Supplier Quality Engineer

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Supplier Quality Engineer

Actalent is seeking a dedicated Supplier Quality Engineer to perform quality audits and evaluations, establish audits and quality control systems, and conduct root cause analysis and corrective actions. This role is pivotal in ensuring that suppliers meet the highest quality standards and comply with regulatory requirements.

• Assist in the evaluation and selection of suppliers based on quality performance, production capabilities, and cost efficiency.
• Conduct supplier assessments and audits to ensure quality systems meet company requirements.
• Perform regular supplier audits and inspections to verify compliance with quality standards and regulatory requirements.
• Develop and implement quality control plans to monitor supplier performance.
• Collaborate with suppliers to address quality issues and provide guidance on improvement processes.
• Investigate and resolve supplier quality issues, including product defects, by supporting root cause analysis and corrective action processes for non-conformances.
• Collaborate with suppliers to ensure corrective actions are implemented and sustained.
• Work closely with suppliers to improve their quality systems, processes, and product quality.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives such as Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, and other methodologies.
• Develop and maintain quality documentation, including inspection plans, specifications, and reports.
• Monitor and report supplier performance metrics.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure that supplier quality aligns with company standards.
• Provide quality input during new product development and product lifecycle management.
• Track and evaluate supplier performance based on quality, delivery, and cost.
• Coordinate with the procurement team to ensure the timely delivery of quality materials and components.

• Proficiency in supplier quality management and root cause analysis.
• Experience in conducting audits and inspections.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001 and other relevant quality standards.
• Familiarity with statistical tools and quality software systems such as SAP and Minitab.
• Excellent communication skills for collaboration with suppliers and internal teams.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical, or a related field) or equivalent experience.
• At least 3-5 years of experience in quality engineering or supplier quality management.
• Experience with continuous improvement methodologies such as Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking abilities.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.

This role involves working closely with suppliers and internal teams to ensure the highest quality standards are met. The work environment is dynamic and involves frequent collaboration, problem-solving, and communication to support continuous improvement initiatives.

Permanent position based out of Riverside, CA.

The pay range for this position is $90,000.00 - $ per year.

ElDorado National California Inc. (ENC) is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected class under applicable federal, state, and local laws. ENC takes affirmative action to employ and advance employment opportunities for minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

ENC actively encourages qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply and join our team. ENC is also committed to ensuring that individuals with disabilities have equal access to opportunities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please contact the HR Department for assistance. In accordance with California's wage transparency law (Senate Bill 1162), we are committed to pay equity and transparency.

The salary range reflected on the job posting is our good faith estimate of what we expect to pay for this role at the time of posting.

This is a fully onsite position in Riverside, CA.

This position is anticipated to close on December 31, 2025.

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and science services and talent solutions, helping 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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia, and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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