Supplier Quality Engineer

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Supplier Quality Engineer Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Supplier Quality Engineer to perform quality control functions at suppliers' facilities and ensure compliance with contractual quality requirements. This role requires a strong ability to provide technical assistance, conduct quality audits, and initiate corrective actions to maintain the highest standards of quality and reliability.

• Perform Quality Control functions at supplier's facilities, including source inspection and testing of products as specified by contracts and associated documentation.
• Develop and control test and inspection instructions to ensure compliance with quality requirements.
• Provide technical assistance to Incoming Inspection, suppliers, and other departments to prevent fabrication, test, and inspection issues.
• Assist in the preparation of workmanship standards and initiate product design changes to enhance quality and manufacturing processes.
• Conduct quality audits to determine the effectiveness of the Quality Program and report results with conclusions and suggested actions.
• Prepare and initiate Corrective Action Requests for non‑compliances and ensure their satisfactory closure.
• Perform failure analyses on returned products and initiate corrective actions to prevent future issues.
• Oversee sample, special, and qualification tests, and assist in failure analysis during product returns and environmental failures.
• Prepare reports on procured product quality and respond to customer inquiries regarding Quality Assurance.
• Apply quality management system methodologies and participate in New Product Introduction stages.
• Disposition suspect/nonconforming material and provide First Article Inspection work direction.
• Train and guide lower-level Quality Assurance Engineers.

• Proficiency in First Pass Yield, AS9102, ISO 9001, Root Cause Analysis, PPAP, Audit, CAPA, PCB, and PCB assembly.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering is required.
• Minimum of 1 year experience as a Quality Engineer with PCB experience.
• Experience in root cause, corrective action, and CAPA processes.

• Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently or in teams and support a 24/7 global business operation.
• Experience in electronics manufacturing is preferred.
• Familiarity with advanced technologies and applications; ASQ certification is a plus.
• Ability to train and mentor new development employees.
• 4‑year Engineering or Technical degree preferred or equivalent education and experience.

This position requires daily onsite presence with up to 10% local travel. The role supports a dynamic and growing company that values a good work-life balance.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Rochester, MN.

The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $52.00/hr.

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long‑term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Rochester, MN.

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 2, 2026.

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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccom for other accommodation options.