Job Overview :

The Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) is responsible for managing and improving supplier quality performance, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. The role involves supplier audits, quality assurance, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to maintain high-quality standards in both qualification and production phases.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage and develop supplier quality performance for assigned suppliers
Conduct supplier audits, process validations, and capability assessments
Ensure compliance with quality standards, specifications, and contractual requirements
Lead root cause analysis (RCA) and drive corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)
Monitor supplier KPIs and implement continuous improvement initiatives
Support incoming inspection activities and coordinate with internal stakeholders
Ensure timely resolution of supplier-related quality issues
Participate in new supplier qualification and onboarding processes
Drive API Q1 audit requirements for new components and First Article Inspection (FAI)
Ensure compliance with API and ISO standards during qualification and production

Skills:

Strong knowledge of quality tools: 8D, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), FMEA, Control Plan, SPC
Experience in supplier audits and quality system standards (ISO 9001, API Q1/Q2)
Hands-on experience in APQP, PPAP, and supplier component qualification
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Effective stakeholder management and communication skills
Ability to drive continuous improvement and supplier development initiatives

Qualifications & Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical / Production / Quality or equivalent)
Relevant experience in Supplier Quality / Quality Engineering
Certification in supplier audits or quality systems (preferred)
Willingness to travel 30–40% for supplier audits and FAIs

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