective action plans and quality improvement initiatives.
Work Environment
This role operates in a dynamic manufacturing and supplier-focused environment that combines office-based analytical work with on-site activities at receiving inspection areas and supplier…
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