Supplier Quality Engineer (Contract)

Position Summary

We are seeking a Senior Supplier Quality Engineer to ensure our suppliers consistently deliver high-quality materials and components. This role involves driving continuous improvement initiatives while resolving quality issues and maintaining compliance with industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Ensure suppliers consistently deliver materials and components that meet quality, cost, and delivery requirements
• Work closely with suppliers, engineering, manufacturing, purchasing, and customers to drive continuous improvement
• Resolve supplier quality issues and lead root cause analysis and 8D problem solving
• Ensure compliance with applicable automotive industry standards
• Support APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, DFMEA, Control Plans, SPC, and MSA/Gage R&R activities
• Manage supplier quality projects and communicate findings to internal and external stakeholders

Requirements

• Previous experience with German OEM or Tier 1 / Tier 2 automotive supplier
• 5+ years of professional experience in a quality and manufacturing function
• Proficiency in APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, DFMEA, Control Plans, SPC, MSA/Gage R&R, Root Cause Analysis, and 8D Problem Solving
• Bachelor's degree in a related discipline from an accredited university
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Strong communication, presentation, and project management skills
• Advanced degree (Master's or higher) in a related discipline
• Experience working across automotive supply chain tiers
• Familiarity with IATF 16949 or VDA quality standards