Supplier Quality Engineer
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LocationDayton, OH
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
DepartmentClient Opportunities, QA Openings
Company size1,001–5,000 people
PostedFeb 11, 2026 · 8mo ago
Verified live1d ago
May no longer be actively hiring
Posted by the company on Feb 11, 202698% of this company's open roles have been listed for 90+ days
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Evaluate, qualify, and monitor suppliers to ensure compliance with company and industry quality standards
Conduct supplier audits (on-site and remote) to assess QMS effectiveness and identify risks
Drive supplier corrective and preventive actions (SCAR/CAPA) and verify effectiveness
Collaborate with suppliers on root cause analysis using tools such as 8D, 5 Whys, Fishbone, and FMEA
Support new product introduction (NPI) by ensuring supplier readiness and PPAP/APQP documentation
Review and approve supplier quality documentation including control plans, inspection plans, and process flow diagrams
Analyze supplier performance metrics and develop improvement plans
Partner with procurement and engineering teams to resolve supplier-related quality issues
Ensure compliance with relevant standards such as ISO 9001, ISO 13485, AS9100, or IATF 16949 (as applicable)
Participate in internal audits and maintain documentation aligned with the organization's QMS
Lead continuous improvement initiatives to reduce defects, improve yield, and optimize supplier processes
Provide technical guidance and training to suppliers on quality requirements and best practices
Position Summary:
The Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) is responsible for ensuring that supplied materials and components meet company quality standards and regulatory requirements. This role partners closely with suppliers, engineering, manufacturing, and procurement teams to drive supplier performance, maintain Quality Management System (QMS) compliance, and support continuous improvement initiatives across the supply chain.
Responsibilities:
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Evaluate, qualify, and monitor suppliers to ensure compliance with company and industry quality standards.
•
Conduct supplier audits (on-site and remote) to assess QMS effectiveness and identify risks.
•
Drive supplier corrective and preventive actions (SCAR/CAPA) and verify effectiveness.
•
Collaborate with suppliers on root cause analysis using tools such as 8D, 5 Whys, Fishbone, and FMEA.
•
Support new product introduction (NPI) by ensuring supplier readiness and PPAP/APQP documentation.
•
Review and approve supplier quality documentation including control plans, inspection plans, and process flow diagrams.
•
Analyze supplier performance metrics and develop improvement plans.
•
Partner with procurement and engineering teams to resolve supplier-related quality issues.
•
Ensure compliance with relevant standards such as ISO 9001, ISO 13485, AS9100, or IATF 16949 (as applicable).
•
Participate in internal audits and maintain documentation aligned with the organization’s QMS.
•
Lead continuous improvement initiatives to reduce defects, improve yield, and optimize supplier processes.
•
Provide technical guidance and training to suppliers on quality requirements and best practices.