Build and maintain trust-based relationships with assigned suppliers, serving as the primary quality point of contact
Own the supplier quality gate from New Product Introduction (NPI) through steady-state production
Issue and drive closure of Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCARs) using structured root cause analysis methodology (8D)
Review and approve material and process deviation requests from suppliers
Conduct supplier process audits and site visits to assess compliance to control plans, quality system requirements, and Mainspring standards
Own incoming inspection disposition and NCR management for assigned suppliers
Maintain SPC monitoring and control plan updates in steady-state production
Act as subject matter expert and internal resource for the SQE team on special processes

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, or Materials Engineering, or a related technical field required
Minimum 7–10 years of Supplier Quality Engineering experience, with demonstrated progression into roles with independent ownership of supplier qualification programs
Proven experience as a quality decision-maker on PPAP approvals, deviation dispositions, and Supplier Corrective Action Report (SCAR) closure for complex components or assemblies
Experience coaching or mentoring less experienced quality engineers, formally or informally
Deep working knowledge of at least two special processes (welding, coating, heat treatment, brazing, NDT, or electronics/PCBA) at the level of auditing supplier process controls, not just awareness
Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally with Design Engineering, Materials & Process, and Supply Chain to drive quality outcomes without direct authority over those teams
Ability to travel 25–50%, including international travel to APAC suppliers

Staff Supplier Quality Engineer – Special Processes

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