Supervisor Supplier Quality

Working location:
Mankato, MN

Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

At Rolls-Royce we are proud to be a business that has truly helped to shape the modern world and are committed to always being a force for progress; powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere.

By joining Rolls-Royce, you'll have the opportunity to create world-class power and propulsion solutions, pushing your problem-solving and ingenuity, to deliver real impact that puts safety first.

You'll be given responsibility and the opportunity to grow in our high-performance culture. This is Infinite Potential
. And it's your chance to really shine and contribute to one of the world's most recognized brands and a beacon for engineering excellence.

As the Supervisor Supplier Quality, you will lead a team responsible for supplier quality assurance, supplier development, and first article inspections. You will guide quality control efforts, support process improvements, and help resolve production issues. This position plays a key role in building strong supplier relationships and supporting reliable manufacturing operations.

• Lead, develop, and implement quality control objectives, audits, and inspection plans to resolve production issues, maximize reliability, and minimize cost.
• Drive immediate and long-term corrective actions through root-cause analysis, line support, and process improvement initiatives.
• Oversee procurement and use of gauges, supervise capability studies, and ensure effective measurement systems.
• Communicate quality concerns, progress, and corrective actions to management, customers, and OEMs.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, promote 5S and safety practices, and support special projects as needed.
• Drive supplier development initiatives, mentor quality teams, and lead cross-functional efforts to enhance supplier performance and product quality.

• Associate’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field + 4 years of experience in supplier quality or quality engineering.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field + 2 years of experience in supplier quality or quality engineering.
• Master’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field.
• JD/PhD in Engineering, Business, or related field.
• In lieu of degree, 6+ years of experience in supplier quality or quality engineering.
• In order tobe eligible for consideration, you must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent. Resident Applicants mustbe authorized towork for any employer in the U.S without sponsorship. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visaat this time.

• Advanced knowledge of engineering science, technology, and their application to manufacturing and quality improvement for internal combustion engines.
• Experience with quality systems, manufacturing processes, cost optimization, and raw material evaluation for engine production.
• Proficient in GD&T and advanced use of precision measurement tools and gauges.
• CQE, CQA, or equivalent professional certification.
• Demonstrated Six Sigma expertise, including Green Belt or higher certification, with experience leading cross-functional process improvement initiatives.

Power Systems is the Rolls-Royce business which provides world-class power solutions and complete life-cycle support under our product and solution brand mtu
. Through digitalization and electrification, we strive to develop drive and power generation solutions that provide answers to the challenges posed by the rapidly growing societal demands for energy and mobility.

We deliver and service comprehensive, powerful and reliable systems, based on both gas and diesel engines, as well as electrified hybrid systems. These technologically advanced solutions serve our customers in the marine and infrastructure sectors worldwide.

Our vision is to ensure that the quality and dynamism that shaped our history continues into our future.…